Research Fellowship Program
Join the Sphinx Agent Think Tank
We appoint non-resident and senior research fellows to produce original work on AI agent architecture, governance, safety, and the intersection of autonomous systems with industry and policy.
What We Look For
- 1.A research proposal, not a resume. Fellowships are project-based. Define what you will investigate, how you will investigate it, and what deliverables you will produce.
- 2.Evidence of thought leadership. Published white papers, op-eds, conference talks, or high-impact technical writing. We hire names that bring credibility.
- 3.Builder-researcher hybrids. Sphinx Agent operates at the intersection of a research hub (.com) and a production SaaS platform (.ai). Candidates who can write about AI agents and build them are strongly preferred.
- 4.Specific deliverables. Your 12-month plan should name the white papers, case studies, or policy briefs you intend to publish through the Think Tank.
Active Research Tracks
Voice Agent UX & Ethics
Trust frameworks, disclosure protocols, and the cognitive load of voice-first AI support.
Enterprise Automation Security
Attack surfaces in agentic workflows, prompt injection defense, and multi-agent authorization models.
AI Governance & Policy
Self-regulation frameworks, liability models for autonomous agents, and international AI standards.
Agentic Architecture
Multi-model orchestration, tool-use patterns, memory systems, and agent-to-agent communication protocols.
Want to support the research behind this program?
Make an optional contribution →Review Process
- 1.Initial Review — Your Statement of Intent is evaluated for alignment with our current research roadmap. 3–5 business days.
- 2.Technical Interview — Shortlisted candidates discuss methodology and deliverables with our lead researchers.
- 3.Appointment — Final fellowship decisions are announced within 14 days of the initial interview.