The University of Michigan is offering a fully funded research scholarship for graduate assistant roles in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Monitoring.
This program provides 5 years of full financial support covering tuition, a $41,308 annual stipend, and comprehensive health insurance.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: USA
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | $41,308 Annual Stipend | Health Insurance
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 1, 2025
Scholarship Details
Dr. Lauren Gillespie’s new laboratory at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, is currently recruiting PhD students for Fall 2026 under a fully funded PhD program. The lab is based in the School for Environment and Sustainability and focuses on developing AI-driven methods for monitoring ecosystems at scale in the Anthropocene.
This research is highly interdisciplinary, combining AI methods development, field-based ecological monitoring, and conservation decision-making. The work aims to explore the impacts of environmental change on species and improve predictive ecological modeling for better conservation outcomes.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
- Possess an interdisciplinary background in computer science, ecology, environmental science, data science, or GIS.
- Show intellectual curiosity and potential for independent growth.
- Previous research experience is desirable but not mandatory.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- 5 years of full funding for the PhD program.
- A stipend of approximately $3,442.38 per month ($41,308 annually).
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Access to one of the strongest PhD compensation packages in the United States.
How to Apply
To apply:
- Click HERE to access the program’s webpage.
- Complete the Google Form to express your interest in joining the lab.
- Application review begins in October 2025 and continues on a rolling basis.
- Submit your official SEAS PhD application by December 1, 2025 for Fall 2026 enrollment.
- For additional inquiries, applicants may contact Dr. Gillespie at [email protected].
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