Institute for Ethics in AI Accelerator Fellowship Programme 2026

The University of Oxford is currently accepting applications for its Institute for Ethics in AI Accelerator Fellowship Programme 2026. This programme is designed for professionals and academics actively engaging with the opportunities and challenges of artificial intelligence (AI).

📖 About the Programme

The Fellowship Programme is tailored for practicing professionals and academics from any discipline who:

• Hold a continuing role within a university, not-for-profit research organization, or industry.
• Are professionally established and actively working on AI-related opportunities and challenges.

🎁 Benefits of the Fellowship

Fellows will enjoy the following benefits:

• Monthly stipend of £2,000 to support accommodation, travel, food, and living expenses.
• Access to networks and resources to support research, shape policy, and create real-world impact.
• Intellectual engagement and guidance by working alongside Oxford researchers.
• Increased visibility through participation in seminars, public discussions, and collaborative events.
• A flexible structure, allowing fellows to integrate the programme into their existing professional commitments.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

You are eligible to apply if:

• You hold a Master’s degree or have equivalent professional standing (e.g., a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a relevant field).
• Your project aligns with the Accelerator Fellowship Programme’s mission and research remit.

📝 Application Process

Step 1:

Complete the application form via this link.

Step 2:

Email the following three documents as a single PDF file (not exceeding 10MB) using the naming convention Surname_Name_Month_Year_AFP application to aiethicsafp@philosophy.ox.ac.uk with the subject title ‘AFP Fellowship Application’:

Required Documents:

1. Project Statement (one page) outlining:

   • The focus of your work.
   • Desired outcomes and specific outputs.
   • How your project aligns with the programme’s goals.
   • Potential for societal, policy, or business impact.
   • Opportunities for longer-term collaboration.
   • If applicable, include a project proposal for related costs (e.g., events, workshops, exhibitions, seminars).

2. Motivation Letter.

3. Curriculum Vitae (CV) (two pages).

Additionally, include a copy of your current passport in the same email.

📅 Application Deadline

The deadline to apply is 10 January 2026.

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the official programme page.

To apply, complete the application form here.

This is a unique opportunity to advance your work at the intersection of AI and ethics with the support of the prestigious University of Oxford’s Institute for Ethics in AI. Don't miss out!

• A monthly stipend of £2,000 to support accommodation, travel, food, and living expenses
• Access to networks and resources to support research, shape policy, and create real-world impact
• Intellectual engagement and guidance, working alongside Oxford researchers
• Increased visibility through participation in seminars, public discussions, and collaborative events
• A flexible structure, allowing fellows to integrate the programme into their existing professional commitments