Overview
NMFS-Sea Grant Fellows in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics gain direct experience working closely with NOAA experts on thesis issues of public interest and relevance to NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The Washington facilities include the Alaska Fisheries Science Center, Northwest Fisheries Science Center, and National Marine Mammal Laboratory. The program also fosters ties between NOAA and academic scientists at non-government research institutions.
Population and ecosystem dynamics
Sea Grant anticipates funding at least four new Ph.D. fellowships to students who are interested in careers related to marine ecosystem and population dynamics. The emphasis will be on the research and development of quantitative methods for assessing the status of marine ecosystems; managed fish, invertebrates, and other targeted species; and marine mammals, seabirds, and other protected species.
Marine resource economics
Sea Grant anticipates funding at least one new Ph.D. fellowship to students who are interested in careers related to the development and implementation of quantitative methods for assessing the economics of the conservation and management of living marine resources.
2025 Timeline
- Deadline to apply: January 23, 2025 by 5:00 pm Pacific Time
- Finalists selected: Mid-summer, 2025
- Fellowship begins: August 1, 2025
- Fellowship ends: Projects must be completed by July 31, 2028
Eligibility
The NMFS-Sea Grant Fellowships are available to US citizens who are graduate students enrolled in PhD degree programs in academic institutions in the United States and its territories. Only U.S. citizens are eligible to apply.
Award and length of fellowship
The expected annual award per fellow will be up to $66,700 jointly funded by NMFS and Sea Grant (plus at least 20% matching ($13,340) funding per year) These fellowships can provide support for up to three years.
WSG fellowship programs do not consider personal identity factors in evaluation or selection. At the same time, we recognize that historic barriers have limited access for many communities. Our programs are committed to creating supportive, and welcoming experiences that help all eligible applicants thrive, and we warmly encourage everyone to apply.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted to Washington Sea Grant through the eSeaGrant submission portal. Review the details and evaluation criteria for required application elements here: 2025 NMFS Fellowship Student Application Guide.
Contact
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact the WSG Fellowships Team at sgfellow@uw.edu with any questions.
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