Application Deadline: 30 Oct 2026, 2359 hr (Singapore Time, UTC/GMT+8).
LOCATION: Singapore
The NTU AI-for-X Postdoctoral Fellowship (AI4X-PDF), jointly supported by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF), is a prestigious programme designed to attract and empower the world’s brightest early-career researchers. This fellowship supports outstanding scientists who harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to accelerate breakthroughs across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, including medicine (STEM). Through AI4X-PDF, we aim to cultivate the next generation of research leaders working at the intersection of AI and STEM, driving innovation and strengthening Singapore’s AI-for-Science ecosystem.
ELIGIBILITY:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
PhD (or equivalent) conferred within the past 3 years (in 2023 or later) in a STEM field
Strong academic and research record
A compelling research proposal that clearly integrates AI to solve a scientific problem
Must identify an NTU faculty member as a Project Mentor
Available to commence the fellowship by 31 March 2027
Each selected Fellow will be paired with:
A Project Mentor in their research field
An AI Mentor (assigned or selected post-award) to support AI integration
Applications must be submitted in electronic format via NTU Online Application Portal.
Required Documents
Cover letter
Comprehensive CV (with Scopus Author ID and full publication list)
Official transcript or Degree Certificate in English (PhD’s degree)
Research proposal (max 2 pages, download template)
Contact information of two referees* (one must be your PhD Supervisor)
Top 3 publications (PDFs)
Mentor’s support letter (Please attach the letter of support to the research proposal and upload it as a single file in the research proposal section during submission. )
Your referees will be contacted by the university to provide their reports after you submit your application online. Please ensure that your referees have already agreed to provide their reports before you submit your application.
BENEFIT:
Up to 4 years of funding
Competitive remuneration and benefits
SGD 250,000 research grant
Continued funding if transitioning to a tenure-track or equivalent role during the award period
Access to NTU’s AI platforms, research facilities, and computing resources
Structured AI training and mentorship from NTU faculty across AI and STEM disciplines
Vital coaching on university-level teaching to aid transition to an academic career
