We are searching for new graduate students to join The Salon at New York University, to start in Fall 2026. Directions of study can range from theoretical to empirical, from algorithmic statistics to deep learning, and on topics including robustness, privacy, machine unlearning, data attribution, trustworthy machine learning, AI safety, etc., depending on applicant’s interests and qualifications. Applicants ought to have strong skills and interests in mathematical problem solving (especially algorithms, statistics, and probability) and/or programming and experimental work (particularly for machine learning settings), ideally both. Please browse the group’s past publications for samples of past work, future work may be on an expanding superset of these topics and styles.
PhD applications are likely to be due in December (more details forthcoming). In the mean time, prospective applicants can signal their interest via this form. Unfortunately, due to volume, email responses should not be expected: no response (the default) should implicitly be read as “I may consider your application if you apply during the regular cycle.” A small number of candidates may be contacted for more details on their background or regarding the suitability of their application.
We will be searching for postdoctoral researchers through various NYU programs, including, e.g., Faculty Fellows, Courant Instructors, and the Provost Postdoc program. Stay tuned for links when these applications open.
We are frequently able to engage undergraduates with exceptional mathematical problem solving skills (e.g., qualified for their national team for the international math or informatics olympiads). Students at any institution with such a background are encouraged to reach out to Gautam Kamath directly by email. Undergraduate students at the group’s current institution (University of Waterloo until Fall 2026, New York University thereafter) may consider contacting him directly by email to inquire about present opportunities. Students should have strong backgrounds and skills in mathematical problem solving and/or programming, ideally both. Emails should include a CV and why you are interested in doing research with The Salon. Due to volume, replies are not guaranteed, and opportunities may vary depending on group capacity and needs as well as individual qualifications.