Title                                                                                               

Senior Geophysicist

Location                                                                                        

Midland, TX

Job Summary                                                                               

Responsibilities:

• Work as a member of multidisciplinary team(s) to integrate geophysical data (3D and 2D subsurface seismic, microseismic, borehole seismic) with petrophysical, reservoir engineering, and subsurface geological data
• Mentor less-experienced geoscientists on best practices for utilizing seismic in unconventional resource development
• Apply seismic attribute analysis and quantitative interpretation to unconventional plays
• Create subsurface maps and models to aid in well planning and pad development
• Recommend and oversee new seismic acquisition and reprocessing
• Generate integrated geophysical documentation and communicate results to Concho Leadership

Education/Experience Required                                                

• Master’s degree in geology or geophysics
• Minimum of 8 years of geology/geophysical experience in the upstream oil and gas industry
• Must be able to work in the United States indefinitely

Education/Experience Preferred                                                

• Prior experience with GeoGraphix SeisVision or Petrel
• Minimum of three years experience in horizontal development of unconventional oil/gas plays
• Demonstrated experience in seismic forward modeling, pre-stack seismic inversion, pre-stack depth migration, and velocity modeling

Desired Skills/Attributes                                                             

• Demonstration of strong interpersonal skills supporting ability to work with multiple individuals and concurrent project requirements/deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

COG Operating LLC uses e-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.  We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.