The Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean (POGO) is an international organization dedicated to enhancing the quality and efficiency of ocean observation efforts worldwide.
POGO was established to address global ocean issues through collaboration and knowledge sharing. It plays a crucial role in fostering relationships between oceanographic institutions and professionals.
Working closely with the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR), POGO strives to augment the scientific knowledge necessary for sustainable ocean management.
POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme
The POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme is an exciting opportunity jointly funded by POGO and SCOR, focused on promoting training and capacity building in ocean observation.
This esteemed programme aims to enhance sustained ocean observations and their applications, catering specifically to early-career scientists, technicians, postgraduate students (preferably at PhD level), and post-doctoral fellows who are engaged in oceanographic work in developing countries and economies in transition.
Since its inception in 2001, the programme has awarded 200 fellowships, affirming its commitment to fostering global ocean observation efforts.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants for the POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme must adhere to the following criteria:
- Must be an early-career scientist, technician, postgraduate student (preferably PhD level), or post-doctoral fellow.
- Must be actively involved in oceanographic work at institutions located in developing countries or economies in transition, as defined by the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the OECD.
- Preference will be given to applicants with limited international experience.
- A comprehensive list of eligible countries can be found in the right-hand menu.
Fellowship Opportunities
The fellowship provides a unique chance for recipients to gain valuable training and hands-on experience in:
- Ocean observations.
- Data analysis and presentation techniques derived from oceanographic data.
Selected fellows will have the opportunity to visit leading oceanographic institutions abroad for 1 to 3 months to immerse themselves in practical activities, including data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
Important Notes for 2025 POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme
- Training under the 2025 programme should commence between September 2025 and March 2026.
- Due to the current global economic landscape, a maximum budget of 5000 Euros per fellow has been established, emphasizing preference for shorter-duration fellowships (1-2 months) or those involving less travel to cities with lower Cost of Living Indices.
- Shortlisted candidates and prospective host supervisors will be invited for a brief interview with the POGO Secretariat.
How to Apply
To apply for the fellowship, candidates must prepare the following documents for upload in the application form:
- Fellowship proposal form (must use the template provided)
- CV
- Flight quotation evidence
- Parent supervisor recommendation letter
- Host supervisor acceptance letter
Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted via the application form no later than 27 April 2025 (23:59 CET).
Application Form
All applications must be made via the application form below.
Supporting Document Files (2025)
- POGO-SCOR 25 Flyer
- DAC-List-of-ODA-Recipients-for-reporting-2024-25-flows
- FAQ_POGO-SCOR Fellowship_2025
- POGO-SCOR-FellowshipProposal_2025 Template
- Guidelines-for-Stipend-Calculation-2025
For further details and to access the FAQs document elaborating on training programmes, host institutions, eligibility, application requirements, selection processes, and funding support, please refer to the right-hand menu.
Embark on a journey to ignite your career in oceanography and contribute to global ocean observation efforts through the prestigious POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme!
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