Zuckerman Postdoctoral Scholars Program

The Zuckerman Postdoctoral Scholars Program awards 12 annual scholarships of $63,000 per year (for up to two years) to outstanding U.S. and Canadian scholars conducting postdoctoral research in STEM fields at top Israeli universities. An additional $8,400 relocation reimbursement is provided in the first year. The program fosters scientific collaboration between North America and Israel and strengthens ties between their research communities.

Open to U.S. or Canadian citizens (or those with documented permanent U.S. status) who hold or will hold a PhD from a leading U.S. or Canadian university by October 1 of the award year. Candidates must be pursuing postdoctoral research at an Israeli university.

Applicants must submit a research proposal, CV, and letters of recommendation. The program has two tracks: one for research exclusively at Israeli universities and a joint track for scholars splitting time between Israeli and North American institutions.