van der Schaar Lab – Fully Funded Joint PhD in AI for Bio-Science & Foundational Models (2027 Start)
The van der Schaar Lab at the University of Cambridge is currently accepting applications for a fully funded joint PhD opportunity in AI for Bio-Science, Foundational Models, Next-Generation AI Agents, and Creativity in AI. Applications for candidates seeking an October 2027 start opened in September/October 2026 and are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Who can apply
Open to candidates of diverse nationalities with a strong quantitative undergraduate degree (first-class equivalent) and preferably a master's or research experience; strong mathematical/ML background required.
- Type
- Fully funded scholarship
- Organisation
- van der Schaar Lab, University of Cambridge
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Field
- Machine Learning, AI, Medicine, Computational Biology
- Level
- PhD
- Deadline
- Rolling (apply any time)
- Pay or funding
- Fully funded PhD position covering fees and stipend for both home and international students.
Apply on the official site (opens in a new tab) → Check eligibility & prepare my CV
You'll go to vanderschaar-lab.com. Link last checked 16 October 2026. Always confirm the deadline and requirements on the official page before you apply.
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