PostGenAI@Paris: Distinguished Scientific Fellowship Program on AI and Society

The PostGenAI Distinguished Fellowship Program is an integral part of the PostGenAICluster, hosted by Sorbonne University in collaboration with the Paris Institute for Advanced Study (IEA de Paris), Sciences Po, and the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF). This program is designed to attract outstanding international researchers and practitioners to contribute to the Cluster’s mission of addressing the societal dimensionsof artificial intelligence.

Background and purpose:

With PostGenAI, Sorbonne University and its partners aim to become global leaders in interdisciplinary AI research. The residency program is a cornerstone of this endeavour, fostering collaborations between eminent scientists and the vibrant research community at Sorbonne University. The program focuses on theoretical, methodological, and applied aspects of AI with a strong emphasis on its ethical, cultural, and societal impacts. It offers
splendid conditions to top scientists to come to Paris, in residence, and work on the societal aspects of AI in collaboration with our interdisciplinary PostGenAI teams. PostGenAI fellows invited by the program will participate actively in the AI Cluster’s scientific program, which integrates research, education, and innovation with the support of academic, industrial, and socio-economic partners. They are also expected to develop high-impact projects (national, European, or international) in collaboration with one or more members of the community during or at the conclusion of their residency.

Residency Details

Location: Paris Institute for Advanced Study (IEA de Paris). Fellows will have an office in this prestigious historic mansion on the river, a few minutes walk from Notre Dame, conveniently located near Sorbonne University’s AI center, SCAI, Science Po’s MediaLab and the BnF’s DataLab.

Duration: Flexible, ranging from one month to one academic year (except July and August).

Support Provided: The invitation includes travel, subsistence, housing, and an office in the Paris Institute of Advanced Study. The fellows will benefit from all the support and facilities of the IEA, including the famous cuisine of its chef. They will be integrated in the high-level interdisciplinary cohort of the IEA fellows, on top of their close link to SCAI’s friendly community.

Nomination and Selection Process

Nomination:
The nomination form is available in this link: https://forms.gle/7jMYvk77EitZgYBY7

● Nominations must come from researchers affiliated to the PostGenAI Cluster. In this iteration of the call, only one nomination per researcher affiliated to the Cluster will be accepted.
● Self-nominations are not accepted.
● Each nomination must highlight why the candidate’s work is outstanding and how they could elevate the Cluster’s research and innovation.

Evaluation:

• Nominees will be invited by the Paris IAS to submit a short proposal after being nominated.
• Applications are evaluated by a scientific committee based on the following criteria:
  • Research excellence and originality.
  • Interdisciplinary potential.
  • Capacity to contribute to the societal aspects of AI.
• Particular emphasis is placed on contributions that resonate beyond academia.

Decision and Invitation:

• Selected nominees will receive a formal invitation to join the program.
• Invitations are issued on a rolling basis to accommodate diverse schedules and project timelines.

Important Dates:

• Nomination Period start: April 8th, 2025
• Nomination Period end: June 15th, 2025
• Program Dates: September 2025-June 2030
• Application Deadline for Invited Nominees: Provided individually upon invitation.

Contact Information:

For more details about the program or nomination process, please contact:
Program Coordinator: Paulius Yamin - Paris IAS Scientific Director
Email: paulius.yamin@paris-iea.fr