Jewish History Fellowship
Forecasted
The Jewish History Fellowship from the Institute of Historical Research supports postdoctoral research in any area of Jewish history, providing resources, mentorship, and academic engagement for one year.
Funder: Institute of Historical Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: £25,000 for one year; stipendiary postdoctoral fellowship
Summary: One-year postdoctoral fellowship supporting research in any area of Jewish history, based at the Institute of Historical Research.
Description
The Jewish History Fellowship is a prestigious one-year postdoctoral opportunity offered by the Institute of Historical Research (IHR), designed to support scholars specializing in any aspect of Jewish history—regardless of region or period. Funded by the Wolfson Family Charitable Trust and the Dorset Foundation in memory of Harry M Weinrebe, this fellowship places scholars within a vibrant academic community at the IHR. Fellows benefit from access to the renowned Wohl Library, extensive electronic resources, and a robust program of seminars, training, and tailored workshops. The program encourages active scholarly engagement, including research presentations, academic event organization, and mentorship from experienced IHR academics.
