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The University of Rochester’s Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GIDS-AI) invites applications for the Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellowship in AI Ethics.
This fellowship aims to advance research and teaching focused on responsible design, development, deployment, governance, and societal implications of AI systems. The Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellowship supports applied research on AI and its societal impact, informing policy and addressing real-world ethical challenges across human life.
For the purposes of this Fellowship, “AI Ethics” refers to scholarship related to artificial intelligence and addressing the responsible design, development, deployment, governance, and societal implications of artificial intelligence systems. Relevant areas may include, but are not limited to, algorithmic fairness and bias, transparency and accountability of AI systems, AI safety and alignment, privacy and data ethics, human-centered AI design, and the governance and regulation of artificial intelligence technologies.
Fellows will have the opportunity to pursue innovative research in the human-centered development and application of AI while working closely with one or more GIDS-AI faculty mentors. Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellows will receive a stipend, mentorship, teaching opportunities, and support for interdisciplinary collaboration for up to two years.
Fellows will have a teaching or instructional responsibility equivalent to one full-course assignment per year in AI Ethics, further extending the fellowship’s impact on students at the University.
Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellows will be encouraged to participate in seminars, lectures, workshops, or other scholarly activities that advance discussion of the ethical and societal implications of artificial intelligence within the University community.
Each fellow will be mentored by and collaborate closely with one or more GIDS-AI faculty members. Applicants are encouraged to review the research interests of GIDS-AI faculty listed here: https://www.hajim.rochester.edu/dsc/people/faculty/index.html. In their application materials, candidates should identify the faculty members whose research aligns with their interests and with whom they would be most interested in collaborating during the postdoctoral fellowship.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess a strong background and an established scholarly research record in at least one area of AI Ethics, as defined above, and hold a Ph.D. in a related field.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants should submit the following materials:
- A cover letter identifying one or two GIDS-AI faculty members with whom the applicant would like to work
- A curriculum vitae (CV), including a list of publications
- A research statement
- A teaching statement
- The names and contact information of two references.
COMPENSATION
Salary range (12-month salary): $70,000 to $80,000
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
LOCATION
The University of Rochester is a prestigious private R1 research university located in Rochester, New York. The Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GIDS-AI) was founded in 2015 as part of the University of Rochester’s $100 million commitment to making data science and AI its top research priority. The Institute serves as a hub for interdisciplinary data science and AI research, interdepartmental data science and AI academic programs, and collaborations with local companies. Through research and education initiatives led by GIDS-AI, the University of Rochester intends to be among the world’s leaders in data science and AI. One hundred and twenty faculty members from a variety of disciplines across the campus (representing all seven schools of the university) are affiliated with GIDS-AI. The Goergen Institute has been a leader in data science education, and recognized for being one of the first institutions to launch both undergraduate and graduate (MS) degree programs in data science.
The city of Rochester, NY is a diverse, energetic, and family-friendly community located on Lake Ontario adjacent to the Finger Lakes region with a metropolitan population of 1+ million. Rochester also boasts a thriving arts and music culture, substantial employment opportunities in various sectors, affordable housing, a rich history of social justice, and easy access to urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods.
The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education.
EOE / Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled
Questions concerning this position can be addressed to Mujdat Cetin (mujdat.cetin@rochester.edu), Director of the Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
INTRODUCTION
The University of Rochester’s Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GIDS-AI) invites applications for the Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellowship in AI Ethics.
This fellowship aims to advance research and teaching focused on responsible design, development, deployment, governance, and societal implications of AI systems. The Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellowship supports applied research on AI and its societal impact, informing policy and addressing real-world ethical challenges across human life.
For the purposes of this Fellowship, “AI Ethics” refers to scholarship related to artificial intelligence and addressing the responsible design, development, deployment, governance, and societal implications of artificial intelligence systems. Relevant areas may include, but are not limited to, algorithmic fairness and bias, transparency and accountability of AI systems, AI safety and alignment, privacy and data ethics, human-centered AI design, and the governance and regulation of artificial intelligence technologies.
Fellows will have the opportunity to pursue innovative research in the human-centered development and application of AI while working closely with one or more GIDS-AI faculty mentors. Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellows will receive a stipend, mentorship, teaching opportunities, and support for interdisciplinary collaboration for up to two years.
Fellows will have a teaching or instructional responsibility equivalent to one full-course assignment per year in AI Ethics, further extending the fellowship’s impact on students at the University.
Dalal Family Postdoctoral Fellows will be encouraged to participate in seminars, lectures, workshops, or other scholarly activities that advance discussion of the ethical and societal implications of artificial intelligence within the University community.
Each fellow will be mentored by and collaborate closely with one or more GIDS-AI faculty members. Applicants are encouraged to review the research interests of GIDS-AI faculty listed here: https://www.hajim.rochester.edu/dsc/people/faculty/index.html. In their application materials, candidates should identify the faculty members whose research aligns with their interests and with whom they would be most interested in collaborating during the postdoctoral fellowship.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess a strong background and an established scholarly research record in at least one area of AI Ethics, as defined above, and hold a Ph.D. in a related field.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Applicants should submit the following materials:
- A cover letter identifying one or two GIDS-AI faculty members with whom the applicant would like to work
- A curriculum vitae (CV), including a list of publications
- A research statement
- A teaching statement
- The names and contact information of two references.
