Sea Grant/NMFS Graduate Fellowship Program in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics
This fellowship funds PhD research in quantitative marine science and resource economics, providing training and collaboration with NOAA Fisheries scientists.
Funder: Maine Sea Grant
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Full application materials due to Maine Sea Grant)
Funding Amounts: Up to 4 fellowships in population & ecosystem dynamics and at least 1 in marine resource economics per cycle; typically supports 2–3 years of PhD study.
Summary: Fellowship for graduate students researching marine ecosystem dynamics or marine resource economics, fostering expertise and collaboration with NOAA Fisheries.
Description
The NMFS-Sea Grant Joint Fellowship Program in Population and Ecosystem Dynamics and Marine Resource Economics is a partnership between Maine Sea Grant and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). The program aims to train the next generation of experts in quantitative marine science and resource economics by supporting PhD students working in these fields. Fellows gain real-world experience, professional development, and the opportunity to collaborate closely with NOAA Fisheries scientists. Research topics typically include quantitative methods for assessing marine ecosystems, fish populations, and the economics of marine resource conservation and management.
