OpenFieldDoctoral Research Fellowship in Responsible AI and Human-Centered Digital Systems
Four-year salaried doctoral research fellowship evaluating ethical AI architectures, algorithmic accountability, and participatory civic tech platforms in metropolitan Amsterdam.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master of Science in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or Cognitive Science with distinction.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS Academic 7.0 or native English fluency.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required for Dutch university-partnered doctoral research.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis and 2,500-word research proposal addressing algorithmic transparency or public sector AI governance.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters from HCI or computer science faculty.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded Dutch NWO research appointment: €2,770 to €3,539 monthly salary with comprehensive benefits
- Application fee
- Zero application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- 100% tuition-free doctoral position in partnership with Dutch research universities
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 31 March 2027 (Doctoral Research Selection Round)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Digital Society School documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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