Applications are now open for the Cambridge AI Fellowship 2026 in the United Kingdom — a fully funded 8-week research programme designed for talented researchers and professionals passionate about Artificial Intelligence (AI) safety and governance.
Hosted at Cambridge University, the ERA AI Fellowship provides accommodation, meals during working hours, visa support, and full travel coverage. Fellows will also receive a pro-rated salary of £34,125 per year for the duration of the program.
🎓 Cambridge AI Fellowship Summary
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Host Country: United Kingdom
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Study Abroad Location: Cambridge, UK
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Category: Fellowship
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Eligible Countries: All Countries
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Funding Type: Fully Funded
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Benefits: £34,125 Salary (Pro-rated) | Accommodation | Meals | Visa & Travel Coverage
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Duration: 8 Weeks (Starting February 2, 2026)
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Deadline: November 3, 2025
💡 Fellowship Details
The Cambridge ERA AI Fellowship 2026 aims to support individuals researching and addressing the risks and ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence.
Fellows will work on innovative projects focused on ensuring that the development and deployment of AI systems remain safe, secure, and beneficial to humanity.
This program is open to individuals from diverse backgrounds — from early-career researchers to policy professionals — looking to deepen their expertise in AI safety and governance.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Cambridge AI Fellowship 2026, applicants must:
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Be a UK or international applicant aged 18 or older.
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Bring unique perspectives that advance understanding of AI risks.
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Be professionals seeking to transition into AI governance or safety research.
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Be early-career researchers or PhD students aligning their work with AI safety.
🎁 Fellowship Benefits
Successful fellows will receive:
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💷 Salary equivalent to £34,125 per year (pro-rated).
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🏠 Free accommodation and meals during work hours.
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✈️ Visa and travel expense coverage.
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👨🏫 Expert mentorship and research support.
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🌐 Networking and collaboration opportunities at Cambridge.
🔍 Focus Areas
1. Technical AI Safety:
Ensuring that AI systems are designed to be safe, secure, and under human control.
2. AI Governance:
Developing responsible frameworks and policies to guide global AI development.
3. Technical AI Governance (TechGov):
Using AI architectures and algorithms to ensure transparency, accountability, and policy compliance.
📝 How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the official application portal.
Note: There is no application fee required.
📅 Application Deadline
November 3, 2025
