Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellowship at Weizmann Institute for Science
Forecasted
Fulbright Postdoctoral Fellowship at Weizmann Institute for Science supports U.S. postdoctoral scholars’ research in Israel to advance scientific work and strengthen international understanding.
Funder: Fulbright Scholar Program
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Application) | September 2027 (Recommendations) | September 2027 (Invitation letter)
Funding Amounts: $47,500 per academic year ($95,000 for two years), with 10- or 20-month awards and additional benefits
Summary: Supports U.S. postdoctoral scholars conducting research at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel while advancing international understanding.
Key Information: Fellows must arrange their own Weizmann affiliation and hold official postdoctoral fellow status with campus-resource access.
Description
Administered by Fulbright Israel through the Fulbright Scholar Program, this fellowship supports innovative U.S. postdoctoral scholars conducting research at the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel. Projects may be chosen by applicants or designated by the host institution. Research must fit a discipline offered at Weizmann, including biochemistry, biology, chemistry, mathematics and computer sciences, physics, science teaching, and scientific archaeology.
The fellowship combines scientific research with Fulbright’s mission of strengthening relationships between people in the United States and other nations. Alongside their research, fellows may be asked to give public talks, mentor students, and engage with the host community. Fulbright Israel also offers cultural and academic events that connect the research experience with broader international exchange.
