Singapore NTU AI-for-X Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025 (Fully Funded)
Are you an early-career researcher passionate about applying Artificial Intelligence (AI) to scientific discovery? The NTU AI-for-X Postdoctoral Fellowship (AI4X-PDF) 2025, jointly supported by Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore and the Singapore National Research Foundation (NRF), offers a prestigious and fully funded opportunity to accelerate breakthroughs in STEM disciplines including Medicine.
This program aims to cultivate the next generation of global research leaders working at the intersection of AI and STEM, strengthening Singapore’s AI-for-Science ecosystem.
Degree Level
- Postdoctoral Fellowship
Available Subjects
Applicants must hold a PhD in STEM disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Science
- Technology
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- Medicine and Life Sciences
Benefits
- Up to 4 years of funding
- Competitive remuneration and benefits
- SGD 250,000 research grant (with continued support after transition to tenure-track or equivalent roles)
- Access to NTU’s AI platforms and computing infrastructure
- Structured AI training and interdisciplinary mentorship from world-class NTU faculty
- Vital coaching on university-level teaching to support academic career progression
- Collaboration and networking opportunities across global AI and STEM ecosystems
Eligible Nationalities
- Open to international applicants from all countries.
- Candidates from diverse research and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the NTU AI-for-X Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025, applicants must:
- Hold a PhD (or equivalent) conferred in 2022 or later in a STEM discipline.
- Demonstrate a strong academic and research track record.
- Submit a research proposal that clearly integrates AI to solve scientific problems.
- Identify an NTU faculty member as Project Mentor.
- Be available to commence fellowship by 31 March 2026.
Application Procedure
Applicants must submit their application online via NTU’s Application Portal by 31 October 2025 (23:59 SGT, UTC+8).
Required Documents:
- Cover letter
- Comprehensive CV (with Scopus Author ID & publication list)
- Official PhD transcript/certificate (English version)
- Research proposal (max 2 pages)
- Top 3 publications in PDF
- Letter of support from NTU Project Mentor (attached with proposal)
- Contact details of 2 referees (including PhD supervisor)
- Any additional supporting documents (if applicable)
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
- Fellowship Start Date: By 31 March 2026
Published on: 27 Aug 2025