Senior Geophysicist - from seismic insights to sustainable impact: Your expertise matters at NGI

Our Offshore Energy team is expanding to meet the growing demand for research and consultancy within the energy transition, covering shallow to deep marine environments. As a senior geophysicist, you will lead innovative, collaborative efforts in quantitative seismic interpretation, geomechanical modelling, and integrated approaches to characterize the shallow to deep subsurface. You'll work on impactful projects spanning CO₂ storage, offshore wind, and beyond—helping to shape sustainable energy solutions for Norway and the world.

If you bring expertise in petrophysics, rock/soil physics, seismic attributes, or seismic inversion, NGI offers an exciting opportunity for you at our head office in Oslo.

Why Join NGI?

NGI is a leader in energy and environmental research, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our interdisciplinary team values diverse perspectives and works on projects that contribute to a more sustainable future.

By joining us, you’ll:

• Collaborate on impactful projects that make a real-world difference.
• Grow through access to professional development, training, and mentoring.
• Work in a supportive environment where knowledge-sharing and teamwork are key values.

Your Role:

Our interdisciplinary team values diverse perspectives and works on projects that contribute to a more sustainable future. As part of our team, you will:

• Develop and implement geophysical methods for research and industrial projects.
• Work on seismic-derived geomechanical models, combining laboratory, field, and numerical data.
• Lead research initiatives and secure funding for national and international projects.
• Mentor early-career researchers and collaborate across disciplines.
• Contribute to NGI’s models for offshore wind, CO₂ storage, and emerging markets.

We welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD in applied geophysics, rock physics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience—typically 10+ years—gained across industry, academia, or research settings
• Familiarity with the geology of the Norwegian continental shelf.
• Expertise in seismic data acquisition, processing, and modelling.
• Skills in integrating multi-parameter datasets (e.g., rock physics, well logs).

Technical Skills:

• Experience with software like Petrel, Hampson-Russell, or similar platforms.
• Programming/scripting expertise (e.g., Python, Julia, R, Fortran).
• Knowledge of Linux environments (a plus).

Personal Attributes:

• A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Strong analytical skills and a passion for innovation.
• Enthusiasm for mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Primary Responsibilities: In the role of senior researcher, it is important to work purposefully and analytically to apply knowledge into new markets and applications.

• Conduct seismic inversion and geomechanical modelling.
• Develop rock and soil physics models, leveraging NGI’s cutting-edge laboratories.
• Enhance geophysical services in CO₂ storage, hydrogen, and offshore wind.
• Build partnerships with universities and mentor students at various levels.
• Create algorithms for advanced data analysis and integration.

NGI offers a welcoming social environment with activities to explore Norwegian culture and nature, as well as:

• Mentorship and support from experienced engineers and scientists.
• A tailored onboarding program with training to help you grow into a leadership role.
• Norwegian language courses to support your integration into local culture.
• Access to technical forums, continuous learning opportunities, and exciting research.
• Competitive salaries and benefits.

Get in touch with Tore Ingvald Bjørnarå tore.ingvald.bjornara@ngi.no, or Grethe Heide Arnesen grethe.heide.arnesen grethe.heide.arnesen@ngi.no if you have questions.

Applications will be looked at continuously, and we get in touch during the time the advertisement is posted. Last opportunity for applying is Dec.12th.