Staff Geologist - Subsurface Development

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Job Summary
Murphy Oil Corporation is looking for a Staff Geologist for the subsurface development department to work operated and non-operated deepwater fields. The candidate must have a demonstrated proficiency in constructing field models and experience in well planning and justification. They should have expertise in Petrel together with an understanding of geologic models for lead generation, resource/reserve estimation and well trajectory planning is required.
The Staff Geologist will have the ability to apply quantitative analysis techniques, such as paleogeography, sequence stratigraphy, geo-statistics, and risk analysis to identify and optimize development of infield hydrocarbon potential. They should have experience in building and modifying geological models to accommodate reservoir engineering history matching information is also required. Experience with prospect risking, volumetrics, and exploration (including Near Field EXP) is considered an asset. The position requires a self-starter, comfortable in a fast-paced environment and shifting priorities.
The Staff Geologist will work in our Houston Corporate office and may work two (2) days a week remotely.
Responsibilities
Assess and recommend drilling of new wells and infill wells
Interpret seismic and well logs, generate maps and cross sections, conduct risk and reserve/resource analyses
Present and make recommendations to management to support work
Integrate data and construct geomodels in Petrel
Interface with reservoir engineering for construction of reservoir simulation models
Pre-drill well preparation and planning. Interface with Drilling, Subsurface, Regulatory and Partners
Provide operations support in drilling/rig program and update field results and reserves as needed
Peer assist, collaboration both within the team and external support
Conduct lead/prospect risking and volumetric calculations
Identify potential Near Field Exploration opportunities
Qualifications/Requirements
Masters in Geology or other geoscience discipline
Minimum 10 years’ experience oil and gas with 5 years’ experience directly involved in modeling is required
Experience in sedimentological and stratigraphic characterization of deepwater depositional systems, their facies distribution and reservoir quality
Advanced Petrel reservoir modeling skills
Ability to work multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Experience with operational well planning and execution
Strong verbal and written communication English skills
PURPOSE
We believe in providing energy that empowers people.
MISSION
We challenge the norm, tap into our strong legacy and use our foresight and financial discipline to deliver inspired energy solutions.
VISION
We see a future where we are an industry leader who is positively impacting lives for the next 100 years and beyond.
VALUES & BEHAVIORS
Do Right Always
Respect people, safety, environment and the law
Follow through on commitments
Make it better
Think Beyond Possible
Offer solution
Step up and lead
Don’t settle for “good enough”
Embrace new opportunities
Stay With It
Show resilience
Lean into challenges
Support each other
Consider the implications
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