Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellows at The University of Chicago - 149984-3800 - The University of Chicago

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The AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellow Program at the University of
Chicago is seeking scholars who seek to advance and accelerate the
adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the natural sciences. The
rise of AI in science and engineering presents both a remarkable
opportunity and a profound challenge to human-centered modes of inquiry,
including not only data analysis, but also the design of experiments,
the formulation of new hypotheses, and the revelation of natural laws.
Given the cross-disciplinary nature of AI research in science, Fellows
will be offered freedom and independence in pursuing their AI-related
research, including the flexibility to change or expand their research
focus and to work with multiple research groups while at the University.
This unique program is part of a vibrant and growing AI and science
community that includes departments across the UChicago campus as well
as Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory,
and the Marine Biological Laboratory.
Fellows will have the opportunity to pursue original research on
significant questions in AI and science. They form a cohort of top
scholars across the natural sciences engaging in joint training and
research activities. Fellows will receive the training in AI methods
necessary for conducting their research. Drawing on the University's
top-ranked programs, world-renowned faculty, and vibrant data science
ecosystem, this program will allow postdoctoral fellows to engage in
field-defining research. Fellows will receive a competitive salary and
benefits, generous research funding and travel allowances, and the
opportunity to collaborate with partners worldwide. Fellows will be
appointed as Research Scientists in the University's system of record
and are afforded PI status for grant applications.
This is a two-year position with an opportunity to renew for a third
year (see below). The start date will be negotiated for a date in 2025.
Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024 and will continue
until all positions are filled.
For questions about this application, please contact
schmidtaiscience@uchicago.edu.
Qualifications
Fellows must hold a doctoral degree in the natural sciences,
engineering, or a related field completed before the start of their
fellowship and earned no earlier than 2020.
Application Instructions
Application review for these positions will begin on November 1, 2024,
and continue until positions are filled.
The following materials are required:
- Cover letter indicating the candidate's potential mentor(s) at the
University, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermilab, or the Marine
Biological Laboratory, and briefly describing the candidate's area
of research.
- A 2-3 page (excluding references) research statement describing the
candidate's research contributions, highlighting: the significance
and potential impact of their past and planned research
contributions in the natural sciences and engineering, a proposal
for exploring AI's potential role in their research, evidence of
the candidate's preparedness for our training program, and evidence
of independence and engagement in activities (e.g., research,
seminars, coursework) that span traditional disciplinary boundaries.
- Candidate's CV, including a list of publications and other research
artifacts (e.g., publicly available software).
- Three confidential letters of recommendation.
- An additional, confidential brief letter from the prospective
mentor(s) agreeing to sponsor the applicant if they are selected.
The Schmidt program provides two years of support for Fellows, and
the mentor must commit to supporting the third year in thei letter,
contingent on the availability of funds and continued alignment of
Fellow research interests with the mentor's research.