Career status

Postdocs, Experienced Scientists

Mobility

Incoming, Staying

Upcoming Call/Deadline

will be announced shortly

The Emmy Noether Program gives exceptionally qualified early career researchers the opportunity to establish and lead an independent junior research group for a period of six years, enabling them to refine their research profile, enhance their international visibility and become eligible for a professorship. 

The call is aimed at individuals from all disciplines who specialise in the field of AI method development. “Funding is available for projects that involve the development or further advancement of AI methods, including theoretical foundations, analysis and evaluation. In this context, the term AI methods is broadly understood and encompasses, but is not limited to, the following topics: machine learning, optimisation, logic and reasoning, algorithmics, data analytics and data mining, knowledge representation, knowledge-based systems, mathematical and formal foundations, statistical learning methods.” 

Applications are possible for:

• Postdocs and junior professors employed on a fixed-term basis
• 2-4 years after completing their doctorate with outstanding results (this call particularly encourages applicants to apply as early as two years after completing their doctorate)
• Significant preliminary work in the form of significant publications in internationally respected publication outlets or appropriate relevant experience based on industrial research in one of the aforementioned areas
• International research experience should be demonstrated by research visits abroad, international research collaborations or work experience in an international working environment, for example.

A new call for AI Emmy Noether Research Groups with a similar timeline is planned for 2026. If you are interested in applying in the future and are unfamiliar with the DFG as a funding organisation or the Emmy Noether Programme, we recommend attending one of the virtual information sessions in the Prospect series(interner Link), on 28 April 2025 or 18 July 2025.

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