Deadline: October 27, 2025
Are you passionate about AI governance, safety, and policy? The Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026 is now open for applications, offering a unique opportunity for researchers and professionals to work on high-impact projects that address the global risks of frontier AI systems.
This 8-week fully funded fellowship takes place in Cambridge, UK, beginning on 2 February 2026. It is designed for early-career researchers, PhD students, and professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in AI governance and technical AI safety.
About the Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026
The Cambridge ERA:AI Fellowship 2026 brings together outstanding individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute to cutting-edge research. Fellows will work under expert mentorship to explore solutions that mitigate the risks posed by rapidly advancing AI systems.
Participants can choose from three specialised tracks:
- AI Governance – focusing on policy, regulation, and global coordination in AI.
- Technical AI Governance – bridging technical research with governance applications.
- Technical AI Safety – addressing safety challenges in advanced AI systems.
Benefits of the Fellowship
Selected fellows will enjoy extensive benefits, ensuring they can focus fully on their research and professional development:
- Fully funded package including a salary equivalent to ~£34,125 per year (prorated for 8 weeks).
- Accommodation provided in Cambridge.
- Meals covered during working hours.
- Travel expenses and visa support included.
- Mentorship and guidance from leading experts in AI governance and safety.
- Desk space and access to research facilities in Cambridge.
- Professional network expansion through community events and collaborations.
- Opportunity to publish impactful research and contribute to shaping the global AI discourse.
Who Should Apply?
The fellowship is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in AI risk and governance, including:
- PhD students aiming to align their research with AI safety.
- Professionals in technical or policy fields seeking to transition into AI governance.
- Early-career researchers wanting to expand expertise in AI risk.
- Applicants with unique perspectives that can contribute to understanding the challenges of frontier AI.
Fellowship Duration
- Programme length: 8 weeks
- Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Start date: 2 February 2026
Application Details
- Deadline: 27 October 2025
- Application mode: Online via the official portal
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early to allow time for visa and travel processing.
How to Apply
Seize this opportunity to join a global network of innovators dedicated to advancing safe and responsible AI.
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