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JOB OPPORTUNITY: Coral Recruit Technician – Research Associate (University of Miami) The Coral Recruit Technician is an integral part of the University of Miami’s Land-Based Coral Facility team at The Rosenstiel School on Virginia Key, FL. This position supports reef research and restoration conducted by the Coral Reef Futures Lab. Specifically, the coral recruit technician carries out the sexual propagation and subsequent care of Caribbean coral juveniles within the lab’s aquaculture facility and research spaces. This is a key period in coral development during which the employee’s attention to detail, drive, and determination contribute directly to the production and survival of coral recruits. Position is open until filled. Learn more here: umiami.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #jobs #researchassociate #coralnursery #coralrestoration #miami #coralreefecology #marinescience #coral #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Research Scientist - Coral Quantitative Genetics (Australian Institute of Marine Science) The Research Scientist - Coral Quantitative Genetics plays a key leadership role in advancing understanding of adaptation, resilience, and phenotypic diversity in corals and other tropical marine organisms. Working at the forefront of quantitative genetics, genomics, and experimental biology, you will lead innovative research programs that deliver high impact scientific outcomes and inform restoration and aquaculture strategies in the face of rapid environmental change. The role involves designing and implementing breeding experiments, developing high-throughput phenotyping and genomic analysis approaches, leading scuba-based field research, and providing expert advice and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. You will also manage permitting and compliance requirements, including Indigenous engagement and Free, Prior and Informed Consent processes, while contributing to the communication of research outcomes for Traditional Owners, stakeholders, community audiences, and the broader public. As a senior scientific leader, you will build national and international collaborations, supervise researchers and students, secure competitive funding, and manage project budgets and deliverables to ensure the successful delivery of impactful, world-class marine science. Application deadline 23rd November 2026 Learn more here: careers.aims.gov.au/page.php… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #coraljobs #genetics #careerdevelopment #researchscientist #coralgenetics #coralreefecologist #marinescience #marinebiology

FREELANCE VIDEO COURSE CREATORS WANTED: The Coral Reef Research Hub The Coral Reef Research Hub is looking for coral scientists, researchers and experienced practitioners to create engaging online courses for our growing education platform. We’re particularly interested in hearing from people with expertise in coral reef science and management, coral restoration, photogrammetry, coral taxonomy & identification, career development (resumes, proposals, grant & job applications etc), laboratory techniques, data analysis, statistics and scientific communication. Courses should be in English, practical, informative and accessible, giving learners knowledge and skills they can apply to their studies, research or careers. They can range from introductory courses through to more specialised training. 🎓 What we’re looking for: • Strong expertise in the proposed subject • The ability to explain concepts clearly and engagingly • All experienced practitioners are welcome to apply 💻 Freelance, remote opportunity 🌍 Open to applicants worldwide 💰 Paid opportunity Learn more here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… Applications remain open until the end of 2026! #coralreefs #videocreators #onlinelearning #freelancejob #coraljobs #coralreefecology #photogrammetry #coralrestoration #marinebiology

CORAL INTERNSHIPS (With Stipend): MOTE MARINE LABORATORY, FLORIDA Mote Marine Laboratory is recruiting for four hands-on coral conservation internships in Sarasota, Florida, for Winter/Spring 2027. Opportunities include: 🔹 International Coral Gene Bank – Coral Husbandry Internship Work with diverse coral species held within Mote’s land-based gene banking systems, gaining experience in coral care and aquaculture system maintenance. 10–12 weeks | Need-based stipends available 🔹 International Coral Gene Bank – Reproduction Internship Gain experience in assisted sexual reproduction, managed breeding, coral recruit rearing, fragmentation, husbandry and spawning systems. 10–12 weeks | Need-based stipends available 🔹 Acropora Coral Husbandry Internship Work with critically endangered staghorn and elkhorn corals, developing practical skills in coral husbandry, conservation and restoration. 10–12 weeks | Monthly stipend provided 🔹 Mote SEA Coral Workforce Development Laboratory Internship Join Mote’s Coral Health & Disease Program and International Coral Gene Bank team, contributing to research on coral aquaculture, husbandry, species-specific care protocols and science communication. 10 weeks, January–March 2027 | $1,500/month stipend 📍 Sarasota, Florida, USA ⏱️ Full-time, up to 40 hours/week 🪸 No previous coral husbandry experience required 🚗 Applicants must have their own reliable transportation. Applications and further details (Coral Gene Bank): mote.org/internships/college… Applications and further details (Coral Health and Disease): mote.org/internships/college… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #internships #coralinterns #coralrestoration #paidinternship #coralgenebank #coralhealth #coraldisease #marinebiology #coral

