Petrophysicist

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas, United States
Base: $70,000 + depending on qualifications; bonus...
Master's degree in petroleum engineering or geosciences
2 years experience in petrophysics and well log interpretation
Proficiency in python packages pandas numpy scipy matplotlib plotly
The position aims to develop an integrated end-to-end subsurface characterization workflow supporting subsurface energy storage projects by transforming raw well-log data into 3-D geologic models

Job Summary

  • The position aims to develop an integrated end-to-end subsurface characterization workflow supporting subsurface energy storage projects by transforming raw well-log data into 3-D geologic models.
  • Candidates will lead the analysis, QA/QC, conditioning, and standardization of well logs using reproducible Python pipelines and curate datasets within a structured Petrel project.
  • The role involves applying geostatistical methods like variogram, kriging, and sequential gaussian simulation to generate facies realizations that honor well control and quantify uncertainty.

Matching Summary

The position aims to develop an integrated end-to-end subsurface characterization workflow supporting subsurface energy storage projects by transforming raw well-log data into 3-D geologic models.

Salary

Base: $70,000+ depending on qualifications; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Geosciences
  • 2 years experience in petrophysics and well log interpretation
  • Proficiency in Python packages pandas numpy scipy matplotlib plotly
  • Experience with lasio and welly libraries for well-log analysis
  • Knowledge of machine learning models bagging boosting SVM ANN
  • Solid knowledge of geostatistical methods variogram kriging SGS

Nice-to-have

  • PhD in Petroleum Engineering or Geosciences specialization
  • Understanding of geologic controls on facies architecture
  • Experience with co-kriging co-simulation and indicator kriging
  • Hands-on experience with Petrel static model building
  • Familiarity with industry-standard IP petrophysical modeling package

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience
  • Background in Petroleum Engineering or Geosciences

Work Rights

Not specified

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