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Open Opportunities
Sponsorship Opportunities: Supporting Science Festivals or Other Related Events
SECOORA has limited funding to support small awards for students participating in science fairs or other related outreach events. If you are a SECOORA member and are interested in requesting student award support, please email communications@secoora.org.
Accepting Applications for 2026 Vembu Subramanian Ocean Scholars Award
Established in memory of Vembu Subramanian, this award supports the next generation of ocean professionals through mentorship, networking, and meaningful engagement at our Annual Meeting. Applications close April 21, 2026.
Past Opportunities
News
January 20, 2026
SECOORA Request for Proposals for a Data System Development, Operations, and Maintenance Service Provider
SECOORA seeks a Data System Development, Operations, and Maintenance (DMAC) service provider to act as a strategic partner while maintaining the current SECOORA Data System. Proposals are due to SECOORA by 5:00 PM ET, March 31, 2026.
News
July 25, 2025
SECOORA Funding Opportunity Announcement: Letters of Intent Solicitation
SECOORA will submit a coordinated regional proposal in response to the anticipated FY 2026 Implementation of the U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) funding opportunity. Letters of Intent to be considered for inclusion in SECOORA’s full proposal are due September 9, 2025.
News
December 18, 2024
Student Opportunity: Marine Heat Wave Position
SECOORA is seeking a graduate student or post-doc to examine ocean temperature regimes in the Southeast. This project will support a student to extract surface and subsurface temperature data from the SECOORA data portal, identify any data gaps, and conduct preliminary analysis. Proposals are due February 7th.