NEW ONLINE TRAINING COURSE: Want to start using R in your marine science research? (The Coral Reef Research Hub) R is an incredibly useful tool for scientists — from working with datasets and producing figures to accessing specialist scientific databases. But if you've never used it before, knowing where to start can be daunting. Our Introduction to R & RStudio for Marine Scientists course is designed to provide that starting point. Presented by marine scientist Klaus Stiefel, this beginner-level course introduces you to R and RStudio and shows you how they can be used in real scientific workflows. Across five modules you'll learn how to: 🔹 Get started with R and RStudio 🔹 Understand basic R syntax and work with data 🔹 Import your own datasets 🔹 Create plots using base R and ggplot2 🔹 Access fish data directly from FishBase using R 🔹 Use AI to help generate R code This course provides an accessible first step into using R for marine science, giving you the practical foundations to begin working with data, creating visualisations and exploring the wider possibilities R offers for scientific research. Created for marine scientists and researchers who want to start using R with confidence and build their skills from there. To access this lecture based online course for free you have to register as a premium member of our career development and networking website here: https//:thecoralreefresearchhub.com This and other courses can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #onlinecourse #RStudio #usingR #trainingcourse #fishbase #coralreefecology #sciencecourse #marinescience #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITIES with The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i (Marine Pelagic Species Specialist & Deep-sea Coral Taxonomy Post-Doc) The Research Corporation of the University of Hawai'i currently has a number of exciting job opportunities available including: Marine Pelagic Species Specialist (Deadline 28th October 2026): Conducts research on oceanic whitetip (OWT) sharks and oceanic manta rays through photo-identification, data collection, and population assessments. Conducts research on reducing lighting threats to turtle hatchlings. Compiles sighting and interaction reports of pelagic protected species, and project data. Deep-sea Coral Taxonomy Post-Doc (Deadline 9th November 2026): Contributes taxonomic expertise to The Nippon Foundation Oceanoma Program as a Nippon Foundation Fellow. Describes new deep-sea coral species from specimens collected in the Pacific Ocean and hosted in Museum collections (Bishop Museum, Harvard Museum of Comparative Zoology). To view these and other opportunities visit their career page here and click 'view all jobs': hr.rcuh.com/psc/hcmprd_exapp… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #jobs #marinejobs #careers #hawaii #marinescience #marineecology #coraltaxonomy #pelagicspecies #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Marine Ecologist / Research Scientist - Cardinal Point Captains (CPC) in American Samoa CPC seeks a qualified Marine Ecologist/ Research Scientist to work at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Marine Sanctuary of American Samoa (NMSAS). This position provides research and field operations support to the site. You Will: Provide scientific expertise and support, including conducting field surveys; sampling and collecting specimens in the field; conducting laboratory tasks; processing scientific data; writing scientific reports; assisting with data archiving and records management; and collaborating with partners Support execution of site operating plans and science projects, including development of dive, boat, and cruise plans; coordination and implementation of dive operations to meet NOAA dive and safety standards; and assistance for the small boat program ....and more! Position open until filled. Learn more here: recruiting.paylocity.com/Rec… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #jobs #careers #marineecologist #researchscientist #americansamoa #coralreefecology #marinescience #marinebiology

