Research Geophysicist

RESEARCH GEOPHYSICISTResearch Geophysicist required on a contract basis initially until the end of November 2017 based in Aberdeen.MAIN ACTIVITIES:Conduct research in one or more of the geophysical projects (coding algorithms and testing them on synthetic or real data) in accordance with the defined work plan, under the supervision of the team and/or project leaderDevelop a sound understanding of best technical practice and apply this routinelyMaintain awareness of new developments in the domain of the geophysical project(s) undertakenMonitor technical aspects of external research sponsored by Company which fall within specialityInitiate study/analysis to resolve technical issues Report research results in written form and through internal/external (conference) presentationsProduce all work to appropriate quality and on time whilst accepting individual responsibility for their resultsParticipate in the exchange of ideas and knowledge within the research multi-disciplinary environmentSPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:PhD in Geophysics, Applied Physics, Mathematics and /or Computer ScienceProficient and versatile with all aspects of seismic processing, imaging and full-waveform inversion for quantitative reservoir characterization and seismic time-lapse monitoring in complex geology.Experience in numerical analysis and geostatistics would be advantageous. Highly skilled with programming of seismic processing related applications with C/C++, Fortran and MatlabStrong interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams