AI Safety Research Residency

About this opportunity

MATS Residency Applications Are Now Open! Talented researchers interested in artificial intelligence safety, alignment and catastrophic-risk reduction can now apply for the MATS Winter 2027 Residency, an international research opportunity designed to give promising individuals dedicated time, support and access to a global research community. The MATS Residency is particularly notable for applicants who may not have followed a traditional academic research pathway. A PhD is not required, and applicants do not need to hold a job with "researcher" in the title, have an extensive publication record or have previously worked in AI safety. The Winter 2027 application window opened on 25 August 2026 and closes on 31 October 2026, Anywhere on Earth (AoE). Selected residents are expected to begin in early 2027, with rolling start dates across the programme's intake arrangements.

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