Apply to Sail
The Integrated Ocean Drilling Program is currently accepting applications for the following expedition:
- Expedition 337 – Shimokita Coalbed Biosphere (Inorganic and Organic Geochemists)
- Expedition 347 – Baltic Sea Paleoenvironment
For information on other currently scheduled IODP expeditions, please visit the IODP expeditions website. Additional information about the staffing process and opportunities for sailing scientists is provided below.

The U.S. Advisory Committee for Scientific Ocean Drilling reviews and prioritizes applications from U.S. scientists prior to forwarding them to the implementing organization. Learn More

Applicants must be affiliated with a U.S. university, government agency or corporation, and if selected would be provided with salary and travel support. Learn More

A complete application includes an online application form, curriculum vitae, participation plan, preliminary budget, and adviser recommendation for graduate student applicants. Learn More

Thanks to all of the scientists who have participated on past expeditions and continue to make IODP a successful research program! Read More





