Applications are now open for the GovAI Research Fellowship 2026. The Centre for the Governance of AI (GovAI) is inviting applications from experienced researchers worldwide to join its two-year renewable Research Fellow position. The role is designed for researchers who want to conduct impactful research on AI governance while helping policymakers, governments, and organizations navigate the challenges of advanced artificial intelligence. Fellows may be placed in the UK or the USA. Govai can sponsor visas in the UK but only supports visa sponsorship in exceptional cases in the US.
Details About GovAI Research Fellow 2026
- Host Organization: Centre for the Governance of AI (GovAI)
- Position: Research Fellow
- Duration: 2 Years (Renewable)
- Location: UK, USA
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 16 August 2026
Financial Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and location.
- Visa Sponsorship
- Annual salary of £84,000–£103,500 (London) or $134,500–$170,000 (Washington, DC).
- Additional pay for high cost-of-living locations.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Annual budgets for wellbeing, professional development, and childcare.
- Coworking space allowance for remote employees.
- Flexible working hours.
- Extended parental leave.
- Ergonomic equipment support.
- 10% employer pension contribution.
- 33 days of paid annual leave (including public holidays).
Research Areas
Applicants may work on topics such as:
- AI Risk Management
- AI Governance
- Public Policy
- Technical AI Governance
- AI Economics
- Geopolitics of AI
- Threat Modeling
- AI Safety
- Strategic Policy Research
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should:
- Have demonstrated experience conducting high-quality research.
- Possess expertise in AI governance or a closely related discipline.
- Show strong interest in shaping the future of AI responsibly.
- Have a track record of producing impactful research.
- Be able to work independently while collaborating with other researchers.
- Be interested in mentoring junior researchers.
There are no formal degree requirements, and candidates from academic, government, industry, and civil society backgrounds are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
Research Fellows will:
- Develop independent research agendas.
- Publish policy papers, reports, and academic research.
- Advise governments and decision-makers.
- Organize workshops and research events.
- Mentor Research Scholars and seasonal fellows.
- Contribute to GovAI’s overall research strategy.
How to Apply for the GovAI Research Fellowship 2026?
Applicants must submit an online application through the official GovAI website before the deadline. The link to the official website is below.
APPLY NOW FOR THE GOVAI RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP
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