Yale’s Institute for Foundations of Data Science (FDS) is seeking applications for postdoctoral positions in Data Science. These will be generously supported postdoctoral positions, expected to last 2-3 years, for independent scholars working on the foundations of data science. FDS postdocs can select multiple mentors from among the members of the institute, and can change their mentors during their fellowship. This is an opportunity to work with leading theorists as well as domain scientists who are eager to collaborate. A list of the members may be found on our web page, fds.yale.edu.
Applying
Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a research statement. The cover letter should list Yale faculty the applicant views as potential mentors. At least one of these should be a member of the institute. Applicants should arrange for the submission of three to five letters of recommendation. Creating a public Google Scholar page and an academic webpage is strongly encouraged.
Timeline
Postdoctoral appointments typically begin in July to September, but other arrangements are possible. We will begin reviewing applications on December 15th, 2025. Applications received by then will receive full consideration.
Funding
The yearly salary for the postdoctoral fellows is $102,000. They will also be supplied with a $10,000 / year fund to cover travel and research expenses. Please submit application materials via this portal only.
Questions may be sent to FDS Managing Director Tom Keegan (thomas.keegan@yale.edu).