Career development and transition funding
Coefficient Giving's Career development and transition funding supports research and career-building efforts that address global catastrophic risks, with a focus on AI and biosecurity.
Funder: Coefficient Giving
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted until further notice)
Funding Amounts: No set minimum or maximum; applicants specify their needs. Standardized graduate stipends by location; other activities funded as justified in the proposal.
Summary: Supports individuals at any career stage seeking to build careers that reduce global catastrophic risks, with a focus on AI and biosecurity.
Key Information: Applications are reviewed within ~6 weeks; expedited review possible if needed.
Description
This program provides flexible funding to individuals at any stage of their career who are aiming to develop, transition into, or build careers that address global catastrophic risks—especially those related to advanced artificial intelligence and biological threats. Funding supports a wide range of career-capital-building activities such as graduate study, unpaid internships, independent study, postdocs, career transitions, and skill-building relevant to improving the long-term future. The initiative is open to diverse proposals and encourages applications from those seeking to make a significant impact on existential risks.
