1. MICROSEISMIC MONITORING AND
OTHER STUFF
A short presentation on my career highlights,
the things I would do the same or different if
I had their time over etc.
James Verdon
University of Bristol, U.K.,
&
Outer Limits Geophysics LLP

2. My CV:
• 2002 – 2006: M.Sci in Earth Sciences at Cambridge
• 2006 – 2010: Ph.D. Geophysical monitoring of CCS at Bristol
• 2010 – Present: Various post-doctoral positions (“research assistant”,
“research associate”, “research fellow”, “senior research fellow”) at
Bristol
• 2014 – Present: Partner, Lead Geophysicist, Outer Limits Geophysics LLP

3. My CV:
• 2002 – 2006: M.Sci in Earth Sciences at Cambridge

4. My CV:
• 2006 – 2010: Ph.D. Geophysical monitoring of CCS at Bristol

5. Recent Projects:
Ethiopian Geothermal
In Salah CCS
Fracture characterization
experiments
Mapping hydraulic fractures
UK “Traffic Light Scheme”
Monitoring

6. Post-doc Career Pathways:

7. Consultancy Work

8. • Typical consultancy rates can by c. £500p/d.
• Form an LLP/LLC/Ltd.
• Having a friendly accountant/admin is very helpful
• Effective networking is imperative.
• Opportunities are out there!