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Permian Resources · 11 hours ago

Geophysicist

Midland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Permian Resources is seeking a geophysicist at their corporate headquarters in Midland, TX. This role involves providing geophysical support to asset and operations teams, including seismic interpretations and risk assessments in the Permian Basin.

Natural ResourcesOil and GasSustainability

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide structural/stratigraphic 3D seismic interpretations from basin to asset level, offering critical feedback on development planning, drilling operations/geosteering, and completions

Calculate seismic attributes (e.g., coherence, acoustic impedance, spectral decomposition, etc.) and interpret these attributes to assist asset and operations teams with project planning, target delineation, wellbore execution and completions planning

Generate post-stack/pre-stack inversions, and robust time-depth/depth-depth conversions

Interpret subsurface geomechanical properties and conduct stress analysis

Support microseismic data acquisition and interpretation

Deliver geophysical interpretations for acquisitions and divestitures

Assist with 3D seismic data acquisition and processing projects

Monitor induced seismicity trends in the Permian Basin and provide risk-assessment feedback

Qualification

3D seismic interpretationSeismic attributes calculationWell log interpretationPetroleum system fundamentalsGeophysical workflowsPetrel softwareKingdom softwareAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam playerTime management

Required

2-5 years' oil and gas operator experience required

Permian Basin experience required

Working knowledge of petroleum system fundamentals

Proficiency in well log interpretation, synthetic generation, and basic rock physics

Exposure to 3D seismic processing/reprocessing (PSTM/PSDM)

Familiarity with geophysical workflows from acquisition and processing through interpretation, attribute generation, and QC with an emphasis on delivering high-quality geophysical products

Detail-oriented approach to QI/QC and ability to quantify/communicate risk and uncertainty

Experience supporting full-cycle field development and daily operations

Ability to communicate complex geophysical topics to non-technical audiences

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound recommendations based on incomplete information

Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and meet critical deadlines

Team player with strong interpersonal skills and experience in multidisciplinary environments

Willingness to reside in Midland, TX

Preferred

Master's degree in Geophysics

Permian Basin experience

Proficiency in Petrel software preferred

Proficiency in Kingdom experience

Company

Permian Resources

Permian Resources is an oil and natural gas company that engages in acquisition and development.

Founded in 2014

Midland, Texas, USA

201-500 employees

https://permianres.com

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