Senior Consultant - Geophysicist - Exploration Geophysics

**Key Responsibilities** * Lead basin\-scale geophysical evaluations integrating seismic, gravity, magnetics, and well data to define regional structural frameworks, basin architecture, and tectonic evolution. * Conduct regional horizon mapping and cross\-section construction to identify key petroleum system elements, including source rock distribution, reservoir geometry, seal integrity, and trap configuration. * Integrate 2D and 3D seismic datasets with potential field data to constrain basement depth, crustal thickness, and sediment thickness models. * Evaluate basin\-level exploration risk using geochemical, biostratigraphic, and petrophysical data. * Prepare and present Play Chance Assessment (PCA) and Petroleum System Modelling (PSM) studies. * Generate, map, and rank exploration prospects and leads using 3D seismic interpretation, attribute analysis, and AVO/AVAz techniques. * Apply probabilistic volumetric estimation methods, including Monte Carlo and P10/P50/P90 distributions, in line with SPE\-PRMS standards. * Conduct structural interpretation, fault mapping, time\-depth conversion, and uncertainty analysis to validate trap geometry and exploration risk. * Lead DHI analysis and seismic inversion studies. * Design 2D and 3D seismic acquisition programs and conduct pre\-survey modeling to optimize acquisition parameters. * Oversee seismic acquisition contractors, field monitoring, quality assurance, and contract execution. * Provide geophysical input to exploration well proposals and collaborate with Drilling \& Well Engineering on well trajectory, hazards, and LWD/MWD interpretation. * Conduct post\-drill calibration studies, including seismic\-to\-well tie, synthetic seismograms, wavelet extraction, and velocity modeling. * Interpret and integrate gravity, magnetic, magnetotelluric, and other non\-seismic datasets. * Evaluate and promote AI/ML\-assisted interpretation tools, cloud\-based environments, and HPC\-enabled processing platforms. * Prepare technical reports, play maps, prospect atlases, and presentations for management and external industry forums. * Mentor and develop national geophysicists and support technical knowledge transfer. * Represent KOC in technical interactions with relevant government and industry stakeholders. **Minimum Requirements** * PhD degree in **Geoscience**, or at least **20\+ years of professional upstream experience** in E\&P research and development activities. * Strong experience in developing, scoping, and managing exploration projects. * Proven ability to conceptualize, plan, and manage exploration projects based on defined business needs. * Demonstrable experience leading multidisciplinary teams composed of geophysicists, geochemists, geologists, and reservoir engineers. * Proven success in recruiting and leading high\-caliber technical staff. * International experience working with major E\&P companies and research institutes. * Strong teamwork, leadership, strategic thinking, problem\-solving, communication, organization, and multitasking capabilities. * Middle East experience is considered an advantage. **Technical Key Competencies** * Analytical * Communicative * Achievement\-oriented * Methodical * Conceptual * Resilient * Fluent language capability * Creative * Innovation * Multiple academic publications in recognized trade journals Work Location: In person