Imaging Geophysicist​/Scientist Graduate Programme at Viridien

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Viridien is offering an Imaging Geophysicist / Scientist Graduate Programme in Crawley, United Kingdom, starting Autumn 2027. This full-time opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and final-year students in physics, geophysics, or mathematics, and is explicitly open to foreign applicants who require UK visa sponsorship. While salary is not explicitly stated in the summary, the role offers a starting salary from £38,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including a housing allowance for the first six months.

As an Imaging Geophysicist / Scientist, you will join Viridien, an advanced technology company pushing scientific boundaries for a sustainable future. This role involves leveraging cutting‑edge signal processing, modeling, and imaging technology, along with advanced high-performance computing facilities, to construct high-resolution 3D seismic images and models of subsurface geology and rock properties for clients.

You will be part of a team passionate about science, innovation, and problem‑solving, contributing to projects that efficiently and responsibly address complex challenges in natural resources, energy transition, and infrastructure. Most new hires come from non‑earth science backgrounds, so comprehensive training in geology and geophysics will be provided to ensure your success and development in this specialized field.

• Recent graduate or final-year student with a Bachelors, integrated or postgraduate Masters, or PhD in Physics, Geophysics, or Mathematics.
• Degrees in Earth Sciences, Natural Sciences, or Engineering with significant physics content will also be considered.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• A keen interest in learning and curiosity about how things work.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Examples of leadership, teamwork, or customer service experience.
• Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier
  2) sponsorship is available, making this role open to foreign / overseas applicants who need a UK work visa.

• Starting salary from £38,000 and a bonus scheme.
• Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, plus a flexible buying and selling holiday program & bank holiday swap.
• Housing allowance of £1200/month for the first six months (subject to tax and national insurance) for those relocating.
• Hybrid working model with up to 2 days at home.
• Company pension with generous employer contribution.
• Wellbeing support via the Unmind app and a flexible benefits platform with discount schemes including gym membership.
• Cycle purchase scheme and tailored private medical and dental care.

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier
2) sponsorship is explicitly AVAILABLE for this role, making it open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa. Viridien welcomes applications from outside the UK and international students studying in the UK.