AI Fellow Position

The Whitehead Institute (http://wi.mit.edu/) is seeking applications from outstanding candidates working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and biology for its inaugural Whitehead AI Fellow position.

The Whitehead AI Fellow will be part of the Whitehead Fellows Program (https://wi.mit.edu/whitehead-fellows-program). Whitehead Fellows are recently graduated PhDs and MDs who possess a record of significant accomplishment, have demonstrated capacity to solve major research problems, and have proven potential for independent research. As with other Whitehead Fellows, the AI Fellow will establish an independent research group as an alternative to a traditional postdoctoral position.

In addition to dedicated space, generous funding, and access to shared technical facilities, the AI Fellow will have opportunity to engage with Institute and MIT faculty and the innovation-rich Kendall Square environment. Fellows are appointed for a three-year term with the expectation that it will be extended to five years. They do not have teaching responsibilities. Fellows are expected to develop and lead a vibrant, independent research program. For information on Whitehead Fellow alumni visit: (https://wi.mit.edu/select-past-fellows).

We welcome applicants developing or applying innovative machine learning approaches to answer biological questions. We especially encourage applications from candidates who are members of historically underrepresented communities. We are committed to providing our Fellows with a welcoming and supportive environment that emphasizes mentoring and training the next generation of scientific leaders.

Applicants should submit a CV and a two-page statement that summarizes both their previous research and their vision for the research they plan to conduct as a Fellow. In addition, three letters of reference should be submitted each through the application portal.

We will begin accepting applications on June 7, 2024. Completed applications will be considered on continued basis.

For more information email: fellowsprogram@wi.mit.edu

Whitehead Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Whitehead Institute and the Institute is committed to non-discrimination in employment.