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Overview

Encode: AI for Science Fellowship is a year-long fellowship for AI researchers, engineers, and technical builders who want to apply AI to hard scientific problems rather than conventional software products. The program embeds fellows in leading UK labs and scientific opportunity areas, with intended translational paths that include startups, open-source projects, focused research organizations, and research-driven nonprofits.

Investment focus

The Encode Fellowship aims to accelerate scientific breakthroughs by embedding AI researchers in leading UK research labs. It focuses on addressing humanity's most pressing challenges through collaboration with world-class scientists in various fields, including neurotechnologies, climate and energy, robotics, materials science, and biological sciences.

Program details

Designed for Researchers, Builders, Founders. The program is in person. Participation is generally full time.

Who it is for

The fellowship is aimed at top AI researchers looking to work in leading UK research laboratories on pressing scientific challenges. Applicants do not need to be UK-based when they apply, but fellows must relocate to the UK for the program.

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Admissions and application

Applications for the Encode Fellowship open in February 2027. The current call-to-action is early-interest registration for Cohort 3.

Benefits

Fellows receive a competitive salary, substantial computing resources, and unique access to datasets and industry connections, along with comprehensive support services.

Timeline

The Encode Fellowship spans 12 months of full-time work embedded within leading UK research laboratories, emphasizing direct collaboration and practical contribution.

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What it pays

  • Salary: £115,000 annually
  • Benefits: Comprehensive package including pension
  • Computing Resources: Individual compute budget of £100,000 minimum
  • Support Services: Office hours, pitch deck coaching, investor introductions
  • Unique Access: Datasets, specialized tools, connections to academic and industry partners
  • Equity Terms: Pillar takes no equity from fellows' work; equity interest only exists if Pillar leads a subsequent investment.

Questions about this program

What is the duration of the fellowship?

The fellowship lasts for 12 months.

Is there any equity taken from the fellows?

No, Pillar takes no equity from fellows' work.

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