Postdoctoral Fellowship at NCBS | Call for Proposals: AI in Biology
The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), in collaboration with ICTS Bangalore, is inviting applications for the Postdoctoral Fellowship in AI in Biology. This prestigious 2-year program is part of the CALIBRE initiative, aimed at training early-career researchers to bridge the gap between computational intelligence and biological discovery. This NCBS recruitment represents a unique interdisciplinary opportunity to work at the intersection of natural sciences and machine learning.
About the Institute
The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and the International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) are premier research institutions in India. This collaboration provides fellows with access to high-end wet-lab facilities alongside sophisticated theoretical and computational resources, fostering a world-class environment for an AI in Biology research path.
Call for Proposals: AI in Biology Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Fellowship Details
The AI in Biology Postdoctoral Fellowship is a premier 2-year initiative by NCBS and ICTS Bangalore aimed at researchers integrating machine learning with biological discovery. Operating under the CALIBRE mandate, this program provides a high-level platform for early-career scientists to apply computational intelligence to complex natural systems.
- Duration: 2 Years.
- Stipend: ₹1,25,000 per month (Consolidated).
- Research Grant: ₹3,00,000 per year for research expenses and international travel.
- Mandate: Fellows will work with mentors from both NCBS and ICTS, participating in teaching, workshops, and outreach.
Eligibility & Research Focus
The program seeks candidates capable of developing transformative research proposals that integrate AI to solve fundamental biological problems.
- Academic Qualification: PhD in any area of Natural Sciences
- Research Excellence: An outstanding research record and demonstrated expertise in the chosen field.
- Collaborative Mentorship: It is highly desirable for fellows to have a main advisor and a co-advisor drawn from both NCBS and ICTS.
Beyond independent research, fellows are integrated into the academic fabric of both institutes through teaching, international conferences, and interdisciplinary workshops. The NCBS recruitment committee prioritizes “transformative” proposals—projects that don’t just use AI as a tool, but fundamentally change how a specific biological question is approached.
Application Components
The application process is rigorous, requiring candidates to secure mentorship prior to the submission of the formal package.
- CV & Publications: Latest CV along with PDF versions of 1–3 first-author publications.
- Lay Summary (1 page): This is a critical document explaining why and how the AI application will be transformative for the target area of science.
- Research Proposal (3 pages): Outlining background, hypotheses, work approach, and future plans.
- Letters of Support: A letter of support from the proposed host and at least 2 reference letters must be emailed directly to [email protected].
- Closing Date: 15 February 2026.
Answering the call for the Postdoctoral Fellowship at NCBS and ICTS is a definitive step toward becoming a leader in the emerging field of AI in Biology. This NCBS recruitment provides the financial support and intellectual ecosystem required to pioneer next-generation biological research. Ensure your mentors are contacted and your research proposal is finalized by February 15, 2026.
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