Apply to Sail
The Integrated Ocean Drilling Program is currently accepting applications to sail on the following expeditions:
- Expedition 348 NanTroSEIZE Plate Boundary Deep Riser 3
- Expedition 350 Izu-Bonin-Mariana Rear Arc
- Expedition 351 Izu-Bonin-Mariana Arc Origins
- Expedition 352 Izu-Bonin-Mariana Forearc
Scientists are encouraged to apply for more than one expedition, however a separate application package is required for each expedition. 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





