14 May 2024 The Royal Society announce second 'Ocean and Marine Science Policy Primer' for ECOPs [Applications Closed]

Applications are now open for the Royal Society's Ocean and Marine Science Policy Primer.

Following last year's pilot, the Royal Society's Ocean Science Policy Programme, together with King's Policy Institute, will deliver their second Ocean and Marine Science Policy Primer, on Wednesday 22 to Thursday 23 May at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC), Southampton. The course will provide up to 30 Early Career Researchers (ECRs) and Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOPs) with an understanding of science policy-making, and help them deliver the skills they need to effectively engage with policy. 

Eligibility

To be eligible for this course, you must identify as a marine or ocean scientist, or have completed your PhD between 1 and 10 years ago.

Application Instructions

Please submit your application by clicking the link below. Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on Monday 29 April. Applications from underrepresented groups are encouraged. 

Register for the Royal Society's Ocean and Marine Science Policy Primer course: 22-23 May 2024

Please note, the Royal Society will cover the costs for one night's accommodation on 22 May and lunches on both 22-23 May. Attendees will have to cover travel costs and the optional evening meal on 22 May themselves.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the Programme Coordinator Beatrice Widell at Beatrice.Widell@royalsociety.org.