Ocean Census and Earth Sciences New Zealand — Coalville Ridge Expedition (Call for Expressions of Interest)

Ocean Census and Earth Sciences New Zealand are inviting expressions of interest from marine taxonomists to join a collaborative expedition to the unexplored seamounts of the Coalville Ridge, aiming to discover new species. The four-week expedition will take place onboard the R/V Tangoroa from 23 February to 24 March 2027 (dates tentative), mobilising and demobilising from Wellington, New Zealand, and will sample marine fauna across a range of habitats and depths. Ideal candidates have expertise in corals, sponges, polychaetes/worms, or ascidians, or are generalists experienced in vessel-based expeditions; participants of any nationality may apply, provided they hold a valid passport and are available for the full expedition. Ocean Census will cover flights, transfers, accommodation, and any required medical assessments or sea survival training. Expressions of interest, including background, seagoing experience, and taxonomic expertise, should be sent by email by 25 October 2026.