Geologist I

Core Laboratories Inc. • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Geologist I directs and conducts XRF analysis on geological samples, then analyzes, evaluates, and interprets the resulting data. The position may work with a more senior-level geologist. It integrates XRF analyses with other geological and geochemical parameters and prepares reports for clients. The role also involves maintaining professional and industry connections to stay current on technical developments and industry needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in geology or a related field.
• 1–2 years of directly related experience.
• Computer literacy, including advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical and scientific journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
• Ability to respond to client inquiries or complaints.
• Mathematical ability, including working with units of measure, fractions, decimals, area, circumference, volume, rates, ratios, percentages, graphs, test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, and sampling theory.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with concrete variables where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to apply logical or scientific thinking to geological data problems and work with formulas, scientific equations, and graphs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree with at least 1 year of direct experience, or bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of direct experience.
• Understanding of chemostratigraphy.
• Experience with various XRF instruments and XRF software.
• Experience with petrophysical well logs.
• Experience using Python, Anaconda, and/or Spyder.
• WellCAD experience.
• Previous research and development experience in XRF.

Responsibilities

• Measure, compute, analyze, and record test data using XRF.
• Integrate analyses with other geological and geochemical parameters and generate reports.
• Maintain an active role in professional and industry associations and organizations to stay abreast of technical developments and industry needs.
• Prepare technical reports for clients by integrating geological data and interface with clients to discuss analytical results or set up projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level