Gulf Research Program Science Policy Fellowship

The Gulf Research Program Science Policy Fellowship places scientists, engineers, and health professionals for one year on the staff of federal, state, local, or non-governmental agencies to apply scientific knowledge to policy for the benefit of Gulf Coast communities and ecosystems. The fellowship provides a one-year work experience at the science-policy interface and contributes to leadership development and capacity building for Fellows. Fellows work in state legislatures; state environmental, natural resource, oil and gas, or public health agencies; or regional offices of relevant federal agencies in the Gulf region.

One-year staff placement at federal, state, local, or non-governmental agencies in the Gulf region; professional development and hands-on experience applying scientific knowledge to policy.

Scientists, engineers, and health professionals who have demonstrated superior scholarship and an interest in public policy may apply to gain experience at the science-policy interface.

Applications are submitted during the published application window; applications are reviewed during a defined review period and recipients are announced after review.