Eric and Wendy Schmidt Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Toronto
Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship, a program ...
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Eric and Wendy Schmidt Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Toronto

The Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Postdoctoral Fellowship, a program of Schmidt Sciences, funds postdoctoral researchers who have completed a PhD in natural sciences or engineering and wish to apply artificial intelligence to their research. The fellowship provides $85,000 CDN/year salary plus benefits and travel funding for two years, with start dates between May 1, 2027 and January 1, 2028.

Who can apply

Applicants must have completed a PhD in natural sciences or engineering (including computer science and mathematics) no earlier than January 1, 2024 (extended to January 2023 with career interruptions), secure a supervisor at the University of Toronto, and not hold another postdoctoral fellowship concurrently.

Perks & benefits

  • $11,000 CDN/year for benefits and postdoctoral levy costs
  • Modest additional funding for conference travel and research training activities

Key contacts

  • Schmidt Sciences Team

    Program Administrators

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