Description

Associate Geologist

JP Morgan is seeking a geologist/geophysicist to join its Technical Transaction Team "TTT" that is housed within the Energy Investment Banking Practice in Houston, Texas.

Job Summary

As a Geologist within the Investment Banking Technical Transaction Team, you will be a key player in our business strategy and execution. You will work in a co-active role alongside engineers and corporate finance partners. You will participate in the execution of technical evaluation of oil and gas assets across Upstream, Midstream and Downstream sectors and will contribute to the geology discipline for the team. You will be involved in al relevant subjects of geology that are include, but not limited to log interpretation, landing zone analysis, core analysis and diagnostic map creation. You will identify and characterize geologic concepts such as seismology, structural geology, basin & depositional modeling, log & core derived regional reservoir mapping & 2D & 3D seismic interpretation

Job Responsibilities

• Quantify the potential for future drilling locations for oil and gas assets across domestic and international reservoirs
• Develop deep technical understanding and collaborate closely with engineers
• Identify and determine trends, risks associated with oil and gas development across domestic and international areas
• Identify sub-surface complexities and uncertainties that impact operational results and well productivity
• Characterize geologic concepts including regional, basin wide mapping, log and core analysis
• Play a lead role in data room, marketing and pitch efforts alongside senior bankers

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Master's degree in Geology
• Minimum of 3 years in industry at an operator or A&D banking
• SIE, Series 79 and Series 63 licenses to be obtained if not licensed shortly after onboarding
• Experience with industry software (Petra, ArcGIS, Geo Graphix, Microsoft Office, Landmark)
• Highly proficient in key subjects of geophysical mapping, database creation and characterization of domestic and global conventional and unconventional plays

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Establish and maintain large databases as specific to the geology role
• Has expert knowledge of ArcGis, QGis and ability to operate within geo-spatial software to perform inventory, rock quality mapping
• Ability to compute land based statistics such as ownership interests & acreage
• Prior banking or A&D group experience with an operator
• Highly motivated and demonstrated ability to have positive influence within the workplace and externally with clients

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.