Open Ocean Research Grants Program

This research grant program aims to enhance ocean governance by publicly sharing data on human activity at sea to grow our community of practice and expand and improve Global Fishing Watch datasets.

Job Application for Request for Proposal (RFP) - Research Fellowships and Small Grants Initiative at Global Fishing Watch

Mapping human activity at sea with AI

Global Fishing Watch is releasing AI-powered datasets that map global ocean infrastructure and vessels not broadcasting on public systems.

Data Scientist, Vessel Tracking and Behavior (Remote)

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Country Officer - Brazil

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How crowded are the oceans? New maps show what flew under the radar until now

Thanks to advances in AI and satellite imagery, researchers created the most comprehensive maps yet of offshore wind energy development, fishing, and vessel traffic at sea.

Machine Learning Engineer, Remote Sensing

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Global Fishing Watch

Imagine developing your career at an organization that combines technological innovation, policy and partnership development, scientific research and data analysis to help facilitate fair and sustainable use of our ocean. Come join our growing and multicultural team of experts in an all-remote, globally distributed workforce as we seek to ensure a healthy, productive and resilient ocean. Global Fishing Watch is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive, respectful and supportive environment for all employees and partners, vendors, suppliers and contractors, irrespective of race, gender, religion or belief, age, disability or sexual orientation. Our mission is best advanced when welcoming the contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs and cultures.

How disappearing ships could hold the clue to stopping illegal fishing

Researchers are tracking where fishing boats turn off their signal in the ocean. This could stop illegal fishing.