The Azrieli International Postdoctoral Fellowship for Research at Israeli Universities
Azrieli Fellows Program, Israel
- Institution
- Azrieli Fellows Program
- Country
- Israel
- Position type
- Postdoc
- Salary
- ILS 168,000 per academic year
- Location
- IL
- Funding
- Fully funded position
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About this position
What do I need in order to apply?
Before applying, please review the detailed guidelines and full application instructions.
Who can apply?*
The fellowship is open to candidates who have received their PhD degree no earlier than November 1, 2023, in all countries except Israel.
Candidates currently enrolled in a PhD program may apply if they complete their dissertation defence successfully no later than June 1, 2027.
Applicants must not have received an academic degree – including undergraduate or graduate degrees – in an Israeli institution; however, former visiting and/or exchange students to Israel are eligible to apply.
Applicants who commenced a postdoctoral or an academic position in Israel prior to September 1, 2026, may not apply.
*At the time of application, candidates are required to have an academic sponsor, who is a faculty member at an eligible Israeli academic institution.
When to apply?
The online application opens August 9, 2026, and closes November 11, 2026.
When does the fellowship begin?
The starting date of the fellowship is October 2027, which is the beginning of the 2027–28 Israeli academic year. However, candidates are permitted to start their fellowship as early as June 1, 2027, or as late as February 1, 2028.
How long does the fellowship last?
The fellowship is offered for two years. Renewal for a third year will be considered favourably based on a competitive evaluation process.
How many fellowships are offered?
Up to 24 fellowships are offered per year.
When will decisions be announced?
Award notifications will be made by March 31, 2027.
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