Research

The Hebrew University ranks among the leading universities in the world and the Institute of Earth Sciences is a leader in its field. We invite you to embark with us on your unique post-doctoral journey. Advance your research career in diverse fields such as geology, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, environmental sciences, and hydrology. Experience an international collaborative atmosphere and build a professional and social network that will make your time at the institute truly unforgettable.

 

Research in Jerusalem

 

Jerusalem is located in a unique geological area, which allows easy access to the special sites, including the Dead Sea, karst caves in the Judean Hills, the Mediterranean Sea, and coral reefs in Eilat. The advanced research infrastructures at our institute will allow you to conduct research at the very highest level. In addition, additional facilities are available through our ongoing collaborations with the Israel Geological Survey, the Inter-University Institute in Eilat, the Sea and Lake Research Center and more. In addition, the living, recreation and leisure options in Jerusalem are diverse, and accommodation is available on campus (link) or in the city.

 

 

Acceptance conditions

• Holding a PhD from a recognized academic institution in the previous five years;

• A candidate who has not yet received approval for their PhD thesis will submit proof of submitting their dissertation (an essay submitted to receive their doctoral degree);

• Finding a supervisor from the institute's academic staff.

For more information about the research groups at the institute, click here.

More details about the post-doctoral admissions process can be found here.

Scholarships and Support

The Institute of Earth Sciences at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem grants a variety of postdoctoral scholarships to outstanding students and researchers from all over the world.

Additional scholarships, which are open to students and researchers from all research fields, can be found on the university's scholarship portal or through the list of scholarships specifically for postdoctoral students.

The Institute encourages the arrival of our students' families, therefore the University offers a variety of assistance activities to the families of international students, among them: the integration of families into the university community, day care centers and kindergartens, help with school registration and leisure activities. Learn more

The decision concerning where to do your post-doctoral studies is important and decisive. We are aware of this and are at your disposal with any questions that you may have throughout the entire process, in order to make the experience more pleasant and accessible.

For additional information about the program, you may contact Dr. Nathan Steiner

Additional details at the University website.