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PhD & Postdoc Program

The ELLIS PhD & Postdoc Program pairs outstanding students with leading researchers across Europe in machine learning, AI and related fields, and offers international exchanges, joint supervision, and a vibrant research community.

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Unique Features of the ELLIS PhD & Postdoc Program

Dual supervision spanning 2 European countries

Choose from 3 tracks of study

1 centralised application to 50-100 institutions

Cross-sector collaboration

6-month research exchange in Europe

"I joined the ELLIS PhD Program to be part of a vibrant European research network and connect with experts across diverse fields. It has already accelerated my work through opportunities like attending the FoMo Winter School in Amsterdam, a 6-month exchange in Lisbon, and presenting at the EDS in Warsaw. ELLIS not only helped me complete impactful projects but also opened the door to exciting new ideas and collaborations."

Wafaa Mohammed

PhD Student, University of Amsterdam

Beyond the Thesis

Hear perspectives from ELLIS PhD alumni on the ELLIS PhD Program: its benefits and challenges, its impact on their careers, and their views on the future of AI research.

How to join the Program

Join as a student

Find out about the requirements, benefits and application process

Join as an advisor

ELLIS Fellows & Scholars with advising privileges may apply to be ELLIS PhD Advisors

08/08/23

ELLIS PhD Program: Call for applications 2023

Apply by November 15, 2023, to join the ELLIS PhD Program in 2024

05/06/23

New talent on board: More than 70 young scientists join the ELLIS PhD Program in 2023

The ELLIS PhD Program welcomes a new cohort of outstanding early-career researchers: Following the 2022/2023 call, more than 70 graduates will join the pan-European...

08/03/23

ELISE Mobility Program for PhD students and postdocs: Two participants share their experiences

To facilitate the mobility of junior researchers across Europe, the ELISE network runs the ELISE Mobility Program for PhD students and postdocs. It is aimed at PhD...

17/01/23

Two outstanding young researchers from France and the Netherlands receive the ELLIS PhD Award 2022

An international committee of renowned scientists has selected the winners of the ELLIS PhD Award 2022: Mathilde Caron from France and Taco Cohen from the Netherlands...

06/12/22

ELLIS PhD Program: More than 1,900 interested candidates from 81 countries in 2022

The ELLIS PhD Program is gaining popularity. Following the ongoing selection process, the most talented young researchers will be offered the chance to advance their...