EuroMarine Fellowships 2026
EuroMarine Young Scientist Fellowship Programme

EuroMarine Fellowships 2026: €500 Funding for Early Career Marine Scientists in Europe

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The EuroMarine Young Scientist Fellowship Programme 2026 is a competitive funding opportunity for early-career researchers working in marine science. It supports participation in training courses, workshops, conferences, and field activities across Europe and internationally.

The programme is run by the EuroMarine Network and focuses on building skills and research capacity for PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and technical staff in marine disciplines.

A total of 24 individual fellowships will be awarded in 2026, each offering up to €500 in financial support.

Application Deadline

  • First round deadline: 6 June 2026
  • Second round deadline: 30 September 2026

Purpose of the Fellowship

The fellowship is designed to help early-career researchers:

  • Join advanced marine science training programmes
  • Attend international conferences and workshops
  • Improve technical and scientific research skills
  • Build professional networks in ocean and marine research
  • Gain exposure to new methods and collaborations

It is not a full scholarship. It is a short-term mobility grant that supports specific academic activities.

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Funding Details

Each selected applicant can receive:

  • Up to €500 per fellowship
  • Coverage for:
    • Registration fees for courses or conferences
    • Travel costs such as flights or trains
    • Accommodation and subsistence during the activity

If total costs are higher than €500, the remaining amount must be covered by the applicant or their institution.

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Eligible Applicants

To apply, candidates must meet all conditions below:

Academic stage

  • PhD students
  • Postdoctoral researchers (within 5 years of PhD completion)
  • Research technicians (within 7 years of last degree)

Institutional requirement

  • Must be affiliated with a EuroMarine member institution

Activity requirement

  • Must already have an accepted place in a training course, workshop, or conference

Timing

  • The selected activity must take place between 1 July 2026 and 1 June 2027

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Eligible Activities

The fellowship supports a wide range of marine science-related activities, including:

  • Scientific training courses
  • International workshops
  • Academic conferences
  • Fieldwork and sampling campaigns
  • Online or hybrid learning programmes

Application Requirements

Applicants must prepare a complete application package:

1. Motivation letter (max 1.5 pages)

It should explain:

  • Why the activity is important for your marine science career
  • How it aligns with EuroMarine objectives
  • How will you share knowledge after attending
  • How will you acknowledge funding support

2. Proof of acceptance

Confirmation from the course, workshop, or conference organizer

3. Declaration form

  • Must be signed by the applicant
  • Requires approval from a supervisor or an institutional representative

4. Short CV

A concise academic CV outlining research experience

Selection Process

Applications are evaluated by the OYSTER early career research group, which is part of the EuroMarine network.

Evaluation is based on:

  • Relevance of the activity to marine research
  • Career development impact
  • Scientific quality and motivation
  • Potential for knowledge sharing after participation

Each application is reviewed by at least three evaluators before final selection.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted by email to: oyster.secretariat@euromarinenetwork.eu

Applicants must:

  • Obtain approval from their EuroMarine member institution
  • Attach all required documents in one email
  • Wait for confirmation of submission

Funding is only released after acceptance into the selected activity.

Key Conditions

  • Applications are expected to close around mid-2026 call windows
  • Activities must take place between July 2026 and June 2027
  • Only one fellowship per applicant can be awarded
  • Up to four awardees per institution may be selected

Why This Fellowship Matters

Although the funding amount is modest, it plays a practical role in early career development. It helps researchers:

  • Present work at international conferences
  • Access specialized marine science training
  • Strengthen research profiles for future grants
  • Connect with European marine science networks
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