Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Global Faculty Fellowship Programme

The Research and Innovation Directorate (RID) is pleased to inform the University community of a new opportunity under the Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Global Faculty Fellowship Programme, hosted by the I-X Centre for AI in Science at Imperial College London. The programme invites academic staff (faculty) with a background in science and engineering from the University of Ghana, to apply for short-term mini-visits at Imperial College London, lasting 2–6 weeks. These visits aim to strengthen global research capacity in AI-driven science and foster long-term partnerships between Imperial and partner institutions. Expertise in AI is not a prerequisite nor is a background in Computing

Award Details

Selected faculty will receive the following support:

• Subsistence Grant: £950 per week (covers accommodation, food, and local expenses)
• Travel Support: Up to £1,500 for return economy-class airfare
• Visa Support: Coverage of the UK Standard Visitor Visa fee (£127), where applicable
• Insurance: Support for travel/medical insurance
• Administrative Assistance: Support with visa documentation and ATAS clearance (for research-focused visits)

Note: The fellowship supports individual faculty members only. Dependents are not covered.

 Eligibility

• Must be a faculty member at University of Ghana
• Applicants must secure a host academic at Imperial College London, including a letter of support approved by the host’s Head of Department.
• Research visits may require ATAS clearance, depending on the nature of the work.

 What the Mini Visit Offers

• Exposure to cutting-edge AI-in-Science research
• Opportunities for networking and collaboration with Imperial’s academic community
• Support to develop joint research proposals and long-term partnerships
• Capacity strengthening for faculty from LMIC partner institutions

 Application Requirements

Applicants will be required to submit:

• A 100-word lay summary of the purpose of the visit
• A 200-word research outline (for research-focused visits)
• A letter of support from the prospective Imperial host academic
• Contact details of a support staff member at the University of Ghana

 Application Deadline: 31 January 2026 (23:59 UK Time)

 Application Link

Full details and application portal: https://www.imperial.ac.uk/ix-ai-in-science/global-faculty-fellowship-mini-visits/

RID encourages interested faculty members, especially those interested in integrating AI into their scientific research, to take advantage of this opportunity to build collaborations, enhance research skills, and strengthen international partnerships. All interested applicants are kindly requested to inform RID of their intention to apply for institutional guidance and support. Please write to rid-grantsmgt@ug.edu.gh, with jobappiah@ug.edu.gh in copy, ahead of the deadline.