About the Fellowship
MongoDB created its PhD Fellowship to support exceptional PhD candidates who want to make significant contributions to the future of computer science or related fields. The Fellowship provides an opportunity for PhD candidates of all backgrounds to conduct computer science research, connect with MongoDB engineers, and attend and present research at MongoDB events.Description
The Fellowship includes an award of up to $50,000. The award will be given to universities to be distributed to recipients.Eligibility
Applicants must be enrolled in a PhD program for the duration of the Fellowship. They must also demonstrate a strong research background, passion for computer science or related fields, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.How to Apply
To apply, please complete this and provide the following information and documents:- Your CV with links to website and publications
- Link to your advisor’s research and contact information
- Research summary including references (maximum two pages of text plus references with font no smaller than 10-point)
- Undergraduate and graduate transcripts
Application Process
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. After applicants receive confirmation that MongoDB received their application, they will get a response about whether they are selected as Fellows within 60 days.At our discretion, MongoDB may request a virtual interview to discuss the application before selecting the recipient of the Fellowship.FAQ
No, MongoDB employees are not eligible for the Fellowship.
Yes, we accept applications from all accredited institutions worldwide. Applications must be submitted in English.
MongoDB welcomes all research that is related to document databases. In addition, we welcome research in the following areas:
- Machine Learning: including application of Machine Learning to database software to improve correctness, resiliency, and performance
- Software for Multi-Cluster/Multi-Cloud management: including networking optimization tools, and connection management
- Distributed Systems: including distributed consensus, distributed transaction commit protocols, non-relational query optimization, and distributed and parallel query processing
- Performance Testing: including analysis or optimization for databases and distributed systems
- Software Engineering: including techniques to automate analysis, design, testing, or implementation of software systems
- Cryptography, Privacy and Security
- No/Low code & Developer-Data Platforms
- Computer Science Education: including technical education especially related to data science, data management, machine learning, and privacy and security
- Human Computer Interaction: including data visualization
- Energy Efficiency: including efficiency of data centers, cloud compute, or other measures which would reduce storage and compute usage for our customers
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of 5 MongoDB Distinguished Engineers, most of whom have published research and taught computer science at the graduate level.
Since we accept applications on a rolling basis, the Fellowship will begin within 90 days of applicants receiving their acceptance to the program.
Awards are taxable based on tax laws where you are a resident. Fellows will need to submit necessary tax information accepting their award. MongoDB does not advise Fellows on how to file their taxes.
All research conducted by Fellows belongs to Fellows in compliance with any university policies. Fellows are not subject to intellectual property restrictions unless they do an internship or consult seperately with MongoDB during the Fellowship.
Yes, and kudos to you for pursuing your academic education while also juggling parenthood.
Please reach out to phdfellowship@mongodb.com with questions.