PAID YEAR LONG CORAL INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: NOAA AOML Coral Program in Miami, Florida A paid, year-long internship for a recent graduate interested in gaining hands-on research experience in coral reef ecology and ocean acidification. The intern will work with NOAA AOML and University of Miami CIMAS researchers on the National Coral Reef Monitoring Program, SCUBA-based fieldwork, experimental coral restoration research, coral 'omics, and 3D scanning/printing for scientific instrument development. Current AAUS scientific-diving authorization is required. Qualifications: General knowledge and interest in coral reef ecology research; Current AAUS authorization required for scientific diving; Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of researchers; Strong attention to detail as well as oral and written communication skills Application: CV and a letter of interest should be sent to both [email protected] and [email protected] with "Coral Program internship application" in the subject line. Deadline 30th October 2026. Full details can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #internship #coralintern #coralcareers #noaacoralprogram #coralreefecology #yearlonginternship #marinescience #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Research Associate (Coral Restoration) - Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission The successful candidate will work within the Keys Fisheries Research Section's Restoration Ecology Program and manage the operation, maintenance and genetic inventory of an in-water coral nursery. They'll develop and lead coral/ecological restoration research, act as PI on grant-funded projects, supervise staff, conduct underwater coral and benthic surveys, analyse data and publish research. The role specifically includes identification and monitoring of scleractinian corals, octocorals and sponges, underwater photography/video, SCUBA fieldwork and collaboration with other organisations on coral-restoration best practices. Application deadline 29th October 2026 Full details here: jobs.myflorida.com/job/MARAT… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #coralrestoration #coraljobs #coralnursery #jobopportunity #coral #floridakeys #fishandwildlife #coralreefecology #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Aquaculture Operations Manager (Sea Urchins) - Coral World Ocean and Reef Initiative (CWORI), St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands The Coral World Ocean and Reef Initiative (CWORI) seeks an autonomous, hands-on Aquaculture Operations Manager to lead our native reef herbivore propagation program in St. Thomas, USVI. Reporting to the Coral Reef Restoration and Research Scientist, the Manager directs daily operations across modular 20-ft and 40-ft containerized mariculture labs, outdoor land-based raceways, and offshore nursery structures. Primary responsibilities include closed-cycle sexual propagation and larval rearing of the long-spined sea urchin (Diadema antillarum) using shaker tables and kreisel tanks, alongside developing scalable breeding and nursery pipelines for additional Caribbean echinoids (Tripneustes ventricosus, Lytechinus variegatus, Echinometra viridis) and crustacean grazers including the Caribbean king crab (Maguimithrax spinosissimus). The Manager oversees live feeds production (microalgae flasks/carboys and macroalgae cultivation), life-support systems (LSS) plumbing and maintenance, wild larval settlement trapping, behavioral conditioning, and reef outplanting, while supervising Conservation Technicians and interns. Compensation: $55,000 – $75,000/year (Full-time, Exempt, 100% employer-paid health/dental/vision, 401k with 5% contribution). Eligibility: Permission is needed to work in the USA. Applications require two steps and are reviewed on a rolling basis: drive.google.com/file/d/1v1o… Details on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/jobs/view/aquac… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #jobs #aquaculturemanager #restoration #seaurchins #coral #coralreefrestoration #careers #coralreefecology #marinebiology

WELL PAID CORAL INTERNSHIP: Reef Renewal USA – Re5 Coral Restoration Internship (Florida, with the University of Miami) - USD $2,400 Per Month! Reef Renewal USA is hosting a hands-on coral restoration internship designed to support their ongoing efforts in establishing and maintaining coral nurseries while advancing critical restoration techniques. This position is offered in partnership with the University of Miami through the Florida Re5 Hub, a collaborative coral restoration project focused on strengthening the resilience of Florida’s Coral Reef to the impacts of climate change. The intern will be working closely with both Reef Renewal USA and University of Miami and will travel between both locations. Application deadline is 25th October 2026 Full details here: reefrenewalusa.org/wp-conten… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #paidintern #internship #careers #coralrestoration #florida #coralreefecology #reefrenewalusa #reefrestoration #marinebiology

