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We’re looking for rigorous petrophysical judgment paired with real versatility: someone who tracks new interpretation methods and technologies as closely as they apply proven ones, and who’s ready to help bring AI-assisted tools into how petrophysics gets done at Ad Terra.\nWhat You'll Do\nData acquisition:\nDesign well data acquisition plans\nAdapt well-log and data collection methods\nData processing:\nDefine suitable well measurements and data-processing methods\nPrepare and process well data for petrophysical interpretation\nLoad, gather, transfer, and organize well data\nConduct quality control of data\nPopulate and maintain well databases\nData interpretation:\nConduct detailed analysis of wireline logs, core data, and seismic attributes\nBuild and develop petrophysical and geo-mechanical models\nPerform volumetric calculations to estimate reserves and resources\nProcess and interpret borehole imagery\nConduct simulations to model fluid behavior\nDevelop and improve techniques for formation evaluations from cores and cuttings\nDescribe log-derived mechanical properties\nCharacterize conventional and unconventional resources\nResolve interpretation issues\nRun forecasts\nAI & Digital Tools:\nApply and help develop AI/ML-assisted log QC, facies prediction, and automated petrophysical interpretation workflows\nEvaluate and pilot emerging AI tools (e.g., automated log correlation, anomaly detection) to improve interpretation efficiency\nContribute petrophysical domain expertise to Ad Terra's digital subsurface intelligence initiatives\nProjects:\nComplete tasks in areas of expertise\nDocument progress, setbacks, and new processes\nEstablish clear and relevant timesheets\nReporting:\nGenerate and write reports, create maps, tables, figures, and summaries\nReview documents, studies, models, and reports prepared by peers\nReport results to managers, clients, partners, etc.\nWhat You'll Bring\nUniversity degree (MSc or PhD) in Geoscience, Petroleum Engineering or a related field\nExperience as a Petrophysicist (2-5 years)\nMinimum 2-5 years of hands-on Oil & Gas industry experience (exploration, development, or production) - mandatory\nIn-depth knowledge of petrophysical principles and practices\nProficient with petrophysical programs such as Petrel, Geolog, Techlog, etc.\nComfortable working with and developing AI tools (e.g., Python scripting, ML-assisted log QC or facies prediction) to support and automate petrophysical interpretation\nGood understanding of the oil and gas industry\nFamiliarity with PETRONAS Technical Standards (PTS) and the Malaysian upstream regulatory framework is an advantage; professional body registration a plus\nExcellent communication and presentation skills\nStrong numerical and literacy skills\nSystematic and methodical approach\nAble to work efficiently under pressure\nRigor and organization\nProficient with Microsoft Office Suite\nFluent in English (excellent verbal and written proficiency)\nWhat We Offer\nPermanent, full-time local contract with statutory EPF / SOCSO / EIS contributions\nMedical and insurance coverage; competitive annual leave\nExposure to international multi-resource projects across Ad Terra's platform (Europe, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Asia-Pacific)\nThank you for considering joining our team. 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