Geophysicist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Geophysicist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Observing the reaction of recording equipment to detect irregularities;
  • Using computers for data management, quality control and communication between the office and field locations;
  • Interpreting and mapping of 2D and 3D seismic data;
  • Reporting on collected seismic data to the team, clients, senior managers or partners at meetings and presentations;
  • Writing documentation and work logs;
  • Designing, testing, modifying and repairing seismic equipment;
  • Adapting data collection procedures;
  • Measuring reservoir volumes;
  • Pre-planning projects before going on site;
  • Thinking quickly and independently to solve problems, often with limited resources in remote locations;
  • Working closely with a small team of scientists and other staff who may be away in the field or offshore for several weeks at a time;
  • Compiling charts and reports;
  • Providing a wide range of geophysical support and technical advice/guidance;
  • Working closely with a small team of scientists and other staff who may be away in the field or offshore for several weeks at a time;
  • Designing data acquisition plans;
  • Deciding on suitable seismic measurement and data-processing techniques;
  • Taking equipment out to various locations around the world and deploying seismometers;
  • Assessing potential oil and gas yield;
  • Compiling charts and reports;
  • Working closely with a small team of scientists and other staff who may be away in the field or offshore for several weeks at a time;
  • Compiling charts and reports;

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Geophysicist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Geophysicist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.