EAGE Podcast The Geoscience Channel: Guest EAGE President Sanjeev Rajput

In this episode of EAGE's podcast The Geoscience Channel, podcast host Myrna Staring sits down with Sanjeev Rajput, President of the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE) and General Manager & Technical Authority at Petronas. Sanjeev opens up about his fascinating 25-year career journey—from his early days mapping groundwater for remote villages in India to driving global subsurface research and AI integration at a major energy corporation.

Whether you are a student wondering how to navigate an AI-driven job market, or an experienced professional considering a major career pivot, Sanjeev’s candid insights offer a masterclass in adaptability, risk-taking, and continuous learning.

Key topics discussed in this episode:

• The AI Revolution in Geoscience: Why AI and "agentic solutions" are automating technical workflows, and why human decision-making will become our most valuable asset.

• The Power of Being "Scared": How to channel your fear of rapid technological change into a powerful motivator for upskilling and innovation.

• Specialist vs. Generalist: Why the future of education and industry leadership belongs to generalists who understand how to leverage specialized tools.

• Risk-Taking at Any Age: Sanjeev’s personal story of self-funding his Executive MBA, and why leaning into risk is essential for personal and professional growth.

• Fostering Innovation: How the EAGE is acting as a bridge between bold startup founders, venture capitalists, and legacy energy corporations.

• The Human Element: Navigating data overload, the dangers of "screen phobia" and finding clarity through spirituality and unplugging.

Listen now to discover how to future-proof your career, embrace the unknown, and leverage the intersection of data, intuition, and geoscience!