James Pape
About James Pape
James Pape is a geoscientist at ExxonMobil specializing in seismic interpretation and inversion techniques, with expertise in lacustrine carbonate stratigraphy.
Title and Current Position
James Pape currently serves as a Geoscientist at ExxonMobil. He has held this position since 2021 and is based in Houston, Texas, United States. His work involves geomodel building and interrogation.
Professional Background at ExxonMobil
James Pape has a long history with ExxonMobil, marked by various roles and responsibilities. From 2015 to 2020, he worked as an Exploration Geologist in Houston, where he specialized in seismic interpretation and inversion techniques. Prior to this, from 2014 to 2015, he was part of the Subsurface Interpretation Team as a Geoscientist. James also served as a Geoscientist from 2010 to 2014 before taking on the role of Geoscience Technical Team Lead from 2020 to 2021, handling various technical and leadership tasks.
Educational Background
James Pape earned his Master of Science (MS) degree in Geology from the University of Arizona, where he studied from 2008 to 2010. Prior to this, he completed his Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geology/Earth Science from The University of Texas at Austin, graduating in 2008.
Expertise and Specializations
James Pape specializes in seismic interpretation and inversion techniques. He also has expertise in lacustrine carbonate stratigraphy. In his current role, he focuses on geomodel building and interrogation, contributing valuable insights to his team at ExxonMobil.
Involvement in Bacalhau Field Development
James Pape has been involved in the appraisal and development well planning and execution for the Bacalhau field in the Santos Basin, Brazil. His work has contributed to strategic decision-making processes for this significant project.