Applications for the Scientific Artificial Intelligence (SAI) Graduate Fellowship for the Fall 2025 cohort are currently being accepted by the University of Notre Dame. For PhD candidates in scientific and engineering fields who wish to incorporate cutting-edge artificial intelligence techniques into their scholarly work, this esteemed, fully financed program is ideal. With the goal of accelerating innovation across a variety of technical domains, the fellowship, which is provided through the Notre Dame SAI Initiative, supports students who are working at the nexus of artificial intelligence and scientific discovery.
Participation in weekly technical workshops, one-on-one mentoring from knowledgeable faculty and technical staff, and access to multidisciplinary lectures and events are all part of the fellowship, which is offered during the Fall 2025 semester. Under the supervision of experts, fellows will be able to make use of Notre Dame’s state-of-the-art computational infrastructure and produce AI-enhanced research results. The curriculum offers students a cooperative and encouraging setting in which to investigate the real-world uses of artificial intelligence in their field-specific research projects.
Candidates must be in good academic standing and enrolled in a PhD program in a relevant scientific or engineering subject. They should be free from significant tests or assignments during the Fall 2025 semester, allowing them to participate fully. In addition to an updated resume and a letter of recommendation from their PhD adviser, each applicant must submit a project proposal detailing how AI will be incorporated into their ongoing research.
Host Country: USA
University: University of Notre Dame, USA
Opportunity Type: Fellowship
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- is pursuing a PhD in a science or engineering field at the University of Notre Dame. Candidates must be actively engaged in doctoral research in areas where domain-specific knowledge can be advanced through the use of artificial intelligence.
- The student must meet the university’s academic performance criteria, show steady progress in their research, and have the support of their academic advisor in order to be considered to be in good academic standing.
- Availability in the fall of 2025, free from obligations like compulsory core coursework, dissertation defenses, or significant PhD qualifying tests. Throughout the semester, participants must be able to devote themselves entirely to the fellowship’s activities, which include workshops, mentorship sessions, and cooperative research projects.
Benefits:
- Complete financing for the Fall 2025 semester that covers all program-related and academic costs
- One-on-one guidance for AI-focused research from seasoned academics and technical specialists
- Special access to cutting-edge computer systems designed for artificial intelligence and data-intensive research
- Frequent technical workshops and individualized office hours to assist with skill development and research problem solving
- Participation in specialized workshops, networking gatherings, and multidisciplinary lectures centered on the use of AI in scientific research
Deadline: 14 May 2025
