SingaporeWallenberg-NTU Fellowship 2027 supports early career scientists, engineers and scholars to conduct independent research at NTU and with a WASP research partner in Sweden. The Wallenberg-NTU Fellowship aims to fund research in AI, machine learning, big data, software and security, and mobility and autonomy, selecting a diverse group of outstanding candidates.
The fellowship is supported by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and administered by Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. Fellows will work at NTU and with WASP research partner institutions in Sweden, receiving mentorship, research funding and access to WASP-funded infrastructure.
Wallenberg-NTU Fellowship Benefits
- A one-year research grant of up to SGD$100,000.
- An annual salary of up to SGD$80,000.
- Relocation allowance and generous housing grant for entire duration of Fellowship.
- Opportunity to work alongside leaders in science and engineering in the areas of artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data and data analytics, software and security, mobility and autonomy at Nanyang Technological University and leading WASP research partner institutions in Sweden.
- Generous personal development opportunities and mentorship in an established research group.
- Opportunity to work with faculty in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
- Exposure to the most dynamic and diverse global growth regions.
- An annual support package in Sweden including salary, senior supervision, travel, and other occurring costs according to the WASP standard support for postdocs in Sweden.
- Opportunity to work alongside academic leaders in science and engineering at WASP research partner institutions in Sweden.
- Access to the infrastructure in the WASP-funded research arenas and interaction with the WASP graduate students and the WASP graduate school.
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Wallenberg-NTU Fellowship Eligibility Criteria
- Within 5 years of obtaining PhD or equivalent degree
- Demonstrable intellectual excellence.
- Maturity and capacity to begin an independent research career.
- Desire and potential to develop as a future academic leader.
- Applicant is required to submit a thoughtful and realistic research proposal.
- Be available to take up the position no later than 31 December 2027.
How to Apply for Wallenberg-NTU Fellowship
- Applications for the Wallenberg-NTU Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship will be closed on 31 December 2026, 2359hr (Singapore Time, UTC+8).
- Applications must be submitted in electronic format via NTU Online Application Portal (https://apps.ntu.edu.sg/TRACS_ui/welcomepage?pgm=WPPF).
- Referees’ reports must be submitted by 7-Jan-2027.
- Prepare and attach the following supporting documents: Cover Letter; Comprehensive CV (with full publication list); Official transcript or Degree Certificate in English (PhD’s degree); Research proposal (in no more than 2 pages); Contact information of two referees (one must be your PhD Supervisor); Top 3 publications (in PDF) and any other supporting documents (scanned copy).
- Ensure referees have agreed to provide their reports before you submit your application online.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Wallenberg-NTU Fellowship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the official NTU information.
What is the Wallenberg-NTU Fellowship?
The Wallenberg-NTU Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship provides early career scientists, engineers and scholars the opportunity to conduct independent investigations at NTU and with a WASP research partner in Sweden. It targets broad multidisciplinary areas including AI, machine learning, big data, software and security, and mobility and autonomy.
Who funds the Wallenberg-NTU fellowship?
The fellowship is supported by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and endowments from The Wallenberg Foundation, and it is administered by Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore.
What benefits does the fellowship provide at NTU?
For one year at NTU the fellowship provides a one-year research grant of up to SGD$100,000, an annual salary of up to SGD$80,000, relocation allowance and a generous housing grant, development opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
What support is provided in Sweden with a WASP research group?
For one year in Sweden fellows receive an annual support package including salary, senior supervision, travel, and other occurring costs according to the WASP standard support for postdocs, access to WASP-funded infrastructure, and opportunities to interact with WASP graduate students and the WASP graduate school.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requires applicants to be within five years of obtaining their PhD or equivalent degree, demonstrate intellectual excellence, have the maturity and capacity to begin an independent research career, and show desire and potential to develop as a future academic leader. Applicants must also submit a realistic research proposal.
What is the application deadline for the 2027 call?
Applications for the Wallenberg-NTU Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship close on 31 December 2026, 2359hr Singapore Time (UTC+8). Referees’ reports must be submitted by 7 January 2027.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted electronically via the NTU Online Application Portal (link provided on the NTU page). Applicants should prepare required supporting documents including a cover letter, CV with publications, PhD transcript or degree certificate, a two-page research proposal, referees’ contact information and top three publications in PDF.
What supporting documents are required?
Applicants must attach a cover letter, comprehensive CV with full publication list, official PhD transcript or degree certificate in English, a research proposal of no more than two pages (template provided), contact information of two referees (one must be the PhD supervisor), and top three publications in PDF along with any other supporting documents.
When must successful applicants be available to start?
Applicants for the Wallenberg-NTU fellowship are required to be available to take up the position no later than 31 December 2027, as stated in the eligibility criteria on the NTU page.
Who can I contact for more information?
Contact Nanyang Technological University at 50 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639798, or email the programme at ntuppf@ntu.edu.sg for enquiries related to the Wallenberg-NTU Presidential Postdoctoral Fellowship.
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