Lead Analyst, Shale Research

Rystad Energy
Houston, TX
Rystad Energy is seeking an analytical and detail-oriented individual to join our shale research team in Houston, TX. As a lead analyst, you will be responsible for analyzing North American Land oil & gas market relying on a combination of public data, Rystad Energy's proprietary tools and primary research. The successful candidate will need to be detail-oriented, have a passion for data analysis and modeling, be comfortable with clients and be an excellent communicator. Candidates with field engineering experience across various domains within the oil and gas space are preferred (E&P operations, supply chain).

Job responsibilities include creating data models, PowerPoint decks and research notes analyzing and forecasting the latest activity and supply developments across major oil & gas basins in North America. Lead Analysts are expected to be self-starters and conduct data analysis and market research with minimal supervision. This role will also be client-facing, and successful candidates are expected to present findings from market research and analysis at client sites, industry or Rystad Energy events.

Job Duties
  • Serve as the lead researcher conducting market analysis and forecasts for the North American unconventional oil & gas space with minimal supervision.
  • Solve clients' business problems by ad-hoc research, modeling and presentations with the use of Rystad Energy's products, data analysis, primary research through interviews, and data gathering from public and proprietary sources.
  • Maintain and expand the network of primary intelligence sources in the oil and gas industry
  • Assist with business development activities by providing oil & gas market updates, explaining the methodology and research processes through virtual and in-person presentations at industry or Rystad Energy events.
  • Guidance and mentorship of junior analysts covering North American oil & gas market
Requirements
  • 5 to 10 years of experience in oil and gas industry research, consulting / consulting-like environment, or oil & gas industry.
  • University degree (Master's / Bachelor's) in a data-driven or energy field (mathematics, statistics, data analytics, petroleum engineering, business analytics) or MBA
  • Candidates with oil and gas onshore experience across multiple domains (E&P operations, supply chain) are preferred.
  • Good knowledge of upstream landscape in North America onshore and understanding of the E&P strategy and business decision-making process.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of the unconventional oil & gas space (basin supply fundamentals, drilling and completion cost structure, asset development, onshore project design)
  • Proficiency with Power Point, Excel and any business intelligence tool (Power BI, Spotfire, Tableau, QlikView)
  • Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills
  • Excellent team player with a sense of initiative
Preferred Skills
  • Working knowledge of state data availability and reporting requirements from TX RRC, NDIC, PA DEP, NM OCD and other state energy agencies.
  • Working knowledge of data availability and quality of relevant energy data sets from EIA (e.g. 860-M, STEO, PSM)
  • Ability to conduct interactive analysis of short-term oil & gas supply and activity developments using business intelligence tools
  • General experience with statistical analytics, including regression analysis, data smoothing, trend analysis, ANOVA
  • Proficiency with SQL and Python.
  • Experience with any proprietary North America onshore well data software
  • Experience with any proprietary reservoir modeling or decline curve fitting software
Benefits
  • A global and quickly expanding international business culture
  • A diverse, dynamic, and highly skilled working environment
  • Development opportunities internationally
  • Competitive compensation package and bonus plan
  • 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you and your family
  • 401(k) employer match up to 5%
  • FSA Medical, Dependent Care and Commute benefits
  • Four weeks of vacation time
  • Social impact activities
About Rystad Energy Inc.

Founded in 2004, Rystad Energy is an independent energy research and business intelligence company providing data, analytics and consultancy services to clients exposed to the energy industry across the globe. The company has offices all around the world and serves public and private companies seeking deep insight into the historic and future direction of the global energy industry.

EEO Statement

Rystad Energy, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rystad Energy, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Rystad Energy, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rystad Energy, Inc.'s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Posted 2026-01-12

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