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GEOLOGIST

Location: Fort Worth, Texas

Compensation: Highly Competitive Salary, Bonus Opportunities & Benefits Package

Are you seeking a unique Geologist opportunity to be part of a high-performing team in a company with a proven track record of success? If so, apply today to bring your expertise to an innovative and forward-thinking organization!

J MAR’s client, a dynamic, growth-driven Oil & Gas Company, seeks a Geologist to join its Business Development & Acquisitions team. This role evaluates new project acquisitions in the Permian, Powder River, Eagle Ford, and Haynesville areas. From screening deals to crafting detailed project evaluations, the Geologist will play a critical role in strategic acquisitions and expanding the company’s prospect inventory.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead geological aspects of prospect evaluations, subsurface/formation assessments, well planning, and drilling/completion activities.
• Integrate geological interpretation, mapping, petrophysical data analysis, and reservoir characterization to identify target zones and drilling sites.
• Focus on horizontal well targeting and landing zone assessments across multiple basins.
• Oversee quality control of structural grids and extend the structural framework across surfaces.
• Manage third-party geosteering services and related operational functions.
• Monitor drilling operations and provide well planning support, including geological forecasting and well logging programs.
• Identify and evaluate strategic bolt-on acreage opportunities and acquisitions to enhance development areas.
• Assess industry-generated prospects and evaluate acquisition/divestiture opportunities using subsurface data and mapping.
• Analyze competitor well performance and nearby activity for operational insights.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to evaluate geological factors influencing well productivity and type curve generation.
• Provide technical support to finance, land, and operations teams as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends and enhance team knowledge in unconventional plays and horizontal development strategies.

REQUIREMENTS:

• S. Degree in Geology.
• 5+ years of E&P experience in technical geology roles (development, well planning, or operations).
• Permian Basin experience is preferred. Multi-basin experience is a plus.
• Experience in asset/deal valuation within an A&D group or operator environment is preferred.
• Proficient in Petra, Kingdom, or similar geoscience platforms.
• Skilled in petrophysical analysis, mapping, and well log correlation.
• Experience in unconventional field development, including technical and economic analysis of spacing, targeting, and sequencing.
• Ability to construct regional and field-scale maps and cross-sections to illustrate subsurface concepts.
• Strong communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).
• Flexible and eager to learn new skills and workflows in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join J MAR’s Client?

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a high-performing team in a company with a proven track record of success. You’ll work on impactful projects, leverage advanced geoscience tools, and contribute directly to shaping the company’s future in some of the most prolific energy basins in the U.S. Apply today to bring your expertise to an innovative and forward-thinking organization!

About J MAR & Associates:

J MAR & Associates is a respected leader in energy recruiting. For 30 years, we have successfully placed talented professionals within the energy industry. Employers who utilize our services range from small businesses to Fortune 100 Companies. We are Your Energy Search Experts. For more information: https://jmarassociates.com/about