PhD OPPORTUNITY – The Role of Thermal Tolerance and Secondary Metabolites in the Increasing Dominance of Indo-Pacific Soft Corals (University of Plymouth) You will conduct field-based controlled thermal experiments on dominant Indo-Pacific soft coral species at Coral Eye, Bangka Island (North Sulawesi, Indonesia), and will quantify physiological performance and changes in metabolite production under acute and chronic heat stress. LC-MS/MS metabolomics will characterise changes in chemical defences, while bioactivity assays and experiments with hard coral adults/larvae, will evaluate the ecological functions of these chemical defences. This integrated approach will determine whether thermal stress enhances, reduces or alters the ecological function of soft coral chemical defences. This is a fully funded ARIES studentship covering tuition fees, a £21,805/year maintenance stipend at the current 2026/27 rate, and research/training support. A limited number of awards are available to international applicants with the international/Home fee difference waived. Full details here: plymouth.ac.uk/study/researc… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #phd #phdstudnetship #coralphd #softcorals #coralscience #coralreefecology #climatechange #thermaltolerance #marinebiology

NEW TRAINING COURSE: How To Become A Coral Reef Scientist (The Coral Reef Research Hub) Want to build a career studying and protecting coral reefs, but not sure where to start - or what your next step should be? Our How To Become A Coral Reef Scientist course provides a practical guide to building a career in coral reef science, combining lectures with 14 accompanying workbooks to help you work through the decisions and skills involved along the way. The course covers everything from choosing the right academic qualifications and gaining meaningful practical experience, through to internships and higher degrees, writing a strong résumé, finding funding, developing research proposals, choosing a career path and preparing successful job applications. Whether you're just starting out or already studying marine science and wondering what comes next, the course is designed to help you make informed decisions and build the experience, skills and professional profile needed to progress in this competitive field. To access this lecture and workbook based online course for free you have to register as a premium member of our career development and networking website here: https//:thecoralreefresearchhub.com This and other courses can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #onlinecourse #careerdevelopmentcourse #trainingcourse #careeressentials #coralreefcareers #careeradvice #marinebiology

PAID SEA TURTLE INTERNSHIPS (Stipend and free housing!) for the 2027 sea turtle season (x3): Sea Turtle Inc. (South Padre Island, Texas) Sea Turtle Inc. is accepting applications for three internship opportunities for the 2027 sea turtle season in South Padre Island, Texas! These hands-on placements offer experience in sea turtle conservation, rehabilitation and environmental education, with a daily stipend and accommodation provided. Sea Turtle Inc. works to rescue, rehabilitate and release injured sea turtles, protect nesting sea turtles and their offspring, and educate the public about marine conservation. The three Internships are: Conservation Internship: Work directly with nesting sea turtles and conservation activities during the nesting season. Medical Care Internship: Gain practical experience within Sea Turtle Inc.'s sea turtle hospital and rehabilitation programme. Education Internship: Help connect visitors and the wider community with sea turtle conservation through Sea Turtle Inc.'s education programmes. The internships run from 1st April to 15th August 2027 and are paid a stipend of US $35.00 per workday. Free air conditioned on-site accommodation is also provided. To be eligible you must be a recent college graduate and hold a valid IS drivers licence. Application deadline for all three internships is 2nd January 2027. For more details and/or questions, please email [email protected] Full internship details can also be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #internship #seaturtle #turtleintern #paidinternship #careers #seaturtleinternship #turtleconservation #conservation #marinebiology