COMPENSATION
Salary range (12-month salary): $70,000 to $80,000
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
LOCATION
The University of Rochester is a prestigious private R1 research university located in Rochester, New York. The Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (GIDS-AI) was founded in 2015 as part of the University of Rochester’s $100 million commitment to making data science and AI its top research priority. The Institute serves as a hub for interdisciplinary data science and AI research, interdepartmental data science and AI academic programs, and collaborations with local companies. Through research and education initiatives led by GIDS-AI, the University of Rochester intends to be among the world’s leaders in data science and AI. One hundred and twenty faculty members from a variety of disciplines across the campus (representing all seven schools of the university) are affiliated with GIDS-AI. The Goergen Institute has been a leader in data science education, and recognized for being one of the first institutions to launch both undergraduate and graduate (MS) degree programs in data science.
The city of Rochester, NY is a diverse, energetic, and family-friendly community located on Lake Ontario adjacent to the Finger Lakes region with a metropolitan population of 1+ million. Rochester also boasts a thriving arts and music culture, substantial employment opportunities in various sectors, affordable housing, a rich history of social justice, and easy access to urban, suburban, and rural neighborhoods.
The University of Rochester is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, and actively encourages applications from candidates from groups underrepresented in higher education.
EOE / Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Disabled
Questions concerning this position can be addressed to Mujdat Cetin (mujdat.cetin@rochester.edu), Director of the Goergen Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Review of applications will begin on July 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Family Practitioner
Verify your ECMFG-eligibility before applying
ECFMG administers J-1 sponsorship for international medical graduates entering U.S. residency programs. Confirm your medical degree is from a school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools before targeting host institutions, since ineligible credentials block sponsorship entirely.
Flag Conrad 30 waiver slots early
Many family medicine J-1 physicians qualify for a Conrad 30 waiver, which removes the two-year home residency requirement in exchange for serving an underserved area. Each state allocates only 30 slots annually, so identify your target state's program and timeline well before finishing training.
Align your training plan with ACGME standards
Your J-1 DS-2019 is tied to a formal training plan that must align with ACGME accreditation standards for family medicine residency. Gaps between your proposed curriculum and ACGME benchmarks are the most common reason ECFMG delays or denies sponsorship documentation.
Search Migrate Mate for J-1-compatible host sites
Host institutions vary widely in their experience supporting J-1 physicians through ECFMG. Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers and residency programs that have a documented track record of hosting J-1 exchange visitors in family medicine roles.
Confirm the host's accreditation status independently
ECFMG requires your host institution to hold active ACGME accreditation for the program you'll enter. Before accepting an offer, verify the program's accreditation status directly through ACGME's public database, since lapsed accreditation voids the DS-2019 before it's issued.
Negotiate a written commitment before the DS-2019 request
ECFMG cannot process your DS-2019 without a signed offer letter from the host institution. Get written confirmation of your start date, training duration, and stipend structure before your designated sponsor submits any sponsorship documentation, or processing stalls indefinitely.
Family Practitioner J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Family Practitioners entering U.S. residency?
International medical graduates training in family medicine in the United States use the J-1 Physician category, not the Intern or Trainee category. ECFMG is the sole designated sponsor authorized by the State Department to issue DS-2019 forms for this category. The program covers graduate medical education at accredited U.S. residency programs.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to J-1 physicians in family medicine?
Yes. Most J-1 Physicians are subject to the two-year home residency requirement, which means you must return to your home country for two years before changing to most other visa categories or applying for a green card. The Conrad 30 waiver is the primary route family practitioners use to remove this requirement by committing to work in a federally designated shortage area.
How does the J-1 sponsorship process for physicians differ from employer visa sponsorship?
With J-1, your visa sponsor is ECFMG, a State Department-designated organization that issues your DS-2019 and monitors your compliance. Your employer, typically a hospital or residency program, is the host institution, not the sponsor. This differs from H-1B visa, where the employer files directly with USCIS and carries all petition responsibility.
How can I find U.S. family medicine programs that host J-1 physicians?
Use Migrate Mate to search for U.S. employers and residency programs with a history of hosting J-1 exchange visitors in family medicine. Not all ACGME-accredited programs have experience working with ECFMG on J-1 documentation, so filtering for programs familiar with the sponsorship process saves significant time during the application cycle.
What happens to my J-1 status if my family medicine residency program loses ACGME accreditation?
If your host program loses ACGME accreditation mid-training, ECFMG can no longer extend your DS-2019 for that site. You would need to transfer to another accredited program and request a new sponsorship record from ECFMG. Acting quickly matters because J-1 status is tied directly to the approved training site and program listed on your DS-2019.