Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU), in partnership with Singapore’s National Research Foundation (NRF), has announced the AI-for-X Postdoctoral Fellowship (AI4X-PDF) 2025—a prestigious opportunity for early-career researchers worldwide. This program is designed to empower outstanding scientists who harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to accelerate groundbreaking research in STEM fields, including medicine.
Why This Fellowship Matters?
NTU is consistently ranked among the world’s top universities in Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science. In fact, it holds the 2nd global position in AI and Computer Science (2025–26 U.S. News Rankings) and is ranked 1st in Asia for Data Science and AI (2025 QS Rankings). This fellowship is more than funding—it’s a career catalyst that helps postdoctoral researchers transition into tenure-track or leadership roles while driving AI-enabled scientific discovery.
Awardees will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary ecosystem at NTU, benefiting from cutting-edge AI platforms, structured mentorship, and global networking opportunities.
What You Get – Key Features
- Up to 4 years of full funding
- SGD 250,000 research grant
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Continued funding if transitioning into tenure-track roles
- Access to NTU’s AI labs, research facilities, and high-performance computing infrastructure
- Dual mentorship: Project Mentor (STEM field) + AI Mentor
- Structured AI training, research portfolio development, and teaching preparation.
Who Can Apply – Eligibility
- PhD (or equivalent) conferred in 2022 or later in any STEM discipline
- Strong academic and research track record
- A compelling research proposal that integrates AI into scientific discovery
- Must secure an NTU faculty Project Mentor before applying
- Must be available to begin the fellowship by 31 March 2026.
How to Apply?
Applications must be submitted electronically via the NTU Online Application Portal by:
Required Documents:
- Cover letter
- Detailed CV (with Scopus Author ID & publication list)
- PhD certificate/transcript (English)
- 2-page research proposal
- Top 3 publications (PDFs)
- Letter of support from NTU Project Mentor (attached with proposal)
- Contact details of 2 referees (one must be PhD supervisor).
Why International Scholars Shouldn’t Miss This?
This fellowship isn’t just an award—it’s a global platform to shape the future of AI in science. With Singapore at the forefront of research and NTU’s powerful AI-for-Science ecosystem, international fellows will gain access to resources, networks, and recognition that can fast-track their academic careers.
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Deadline: 31 October 2025, 23:59 (Singapore Time, UTC+8).