FULLY FUNDED PHD STUDENT: Promoting Coral Recovery After Bleaching Events (CASE Project with Tropical Marine Centre) - University of Essex Working in the Essex Coral Reef Research Unit aquarium and in collaboration with Tropical Marine Centre (a leading UK company in coral husbandry), you will investigate what makes corals more or less likely to recover after bleaching. You will use advanced, non-invasive imaging methods including light-sheet microscopy and optical coherence tomography to study symbiont dynamics inside coral tissue, developing your own imaging pipeline to track recovery over time. Using optical and chemical microsensors, you will measure how environmental conditions inside coral tissue influence symbiont growth, building an understanding of the external and internal factors that drive recovery. You will apply your findings to design new approaches to boost coral health following bleaching. You will gain exposure to the commercial marine industry and receive training in coral husbandry from a leading company. You will learn how to design and perform experiments in a research aquarium and work with experts to apply and optimise live imaging methods and microsensor techniques for challenging organisms. You will gain experience analysing complex datasets, including 3D imaging data, and communicating science to academic and non-academic audiences. For queries about the studentship, please contact the Supervisor, Dr Elena Bollati, at [email protected] Application deadline 16th December 2026 Full details here: jobs.ac.uk/job/DTG070/phd-st… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #phd #phdopportunity #coralhealth #coralbleaching #coral #coralreefscience #coralrecovery #marinescience #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITIES: Fully Funded Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (x2) in Marine Reef Fisheries and Ocean Technology - Mote Marine Laboratory (Florida Keys) Mote Marine Laboratory (Mote) is seeking candidates for a Mote Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in both Marine Reef Fisheries Ecology and the Mote Ocean Technology Research Program in the Florida Keys. Mote Postdoctoral Research Fellowships are three-year positions providing 100% salary support, funding assistance for equipment/supplies and travel, and office and laboratory space. The Fellowship includes mentorship from a diversity of cross-discipline Mote scientists and administrative assistance for policy issues, grant proposals, contract compliance, and reporting. Mote Postdoctoral Research Fellows are expected to conduct and build their own program that are distinct from and not under the oversight of existing Mote research programs. Exemplary Fellows have been invited to join Mote as a Staff Scientist upon completion of their initial three-year appointment. Review of applications begins on 1st November 2026 Full details for both positions: mote.org/about/employment-op… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #researchfellowships #jobs #careers #marinejobs #coral #coralreeffisheries #marineecology #oceantechnology #marinebiology

THREE CORAL RELATED MARINE SCIENCE POSITIONS: Lancaster University, UK As part of the launch of the new Royal Society-funded Island-Ocean Research Hub, commencing in January 2027, and alongside the UKRI-funded Project ENTERPRISE, Lancaster University is recruiting for three marine science positions. The projects will investigate marine ecosystems across both tropical and temperate environments, with field sites spanning the Seychelles, Mediterranean and UK. Research will encompass coral reefs and other coastal ecosystems and explore topics including food-web dynamics, biodiversity, ecosystem recovery and marine restoration. 1. Senior Research Associate – Marine Food Web Rewiring A four-year postdoctoral position within the Island-Ocean Research Hub, working with Prof. Nick Graham. Research will investigate how ecological connectivity and nutrient flows influence marine food webs, combining field-based ecology, stable isotope analysis and statistical modelling across tropical and temperate study sites. Full details here: hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.… 2. Senior Research Associate – Marine Biodiversity & Recovery Dynamics A four-year postdoctoral position within the Island-Ocean Research Hub, also working with Prof. Nick Graham. The project will investigate marine biodiversity, ecosystem functioning and recovery dynamics using field experiments, remote sensing and statistical modelling across the Seychelles, Mediterranean and UK Full details here: hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.… 3. Project Coordinator & Research Assistant – Marine Science & Restoration A three-year, 0.8 FTE (four days per week) position supporting both the Island-Ocean Research Hub and Project ENTERPRISE, led by Prof. Nick Graham and Dr Tim Lamont. The role combines project coordination and research support with opportunities for marine fieldwork, including work connected with tropical marine restoration. Full details here: hr-jobs.lancs.ac.uk/Vacancy.… These are excellent opportunities for researchers interested in coral reefs, tropical marine ecology, ecosystem recovery, restoration and the ecological connections between islands and surrounding marine ecosystems. Application deadline for all three positions: 30th October 2026 Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #jobs #coraljobs #marinesciencecareers #careerdevelopment #coralreefecology #marinescience #marineecology #marinebiology

