Kirsten Hussenoeder
About Kirsten Hussenoeder
Kirsten Hussenoeder is an Exploration Geologist at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in basin modeling and hydrocarbon systems, holding a PhD from MIT and a BS from Penn State University.
Current Title at ExxonMobil
Kirsten Hussenoeder currently serves as an Exploration Geologist at ExxonMobil in the Houston, Texas area. She has held this position since 2009, showcasing a long-term commitment and deep involvement in the field of geological exploration at one of the world's leading energy companies.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Kirsten Hussenoeder has held multiple roles at ExxonMobil, including her tenure as a Research Geologist at the ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company from 2005 to 2008. Before that, she led a technical team at the same company from 2004 to 2005. Earlier, in 2004, she worked as a Geologist at ExxonMobil Development Company and served as an Exploration Geologist at ExxonMobil Exploration Company from 2003 to 2004. Her career at ExxonMobil began as a Research Geologist at the Upstream Research Company from 2001 to 2003.
Educational Background
Kirsten Hussenoeder achieved her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the MIT/Woods Hole Joint Program in Oceanography from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where she studied from 1993 to 2000. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Geosciences from Penn State University, completing her studies in 1993.
Industry Expertise and Contributions
Kirsten Hussenoeder has expertise in basin modeling and hydrocarbon system support, including fluid properties, source rock and thermal maturity assessments, and migration models. She has substantial offshore experience in South America, where she contributed to play and prospect assessments. Additionally, she mentors junior staff in geochemistry and hydrocarbon systems analysis.
Early Career and Research
Before joining ExxonMobil, Kirsten Hussenoeder worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution from 1996 to 2000 and at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology from 1993 to 1996. These roles provided her with significant research experience, laying the foundation for her future contributions to the field of geology.