Junior Geophysicist

About the Role

Are you an eager geophysicist seeking to launch your career in a dynamic environment? Join DUG, located in Houston, TX, and be part of a top-notch processing and imaging team. Experience a lively workplace filled with continuous learning opportunities, equipped with cutting-edge software and our proprietary cloud platform, DUG HPC Cloud.

The position begins as an internship, offering hands-on involvement from day one and a pathway to long-term career growth within the company. Collaborate closely with dedicated geoscientists and clients to gain expertise in seismic processing, depth imaging, and full waveform inversion (FWI), progressively becoming a skilled geophysicist.

Key Responsibilities

• Support project teams in seismic processing and depth imaging tasks.
• Conduct seismic velocity analysis and quality control (QC).
• Perform QC on production stages of seismic data processing.
• Generate QC attributes such as RMS maps and horizons.
• Operate and oversee production workflows using company computer systems.
• Prepare testing and processing reports detailing project outcomes.
• Develop and assemble workflows for seismic processing activities.
• Report any unresolved production issues or quality concerns to team members.
• Adhere strictly to the company's Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies.
• Carry out additional tasks as assigned by the team leader.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• A degree (BSc, MSc, or PhD) in Geophysics, Geoscience, Physics, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering with a physics background, or a related field.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized with great attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Self-motivated to meet deadlines and fulfill assigned duties efficiently.
• Mandatory permanent work authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Experience (Not Mandatory)

• Familiarity with Linux, Unix, and geoscience-related software.
• Exposure to the oil and gas sector, particularly seismic or digital signal processing.
• Experience with Unix Seismic Processing (USP) systems and scripting capabilities.

Additional Information

The employment offer is contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment verification, including confirmation of work eligibility, validation of qualifications, and a nationally recognized criminal background check.

Join Us

Embark on your journey into geophysics by becoming a part of Team DUG, where innovation and global collaboration drive success.