Job SummaryContinental Resources is seeking an experienced Senior Staff New Ventures Geoscientist with a strong background in geology, geophysics, and petroleum systems analysis to drive new exploration opportunities and strategic asset development. This role requires a proven track record in prospect generation, play fairway analysis, and basin-scale evaluations in both conventional and unconventional reservoirs.
The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying new venture opportunities, integrating multi-disciplinary data, and applying advanced geotechnical techniques to de-risk and evaluate emerging plays. They will be responsible for delivering high-quality exploration prospects, leading technical evaluations, and influencing strategic decision-making.
This position requires a high level of technical expertise, the ability to work independently, and strong leadership in mentoring junior geoscientists while collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.
Duties and Responsibilities- Lead the identification and evaluation of new venture opportunities, integrating geological, geophysical, petrophysical, and geochemical data to define and de-risk high-potential exploration plays.
- Apply petroleum systems analysis to assess trap, reservoir, seal, and charge risk for new exploration prospects and play extensions.
- Utilize seismic interpretation, well log analysis, geospatial mapping, and advanced subsurface modeling to generate and refine regional play fairways and high-graded prospects.
- Develop and execute basin and play-scale assessments, incorporating sequence stratigraphy, structural geology, geochemistry, and reservoir characterization to evaluate hydrocarbon potential.
- Collaborate with geoscientists, engineers, petrophysicists, and land/commercial teams to assess strategic opportunities and emerging plays, developing a portfolio of investment-ready exploration projects.
- Leverage cutting-edge geotechnical software and workflows to integrate seismic, gravity, magnetics, and geochemical datasets for enhanced subsurface imaging and interpretation.
- Effectively communicate technical findings and strategic recommendations through compelling oral presentations, technical reports, and management briefings.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior geoscientists, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and innovation.
- Drive the planning, execution, and evaluation of exploration wells, ensuring robust data acquisition and interpretation strategies to optimize decision-making.
- Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and emerging plays, incorporating best practices into exploration workflows.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Competencies- Applied Petroleum Systems Analysis - Basin modeling, source rock evaluation, migration pathway analysis.
- Seismic Interpretation & Structural Analysis - Advanced mapping, fault/fracture characterization, seismic attribute analysis.
- Stratigraphic & Depositional Systems - Applied sequence stratigraphy, paleogeographic reconstructions, facies mapping.
- Petrophysical & Reservoir Characterization - Log analysis, rock physics, core analysis, geomechanics.
- Geochemical & Thermal Maturity Analysis - Source rock evaluation, fluid geochemistry, maturation modeling.
- Unconventional & Conventional Play Analysis - Reservoir quality assessment, sweet spot identification, well performance forecasting.
- Opportunity Identification & Risk Assessment - Ability to synthesize diverse datasets to de-risk new ventures.
- Data Integration & Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration - Strong ability to work across geology, geophysics, petrophysics, and engineering disciplines.
- Decision-Making & Financial Acumen - Understanding economic drivers and making data-driven recommendations for exploration investment.
- Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement - Ability to articulate technical concepts to executives, technical teams, and external partners.
- Mentorship & Leadership - Guiding less-experienced geoscientists and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
Required Qualifications- Master's Degree or Doctorate Degree in Geoscience or Earth Sciences from an accredited university or college.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of exploration experience with a strong focus on new ventures, play fairway analysis, and petroleum systems evaluation.
- Expertise in both conventional and unconventional reservoirs, with a track record of successful prospect generation and play development.
- An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions- Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.
- Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
Why Join Continental Resources?Continental Resources is at the forefront of exploration and development in some of the most prolific basins in North America. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, drive new exploration strategies, and be part of a high-caliber technical team dedicated to advancing energy exploration.
Join us and contribute your expertise in geology, geophysics, and petroleum systems analysis to unlock the next generation of energy resources.
Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
