Description:

Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Develops understanding and skills to allow for completion of assignments that cross fields of specialization. Develops leadership and management skills.

1. Receives/Reviews progress and evaluates results of experiments or projects under control or supervisory responsibility.

2. Recommends changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.

3. May be responsible for a single highly technical and complex piece of research equipment.

4. May review and evaluate the effectiveness of personnel.

5. May plan for and assign personnel to projects under control.

6. Operates with latitude for unreviewed action.

7. May receive general supervision conferring with higher levels only in unusual situations.

8. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Responsibilities:

Conduct independent and collaborative research in applied geophysics.

Process, integrate, and interpret seismic, well-log, and related geoscience data.

Apply quantitative, computational, and statistical methods to subsurface characterization.

Prepare manuscripts, technical reports, and conference presentations.

Contribute to research proposals and assist with mentoring students.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in geophysics, geology, petroleum geoscience, marine geoscience, petroleum engineering, or a closely related field by the employment start date.

Experience with seismic or well-log data interpretation.

Strong quantitative and computational skills.

Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

Evidence of research productivity through peer-reviewed publications.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience integrating multiple geoscience datasets.

Experience with offshore or sedimentary-basin geophysics.

Research experience in one or more of the following areas: gas hydrates, fluid migration, marine geophysics, offshore geologic processes, or related subsurface systems.

Familiarity with subsurface modeling, seismic interpretation, or reservoir characterization.

Experience with scientific programming or geoscience software.

Familiarity with statistical or machine-learning methods.

Additional Application Requirements:

Curriculum vitae

One-page cover letter

Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

MQ: Requires singular knowledge of a specialized advanced professional discipline or the highest level of general business knowledge, normally acquired through attainment of a directly job-related terminal degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed. No experience is required.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.

Description:

Possesses, understands, and applies a comprehensive knowledge in area of specialization. Develops understanding and skills to allow for completion of assignments that cross fields of specialization. Develops leadership and management skills.

1. Receives/Reviews progress and evaluates results of experiments or projects under control or supervisory responsibility.

2. Recommends changes in research, testing or experimental procedures.

3. May be responsible for a single highly technical and complex piece of research equipment.

4. May review and evaluate the effectiveness of personnel.

5. May plan for and assign personnel to projects under control.

6. Operates with latitude for unreviewed action.

7. May receive general supervision conferring with higher levels only in unusual situations.

8. Performs other job-related duties as required.

Responsibilities:

Conduct independent and collaborative research in applied geophysics.

Process, integrate, and interpret seismic, well-log, and related geoscience data.

Apply quantitative, computational, and statistical methods to subsurface characterization.

Prepare manuscripts, technical reports, and conference presentations.

Contribute to research proposals and assist with mentoring students.

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in geophysics, geology, petroleum geoscience, marine geoscience, petroleum engineering, or a closely related field by the employment start date.

Experience with seismic or well-log data interpretation.

Strong quantitative and computational skills.

Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.

Evidence of research productivity through peer-reviewed publications.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience integrating multiple geoscience datasets.

Experience with offshore or sedimentary-basin geophysics.

Research experience in one or more of the following areas: gas hydrates, fluid migration, marine geophysics, offshore geologic processes, or related subsurface systems.

Familiarity with subsurface modeling, seismic interpretation, or reservoir characterization.

Experience with scientific programming or geoscience software.

Familiarity with statistical or machine-learning methods.

Additional Application Requirements:

Curriculum vitae

One-page cover letter

Contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

MQ: Requires singular knowledge of a specialized advanced professional discipline or the highest level of general business knowledge, normally acquired through attainment of a directly job-related terminal degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed. No experience is required.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.