Job Accountabilities

This position requires understanding and integrating multiple fossil group data to interpret the age and environment of deposition. Synthesize biostratigraphic data with seismic data to build basin scale or sub-basin scale stratigraphic framework. The candidate has to interact and provide biostratigraphic inputs to relevant stakeholders. As a member of the exploration team, the person should adapt in a collaborative environment and deliver geoscientific analysis to other business units/operational assets.

• Deep understanding of microfossil/nannofossils/palynology is required.
• Prepare biostratigraphic analysis scheme for various microfossil groups.
• QC of biostratigraphic reports prepared by external vendors.
• Provide biostratigraphic inputs for wells/ seismic stratigraphic correlations.
• Real time biostratigraphic analysis to provide fast inputs to well drilling decisions.

Skill & Competencies

• Thorough understanding about multiple fossil groups preferably foraminifera, nannofossils, palynofossils etc.
• Interpretation of age and environment of deposition using various fossil groups.
• Identification of common fossil groups under microscope.
• Expertise and understanding in planktonic foraminifer taxonomy, benthic foraminifer ecology and calcareous nannofossil taxonomy.
• Adept at analyzing diverse samples (well cuttings, cores, outcrops, residue, thin sections) using microscopy - a core part of daily routine with a proven track record of high productivity.
• Ability to integrate biostratigraphy data with sedimentology, geochemistry, seismic and tectonic data.
• Working experience in software like Stratabug and Coreldraw.
• Desired knowledge in Sequence Stratigraphy and Chemostratigraphy.
• Collaborative, self-motivated and flexible team player

Education Required

• Master#s degree in Geology with specialization in micropaleontology/ biostratigraphy
• Preferrably PhD in micropaleontology/ biostratigraphy with proven research experience in micropaleontology/ biostratigraphy

Experience Required

• > 5 years of experience in micropaleontology/ biostratigraphy in E&P