Jacob T. Murchek
Jacob T. Murchek is a Geophysics Pathways Intern for the USGS Geology, Energy & Minerals (GEM) Science Center in Reston, VA.
Jacob’s research interests involve integration of geophysical and geologic data to identify mineral resource potential. Prior to joining the USGS, Jacob worked in the mining industry interpreting aeromagnetic and electromagnetic data for gold exploration in Alaska. Jacob also has experience in seismic data inversion (pre/post-stack) and seismic attribute analysis for hydrocarbon exploration.
Education and Certifications
Ph.D. in geophysics from Michigan Technological University, expected 2026
M.S. in earth and environmental science from Wright State University, 2021
B.S. in chemistry from Purdue University, 2018
Affiliations and Memberships*
Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG)
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG)
Geological Society of America (GSA)
Science and Products
Seismic anomalies expand Alaska’s Umiat Anticline potential Seismic anomalies expand Alaska’s Umiat Anticline potential
The feasibility of using lidar-derived digital elevation models for gravity data reduction The feasibility of using lidar-derived digital elevation models for gravity data reduction
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Gravity data in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan for geophysical profile modeling of the Midcontinent Rift System and associated structures Gravity data in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan for geophysical profile modeling of the Midcontinent Rift System and associated structures
Yukon-Tanana Upland airborne magnetic geophysical data merge, version 2023 Yukon-Tanana Upland airborne magnetic geophysical data merge, version 2023
Science and Products
Seismic anomalies expand Alaska’s Umiat Anticline potential Seismic anomalies expand Alaska’s Umiat Anticline potential
The feasibility of using lidar-derived digital elevation models for gravity data reduction The feasibility of using lidar-derived digital elevation models for gravity data reduction
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Gravity data in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan for geophysical profile modeling of the Midcontinent Rift System and associated structures Gravity data in the Upper Peninsula, Michigan for geophysical profile modeling of the Midcontinent Rift System and associated structures
Yukon-Tanana Upland airborne magnetic geophysical data merge, version 2023 Yukon-Tanana Upland airborne magnetic geophysical data merge, version 2023
*Disclaimer: Listing outside positions with professional scientific organizations on this Staff Profile are for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of those professional scientific organizations or their activities by the USGS, Department of the Interior, or U.S. Government