METU-IMS is pleased to announce exciting Ph.D. positions available within the prestigious ERC Consolidator Grant DeepTrace. This five-year project, scheduled to run from 2023 to 2028, will be conducted at the Institute of Marine Sciences, METU, Turkey's renowned center of excellence in oceanography. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team, offering exceptional career opportunities at the cutting edge of chemical oceanography, nanotechnology, and astrobiology. Furthermore, we welcome inquiries from candidates interested in postdoctoral or research engineer positions. The application deadline for graduate studentships is July 3rd. However, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible to express your interest and discuss the application process.

Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS) offers graduate (MSc. and PhD) degrees in the following fields: Marine Biology and Fisheries, Oceanography and Marine Geology and Geophysics. These graduate programs invite students with the backgrounds in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, statistics, or in any related engineering department. M.Sc. and Ph.D. thesis can be conducted in all areas of research at Institute of Marine Sciences, METU. M.Sc. and Ph.D. Fellowships are offered to suitably qualified candidates in all departments at the Institute of Marine Sciences, METU. National and overseas students have a high prospect of receiving a monthly fellowship through the METU-IMS participation in national and international projects.

The department of Coastal Systems (COS) of the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (Royal NIOZ) is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated PhD candidate to join our research on trophic dynamics of low trophic levels.

The 12-months intensive MSc program offers two specializations, “Blue Growth” and “Quality in Shipping”. Each specialization encompasses eight compulsory courses, four in each of the first two terms (each of 7.5 credits), together with a master’s thesis (10 credits) and certified seminars (5 credits) in the third term.

The competition is aimed at business ideas related to digitization in the field of Blue economy and aimed at sustainable use of natural resources, protection and restoration of aquaculture, sustainable maritime tourism and transport.

The Portuguese Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT), the Portuguese Polar Program (PROPOLAR), the European Polar Board (EPB) and the Atlantic International Research Centre (AIR Centre) opened a call for 5 scholarships for 6 different themes in line with the Atlantic & Arctic Lighthouse of the EU Mission Restore our Oceans and Waters by 2030. 

Researchers, young graduates, students and volunteers with a background in science or communications are welcome to join the Archipelagos team on the Aegean islands! Here you will have the opportunity to take part in multidisciplinary field research and high-priority conservation projects, collecting data and supporting the work of our research teams, while enriching your knowledge and improving practical skills. Participants gain valuable field research experience on key fields of marine and terrestrial conservation, while at the same time contributing directly towards the protection of the unique marine ecosystems of the Aegean. All internships are geared at developing your leadership, independent research and study skills, allowing you to develop a variety of abilities, which can improve your future job prospects.

Master program: INTEGRATED MARITIME POLICY Master program: PORT AND SHIP OPERATIONS Master program: PORT MANAGEMENT AND LOGISTICS Objectives of the programs: The main goal of the education is to train highly qualified policy makers/engineering personnel and policy driven personnel, to acquire knowledge and skills of specialists, ready to participate in the port management, or join business or governmental organisations with activities related to blue economy. Realization opportunities: The realization of the graduates of the program can be both in the private and in the public sector – public authorities, international bodies, administrations, agencies and enterprises related to the blue economy as highly qualified experts, consultants, specialists, managers and researchers. Graduates of the specialty are ready to successfully practice research and teaching activities in higher education institutions and universities, as well as in the system of secondary profiled education.

The Interdepartmental MSc in International Shipping, Finance and Management (ISFM) comprises a unique combination of the three knowledge areas, which are essential for those employed or are interested to find work in the International Shipping industry. This is achieved through a modern, well-structured program, which combines reading of the international literature, laboratory classes, case studies, workshops, teaching, visits to companies and an academic dissertation aimed at enhancing research skills. The academic members of staff involved in the program are producing highly pioneering research in their respective fields of study. Business executives are also invited as keynote speakers in the program. All the above are disseminated in the curricula of the course units to make up a distinct educational program.

The IOI Malta Training Course on Regional Ocean Governance, an accredited course equivalent to 15 ECTS, will be offered once again in person, jointly by the IOI and the University of Malta from the 6th November - 7th December 2023.