JOB DESCRIPTION
PRINCIPAL GEOSCIENTIST/SME
The Company
With 15 offices in 5 continents, Ikon Science is the fastest-growing leader in GeoPrediction
Technology & Solutions to the oil and gas industry, providing a quantitative prediction of results
before drilling occurs.
We develop and deliver RokDoc software, QI services, GeoPressure & GeoMechanics
consultancy and Regional studies, with a fresh and flexible scientific approach to create
subsurface value.
The Role
Reports to QIS Manager
Remit is to carry out Geoscience projects under the direction of the QIS Manager, in a timely
and profitable manner.
Quantitative Interpretation of seismic encompasses Geophysics, Petrophysics, Geology and
Reservoir Engineering disciplines. Activities include: rock physics, velocity modeling, well-toseismic interpretation, acoustic rock and fluid properties analysis, reservoir property modeling,
amplitude and AVO assessment, volume interpretation, seismic inversion, pore-pressure
prediction and integration with other geophysical techniques such as EM. The QI team
performs exploration, appraisal and development related reservoir and fluid prediction services
for many International clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Working in a team to complete projects to client requirement and to high technical
standard
2. Peer review and mentoring
3. Direct contribution and influence on SW development and strategy pertaining to
performance of the QI and greater Ikon group
4. Advanced interpretation of well log data
5. Maintenance of project database
6. Seismic analysis QC, conditioning and interpretation
7. Perform expert Rock Physics analysis and provide mentoring
8. Deliver Ikon Science RP training
9. Perform seismic inversion for reservoir characterisation
10. Deliver high quality presentations and reports to clients
11. Actively promote and sell Ikon services and software
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Able to work in a team
Work to a deadline
Excellent communication and presentation skills with clients and managers
Technical excellence
Creative and passionate
Proficient in MS Office
Knowledge of Ikon Science software, HR, Kingdom, Petrel, VoxelGeo, Geolog, GeoProbe
Experience and Qualifications
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Extensive oil industry experience (North Sea and EAME)
BSc / Msc/ PhD in one of the following disciplines: Geology, Earth Sciences,
Geophysics, Physics, Mathematics, Engineering
Extensive experience as a geophysicist/interpreter
Extensive knowledge of theory and application of Rock Physics and AVO
Working knowledge and understanding of regional geology, geophysics,
petrophysics and basic reservoir engineering concepts
Other
1. The job will be based in Teddington, South West London with some international travel
required.
2. Flexible outlook to join in company activities beyond the remit of the job description
3. Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the UK/EU or hold a valid work
permit.
If you feel you possess the attributes required for this role and would like to apply, please send
your CV to careers@ikonscience.com with the job title in the subject heading.