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Open: September 29, 2026 — Closes: October 20, 2026
Summary
This position serves as a Geophysicist, GS-1313-12/13 with the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Office of the Regional Director, Central Energy Resources Science Center.
Major Duties
This position is located within the Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey, Office of the Regional Director, Central Energy Resources Science Center, duty stationed in Lakewood, Colorado. At the full performance level (GS-13) the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following: 1. Design and implement geophysical studies using reflection seismic data to aid in geologic energy resource (e.g., oil and gas, geothermal, gas hydrates, geologic hydrogen) studies and assessments. 2. Load and interpret two- and three-dimensional reflection seismic data used for studies and assessments of geologic energy resources. 3. Design and apply processing and interpretation algorithms (e.g., pre- and post-stack seismic attributes, impedance inversion, amplitude variation with offset) for analysis of multichannel, high-resolution reflection seismic data. 4. Assist with administration of software and hardware dedicated to geophysical data processing and interpretation. 5. Prepare, complete, document, and disseminate results through presentations and publications which advance the role that geophysical data play in understanding undiscovered geologic energy accumulations in priority areas, and on understanding the processes that lead to these geologic energy resources. 6. Actively participate as a member of an interdisciplinary team conducting geologic energy resource studies and assessments, as topical lead for geophysical interpretation. Pre-employment Medical Examination: This position may involve field work. Therefore you will be required to pass a pre-employment medical examination to ensure you can perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, with or without accommodation.
