The Sitka Sound Science Center is accepting applications for three one-month Scientists in Residency Fellowships (SIRF) for career scientists in Sitka, a geographically isolated island community in Southeast Alaska. This program is funded primarily by the National Science Foundation. The SIRF program offers scientists a one month mini sabbaticals to allow time to work on data analysis, writing research results, thinking about new research questions and an opportunity to establish or finalize collaborations. At the same time the SIRF program will provide community engagement opportunities for scientists to give educational presentations in the schools and in a variety of public settings. The purpose of these outreach activities is to help improve ocean literacy, provide opportunities for scientists to explain their research to the public and to give students insight into the many paths careers in science may take. The 2012 SIRF program has been very rewarding for the SSSC, the community of Sitka, and the participating scientists. We welcome applications from scientists interested in participating in 2013/2014. Attached are the application, frequently asked questions, and a flyer. Please feel free to forward this email and post the flyer at your institute or agency. Thanks! Victoria O'Connell -- Victoria O'Connell Operations Manager