Schmidt Ocean Institute seeks to advance the frontiers of global ocean research by providing state of the art operational, technological, and informational support to pioneering marine scientists, engineers and students.

In the Conrol Room, Kakani Katija (Co - Principal Investigator, MBARI), describes the complex manoeuvres which must be undertaken in order to collect the very best dataset.

Apply For Support

Details on how to submit an Expression of Interest for free access to research vessel Falkor, its on-board research facilities and equipment, and associated expert technical, operational, and informational support.

Research on Transits

Details on how to submit an application for free access to research vessel Falkor, its on-board research facilities and equipment, and associated expert technical, operational, and informational support during R/V Falkor repositioning transits.

Student Opportunities

Schmidt Ocean Institute seeks to provide undergraduate and graduate students with a chance to take part in seagoing scientific research onboard R/V Falkor in coordination with the principal investigators leading at-sea research.

Artist-at-Sea Program

Schmidt Ocean Institute is looking for professional and student artists to work together with scientists to draw on the research occurring aboard Falkor.

Employment

Want to work for Schmidt Ocean Institute? Details on both shore side and at sea positions aboard Falkor can be found here.