Azrieli International Postdoctoral Fellowship
Azrieli International Postdoctoral Fellowship supports international researchers with postdoctoral research funding and professional development in Israel to advance research and scientific leadership.
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Funder: Azrieli Foundation
Due Dates: August 9, 2026 (Applications open) | November 10, 2026 (Recommendations) | November 11, 2026, 5:00 PM IST (Application) | By March 31, 2027 (Award notification)
Funding Amounts: ILS 168,000 annual stipend plus ILS 20,000 annually for research and travel; two years, with competitive third-year renewal
Summary: Supports international postdoctoral researchers across all academic disciplines at eight eligible Israeli institutions, combining research funding with professional development.
Key Information: Applicants must have no degree from an Israeli institution and secure an eligible faculty sponsor before applying.
Description
The Azrieli Foundation’s Fellows Program supports outstanding international scientists and scholars conducting postdoctoral research in Israel. The fellowship covers all academic disciplines, including STEM, humanities and social sciences, and connects early-career researchers with leading academics at eligible Israeli institutions. Selection emphasizes academic excellence, research originality and independence, the quality of the proposed research, and leadership potential.
Alongside financial support, fellows join an interdisciplinary community offering professional mentorship, leadership training, networking, community engagement and cross-cultural exchange. Personalized support and a growing alumni network complement the research experience. The program seeks researchers with intellectual curiosity beyond their own disciplines, strong communication skills, and the capacity for teamwork and scientific and societal leadership.