CORAL MATTERS MAGAZINE: Issue 4 (free download) - Brought to you by The Coral Reef Research Hub Issue 4 of Coral Matters explores the growing pressures facing coral reefs and the different ways scientists are responding to a rapidly changing ocean. The cover story looks beyond rising temperatures to examine how climate change interacts with local threats such as declining water quality, nutrient pollution, sedimentation and disease, while a second feature explores whether turbid reefs could provide important clues to coral resilience. Together, they highlight both the scale of the challenges facing reefs and the importance of combining global action with effective local management. Download your copy today! Members: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… Non-Members: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #coralmatters #freedownload #onlinemagazine #conservation #coralreefecology #coralconservation #marinescience #marinebiology

JOB OPPORTUNITY: Coral Restoration Field Technician - The Hawaiʻi Coral Reef Initiative / Research Corporation of the University of Hawaiʻi (RCUH) The Hawaiʻi Coral Reef Initiative / Research Corporation of the University of Hawaiʻi is seeking a Coral Restoration Field Technician to support coral restoration and reef monitoring activities in Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi Island. The successful candidate will work with the Hawaiʻi Division of Aquatic Resources and its coral restoration programme, undertaking hands-on coral restoration, monitoring and SCUBA-based fieldwork. The role is primarily based at the Coral Nursery at NELHA/HOST Park in Kona, with field activities at reef sites. Key activities include: - Assisting with coral collection, transport and outplanting - Conducting coral health and restoration monitoring - Participating in SCUBA-based coral reef surveys - Conducting fish, benthic and invertebrate surveys - Using transects and quadrats to collect ecological data - Collecting underwater imagery for Structure-from-Motion (SfM) photogrammetry - Processing and managing reef monitoring and restoration data - Assisting with the maintenance of coral restoration equipment and field operations - Supporting other coral restoration and research activities as required This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career marine scientist looking to gain practical experience in coral restoration, reef monitoring, scientific diving and photogrammetry within an active coral restoration programme. Salary $3,666.67–$3,776.67 USD per month Application deadline 22nd October 2026 Full description: hr.rcuh.com/psc/hcmprd_exapp… (search job number 226619) Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #coraljobs #careers #hawaii #coralrestoration #marinescience #coralreefecology #reefrestoration #marineecology #marinebiology

FUNDED PhD OPPORTUNITY: Coral Ecology and Evolution (Lingnan University, Hong Kong) The Nutritional Mutualisms Lab at Lingnan University, Hong Kong is recruiting a PhD student to undertake research in coral ecology and evolution. This is an exciting opportunity for a prospective doctoral researcher interested in understanding the ecological and evolutionary processes shaping coral symbioses and reef organisms. The successful applicant will join a research group investigating nutritional mutualisms and symbiotic interactions, with opportunities to develop research questions focused on corals and coral reef systems. Funding: Successful applicants may be supported through either the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS) or a Lingnan University Postgraduate Studentship. The HKPFS provides approximately US$44,000 per year, while the postgraduate studentship provides approximately US$29,000 per year plus medical benefits. Application deadline 31st October 2026 Full details here: environment.uw.edu/opportuni… Many more exciting job and career opportunities can be found here: thecoralreefresearchhub.com/… #coralreefs #coralphd #phdopportunity #coralsymbiosis #careers #coral #coralevolution #coralreefecology #marinescience #marinebiology