Sofomation Hiring Senior Petroleum Geophysicist – Dubai, UAE
If you are a highly experienced Petroleum Geophysicist / Petroleum Geologist with a strong background in basin studies, exploration, and new venture evaluation, this is a premium on-site opportunity in Dubai with a well-established Oil & Gas recruitment firm – Sofomation.
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| Sofomation is currently actively hiring a Staff Geophysicist |
Sofomation is currently actively hiring a Staff Geophysicist for one of its leading Oil & Gas clients, and applications are already receiving strong interest, so early submission is strongly recommended.
Job Overview
Position: Staff Geophysicist
Company: Sofomation
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Mode: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
Application Method: Easy Apply (LinkedIn)
Status: Actively reviewing applicants
Experience Level: Senior / Expert (15+ years)
Role Summary
This role is designed for senior petroleum geoscience professionals who have extensive experience working on basin-scale exploration projects, new venture evaluations, and portfolio management decisions.
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| Sofomation is currently actively hiring a Staff Geophysicist |
The successful candidate will play a key technical role in regional and international exploration studies, supporting strategic acquisition decisions and high-impact exploration programs.
Key Experience & Qualifications Required
Core Experience
Minimum 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry
Proven background as a Petroleum Geologist / Geophysicist
Strong specialization in Basin Studies and Basin Analysis
Hands-on involvement in exploration and new venture evaluation
Technical Expertise
Extensive experience working across multiple basin types, including:
Foreland basins
Rift basins
Salt tectonic basins
Back-arc basins
Demonstrated success in basin studies supporting acquisitions and portfolio management
Advanced skills in:
Seismic interpretation
Sequence stratigraphic interpretation
Regional geological synthesis
International Exposure
International experience across diverse basins and depositional systems
Strong background in regional New Ventures exploration
Ability to integrate geophysical, geological, and stratigraphic data for decision-making at corporate level
Why This Role Is Important
This is not a routine geophysics position. The role sits at the strategic end of exploration, where your work directly influences:
Asset acquisition decisions
Exploration risk assessment
Portfolio optimization
Long-term exploration strategy
For senior professionals aiming to work at regional and international scale, this position offers significant technical authority and impact.
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Location Advantage – Dubai, UAE
Dubai continues to be a major regional hub for Oil & Gas strategy, exploration management, and international operations, offering:
Exposure to global exploration portfolios
Strong professional networking opportunities
Tax-efficient compensation structure
World-class living and working environment
How to Apply
Apply directly via LinkedIn Easy Apply
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Ensure your profile highlights:
Basin studies projects
International exploration exposure
Acquisition and portfolio-related work
Seismic & sequence stratigraphic expertise
⚠️ Note: LinkedIn may show “Profile missing required qualifications” if senior exploration experience is not clearly listed. Update your profile before applying.
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