Petroleum Geochemist Final
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PETROLEUM GEOCHEMIST #ExplorationGeochemist #ResearchScientist #OrganicGeochemist As a Petroleum Geochemist, you are something of a rock star often sought after for adding an additional layer of expertise and insight. You help an oil and gas company understand exactly what is going on underground – where the petroleum originates, how it moves and where is it pooling. This kind of analysis is key when making a decision about exploration, drilling and production.
What does this career look like? You are a detective. You analyze and provide information to better understand the puzzle beneath the earth’s surface – where exactly is the oil coming from? You might analyze different kinds of organic matter. Various environments have distinct organic signatures. You might look at thermal maturity as organic matter has to be a certain temperature to generate oil. Sometimes, you’re seeking to understand if oil is found in one or two separate reservoirs. You could be analyzing the rocks and water. You may present your findings in technical reports, journals and presentations.
HOW DO I GET HERE? A post-secondary degree in earth sciences with an emphasis on geochemistry is typically required. A graduate or post-graduate degree may be required for more advanced roles. Licensing Provincial and territorial regulatory bodies issue licenses to all professional geoscientists.
HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING • Specific health and safety certifications will be determined by job requirements.
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What would I do? You provide expertise on matters related to earth and chemistry. You use your knowledge of geology, chemistry and mathematics to provide answers in oil and gas exploration, waste disposal, land reclamation or other environmental activities. You might use specialized software to design a program for geochemical sampling that provides information about source rocks and oil families. The tools of the trade can range from a simple rock hammer to a high precision instrument. The job may include: 4 Maintaining geochemical databases and tracking historical trends in oil wells 4 Conducting quality control tests
+5YRS 4 +5YRS 4
Directing geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies Providing compliance reports on emissions and other environmental factors to regulatory agencies
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+5YRS
Senior Level Activity
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What competencies do I need? You’re analytical, curious and persistent in your quest to unlock clues underground and dig out the answers others require to make important decisions. These skills and knowledge include:
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PATHWAYS
10 IS THIS YOU?
You could move into roles such as:
ENTRY LEVEL 4 Chemistry 4 Computer use 4 Critical thinking 4 Complex problem solving 4 Attention to detail
0-5YRs
SENIOR LEVEL 4 Quality control analysis 4 Judgment and decision making 4 Planning and organizing 4 Collaborative 4 Innovative
5-10YRS+
• Geoscientist-in-Training (G.I.T.) designation is usually the first step in becoming a professional geoscientist (P.Geo.) • Junior Geoscientist • Senior Geoscientist • Technical Specialist • Geoscientist Manager • Research Geoscientist You could transfer your skills to sectors such as:
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• Educational services • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing • Professional, scientific and technical services • Public administration, including regulatory
Careers in Oil + Gas @careersinoandg
How can I learn more? To find out more about the roles related to a Petroleum Geochemist and other careers in the oil and gas industry, visit the Careers in Oil + Gas online tool at careersinoilandgas.com.
#PetroleumGeochemists analyze and provide information to better understand the puzzle beneath the earth’s surface.
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Funded in part by the Government of Alberta and Government of Canada’s Sectoral Initiatives Program.
PETROLEUM GEOCHEMIST #ExplorationGeochemist #ResearchScientist #OrganicGeochemist As a Petroleum Geochemist, you are something of a rock star often sought after for adding an additional layer of expertise and insight. You help an oil and gas company understand exactly what is going on underground – where the petroleum originates, how it moves and where is it pooling. This kind of analysis is key when making a decision about exploration, drilling and production.
What does this career look like? You are a detective. You analyze and provide information to better understand the puzzle beneath the earth’s surface – where exactly is the oil coming from? You might analyze different kinds of organic matter. Various environments have distinct organic signatures. You might look at thermal maturity as organic matter has to be a certain temperature to generate oil. Sometimes, you’re seeking to understand if oil is found in one or two separate reservoirs. You could be analyzing the rocks and water. You may present your findings in technical reports, journals and presentations.
HOW DO I GET HERE? A post-secondary degree in earth sciences with an emphasis on geochemistry is typically required. A graduate or post-graduate degree may be required for more advanced roles. Licensing Provincial and territorial regulatory bodies issue licenses to all professional geoscientists.
HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING • Specific health and safety certifications will be determined by job requirements.
Like · Share ·
What would I do? You provide expertise on matters related to earth and chemistry. You use your knowledge of geology, chemistry and mathematics to provide answers in oil and gas exploration, waste disposal, land reclamation or other environmental activities. You might use specialized software to design a program for geochemical sampling that provides information about source rocks and oil families. The tools of the trade can range from a simple rock hammer to a high precision instrument. The job may include: 4 Maintaining geochemical databases and tracking historical trends in oil wells 4 Conducting quality control tests
+5YRS 4 +5YRS 4
Directing geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies Providing compliance reports on emissions and other environmental factors to regulatory agencies
Like · Share ·
+5YRS
Senior Level Activity
www.careersinoilandgas.com
What competencies do I need? You’re analytical, curious and persistent in your quest to unlock clues underground and dig out the answers others require to make important decisions. These skills and knowledge include:
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
PATHWAYS
10 IS THIS YOU?
You could move into roles such as:
ENTRY LEVEL 4 Chemistry 4 Computer use 4 Critical thinking 4 Complex problem solving 4 Attention to detail
0-5YRs
SENIOR LEVEL 4 Quality control analysis 4 Judgment and decision making 4 Planning and organizing 4 Collaborative 4 Innovative
5-10YRS+
• Geoscientist-in-Training (G.I.T.) designation is usually the first step in becoming a professional geoscientist (P.Geo.) • Junior Geoscientist • Senior Geoscientist • Technical Specialist • Geoscientist Manager • Research Geoscientist You could transfer your skills to sectors such as:
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4 Lorem ipsum dolor 4 Lorem ipsum dolor 4 Lorem ipsum dolor 4 Lorem ipsum dolor 4 Lorem ipsum dolor Typically employed in the oil sands, exploration and production (E&P) and oil and gas 4 Lorem ipsum dolor 4 Lorem ipsum dolor services sectors of the oil and gas industry, you’ve got the earthiest of office jobs. Working in an office, you gather data from a variety of sources. Sometimes you might go to the field.
Like · Share ·
• Educational services • Petroleum and coal product manufacturing • Professional, scientific and technical services • Public administration, including regulatory
Careers in Oil + Gas @careersinoandg
How can I learn more? To find out more about the roles related to a Petroleum Geochemist and other careers in the oil and gas industry, visit the Careers in Oil + Gas online tool at careersinoilandgas.com.
#PetroleumGeochemists analyze and provide information to better understand the puzzle beneath the earth’s surface.
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Funded in part by the Government of Alberta and Government of Canada’s Sectoral Initiatives Program.
