Staff Geophysicist

Job Summary

Continental Resources is seeking a Staff Geophysicist to lead seismic interpretation and project management, supporting exploration and development activities.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead integrated seismic interpretation and mapping for operated and non-operated areas
• Formulate and test advanced geophysical concepts to reduce uncertainty around structure, stratigraphy, reservoir quality, fluids, and geomechanics
• Direct and supervise 2D and 3D seismic acquisition and processing projects
• Integrate geophysical interpretations with Geology, Petrophysics, and Engineering to support full-cycle evaluations
• Conduct advanced analysis in collaboration with Reservoir and Production Engineers
• Create detailed structural interpretations and provide guidance to Operations Geology and Drilling
• Conduct data searches, recommend seismic licensing, and collaborate on data management practices
• Mentor and coach early-career Geoscientists
• Plan, recommend, and oversee microseismic and fiber projects
• Prepare and deliver high-quality technical presentations

Skills And Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in 2D/3D seismic interpretation, structural and isopach mapping, depth conversion, seismic attribute analysis, and borehole geophysics
• Strong applied understanding of regional structural/stratigraphic interpretation, synthetic modeling, basin evolution, and petrophysical log analysis
• Proficiency in standard seismic data processing concepts and ability to supervise vendor processing workflows and QC effectively
• Applied understanding of unconventional reservoir principles and petroleum engineering concepts related to well performance and development planning
• Adeptness at anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders
• Clear, concise technical communication for senior technical audiences
• Proficiency in industry-standard interpretation software and geophysical workflows
• Interdisciplinary collaboration to bring forth recommendations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geoscience, Math, Physics, or a related scientific field from an accredited college or university
• Master’s degree in Geophysics, Geology, or related geoscience field from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of eight (8) years of E&P or relevant geoscience experience applying seismic and subsurface data to exploration and development decisions
• Proficiency with a seismic interpretation software package and experience integrating well data and geophysical data

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator