Institute for Humane Studies:AI and the Workforce Faculty Research Grant 2026
All Information
The AI and the Workforce Faculty Research Grant is a research funding programme supporting academic scholars investigating the long-term effects of artificial intelligence on employment, productivity, occupational change, economic opportunity and innovation. The Institute for Humane Studies particularly welcomes interdisciplinary research proposals that contribute to a better understanding of AI's impact on workers and the economy. Successful projects may produce peer-reviewed academic publications, policy white papers or publicly shareable research databases. Awards are worth up to US$20,000, with larger grants possible for exceptional projects.
Requirements checklist
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Must be an academic scholar conducting research relevant to AI and the workforce.
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Must hold a full-time faculty position at an accredited college or university, in accordance with IHS's general funding eligibility rules.
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Research should examine AI's influence on employment, productivity, occupational change, economic opportunity or innovation.
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Interdisciplinary proposals are particularly encouraged.
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Must submit a research proposal and a detailed budget explaining the intended use of the funding.
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Must demonstrate how the proposed research will contribute to scholarly understanding of the topic.
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Previous affiliation with IHS or prior funding from the organisation is not required.