Population Ecology of Exploited Marine Resources
Research to improve fish stock assessments and management in the Southeastern US by studying population dynamics, life histories, and environmental effects.
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NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: May 1, 2025 (RAP opportunity application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $56,000 stipend plus $2,000 travel allowance annually; relocation assistance available for eligible awardees.
Summary: Postdoctoral and senior research fellowship to advance quantitative research in population ecology and stock assessment of exploited marine species, focusing on Southeastern US marine fisheries.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and non-U.S. citizens; requires contacting a Research Adviser prior to application; health insurance provided; research conducted onsite at NOAA's Southeast Fisheries Science Center in Beaufort, NC.
Description
This fellowship opportunity supports research at NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service, Southeast Fisheries Science Center, focusing on the population ecology of exploited marine resources. The program aims to improve fish stock assessments and fishery management advice, particularly for marine species off the Southeastern United States. Research areas include fishery management, life histories, population dynamics, and their interdependence.
Associates may develop new research projects or join ongoing studies. Current research topics include:
- Environmental and ecological effects on stock dynamics
- Population models of protogynous fish
- Fish recruitment dynamics
- Quantifying discards and release mortality
- Management strategy evaluation
The program emphasizes the application of quantitative methods such as mathematical modeling, bioenergetics, and computer simulations to address challenges in population ecology and stock assessment.
