Project Background
Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship on Sustainable Aquaculture Policy in Southeast Asia
ASEAN Partnership for Sustainable Aquaculture (AquASEAN)
The ASEAN Partnership for Sustainable Aquaculture (AquASEAN) is a multi-country initiative to be led by the French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development (CIRAD), in coordination with SEARCA, the ASEAN Secretariat, and a network of academic institutions across Southeast Asia. The project aims to enhance the sustainability and climate resilience of aquaculture systems in the region, with a strong focus on circular economy principles, innovation ecosystems, and evidence-informed policy engagement.
The AquASEAN is structured around three interrelated components:
Component 1
Climate-Responsible Aquaculture implements pilot projects and field trials that promote circular approaches to aquaculture systems tailored to local contexts and species such as shrimp, mangroves, milkfish, and seaweed.
Component 2
Capacity Building seeks to strengthen institutional, individual, and community capacities in climate-responsible aquaculture, with targeted support for students, women and youth to foster inclusive participation and leaderships; and
Component 3
Support for Public Policies is dedicated to generating knowledge, policy tools, and strategic insights to inform and strengthen public policy frameworks across ASEAN, advancing regional cooperation and sustainability goals.
In support of Component 3, SEARCA invites applications for a one-year Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship. The selected fellow will contribute to the development of evidence-based policy recommendations, engage in regional policy discussions, and help shape an ASEAN roadmap for sustainable aquaculture—bridging research, practice, and policy for transformative impact.