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Award for Alaska Sea Grant State Fellowship Program to University of Alaska Fairbanks

This award notice announces a cooperative agreement between the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) for the Alaska Sea Grant State Fellowship Program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Alaska Regional Office and Science Center - Awardee: - University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) - Program Overview: - 12-month paid fellowship for recent UAF graduates - Focus on marine resource policy and scientific applications - Fellows are matched with Alaska-based state or federal agencies - Includes mentoring and engagement in marine or fisheries science or policy projects - Funding and Performance: - Anticipated federal funding: $35,000 - No cost-sharing requirement - Period of performance: 12 months - Unique Requirements: - Single-source award justified by UAF's unique qualifications and alignment with USGS programmatic needs - USGS will provide substantial involvement, including mentoring and project engagement - Place of Performance: - USGS Alaska Regional Office and Science Center, Alaska

Description

The Alaska Sea Grant State Fellowship Program is a non-competitive cooperative agreement intended to provide professional opportunities for recently graduated University of Alaska Fairbanks students. The program offers a 12-month paid fellowship, matching graduates with Alaska-based state or federal agencies to gain experience in marine resource policy and scientific applications. The objectives include supporting and expanding the fellowship program, promoting employment preparedness in marine sciences, and mentoring young professionals to support the mission of the USGS Alaska Regional Office and Science Center. The anticipated federal funding amount is $35,000, with no cost-sharing requirement, and the expected period of performance is from September 5, 2017, to September 4, 2018.

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