Nominations are open for the Cornell University AI for Sustainability (AI4S) Visiting Professorship Program 2027 - inviting faculty scholars worldwide to collaborate on AI and sustainability research with the Cornell AI for Sustainability Initiative (CAISI) and contribute to the AI4S curriculum and academic community.
Formal nominations are reviewed twice yearly. The next target submission date is 15 October 2026 (also 15 April). Expressions of interest are welcome year-round.
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Quick Facts - Cornell AI4S Visiting Professorship 2027
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Cornell University AI for Sustainability (AI4S) Visiting Professorship |
| Host | Cornell AI for Sustainability Initiative (CAISI), Cornell University (Ithaca, USA) |
| Title duration | Normally held for up to 2 years (extension possible) |
| Visit length | Typically a few days; generally ≤ 2 weeks per visit (multiple short visits possible) |
| Funding | Primarily travel, accommodation, and short-visit expenses (often shared by CAISI + faculty host) |
| Who applies | Not self-apply - must be nominated by a CAISI faculty host |
| Nomination deadlines | 15 October and 15 April each year |
| Encouraged focus | Especially faculty in AI for Materials and Energy Systems |
| Official page | CAISI - AI4S Visiting Professorship |
About the Programme
Through short academic visits, the programme fosters long-term collaborations while enriching Cornell students’ education. Visiting Professors engage CAISI faculty, researchers, and students via seminars, guest lectures, and research discussions. The structure supports collaboration rather than creating a Cornell employment appointment.
Benefits
- Access to a global network at the intersection of AI and sustainability
- Engagement with CAISI’s research, education, and innovation community
- Collaboration on projects addressing major sustainability challenges
- Open to faculty at all career stages and from diverse regions
- Multiple short visits so scholars can contribute while keeping home-institution commitments
- Accompanying students may be considered as part of the collaborative plan (resources permitting)
Eligibility
- Faculty members worldwide, at all career stages
- Must be nominated by a CAISI faculty member at Cornell
- Competitive nominations typically show existing or developing engagement with CAISI (prior collaboration, joint activities, or AI4S Seminar Series participation strongly valued)
Nomination Materials
The faculty host submits the nomination form (available only to CAISI faculty). Nominations should cover, where applicable:
- Existing collaborations and past outcomes
- Proposed research collaboration
- Anticipated contributions to CAISI curriculum and academic environment
- Detailed budget plan
Prospective nominees should prepare a CV, expertise summary, past CAISI engagement (if any), collaboration outline, curriculum contributions, tentative visit timing, and a preliminary budget estimate for their Cornell host.
How to Express Interest
- You cannot apply directly. Connect with a CAISI faculty member to discuss research fit and nomination.
- Without prior CAISI ties, start with a research discussion or the AI4S Seminar Series to build host alignment.
- Hosts submit nominations for the 15 October 2026 (or 15 April) review cycle.
- Full details: sustainability.ai.cornell.edu/professorship.
Official Links
Programme overview - AI4S Visiting Professorship
Cornell AI for Sustainability Initiative (CAISI)
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FAQs - Cornell AI4S Visiting Professorship
When is the next nomination deadline?
15 October 2026 (also reviewed around 15 April each year). Expressions of interest are welcome anytime.
Can I apply myself?
No - nominations must come from a CAISI faculty host at Cornell.
How long is the visit?
Typically a few days, generally no more than two weeks at a time; the Visiting Professor title is normally held for up to two years.
What does funding cover?
Primarily travel, accommodation, and short-visit expenses - not sabbatical salary or a Cornell employment appointment.
