For Haifa Faculty
Welcome to the Haifa Faculty Opportunities! Here, you’ll find a diverse range of resources and updates, including funding opportunities, academic programs, collaboration initiatives, and upcoming meetings and events. Stay connected to explore ways to enhance your academic journey and professional growth.
Here you can find a list of organizations supporting U.S.–Israel academic and innovation collaboration, along with international fellowships and visiting academic opportunities.
Ongoing Funding Opportunities
Support for International Research Conferences at the University of Haifa (2026/27 Academic Year)
Israel Institute Visiting Faculty Program
The Murray Galinson San Diego – Israel Initiative
The Leichtag Foundation
The Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Foundation
Fulbright Program
Call for Applications: Visiting Scholar Grants University of Cincinnati
UNC Global Partnership Awards
Erasmus+ Mobility Project 2025-2026
The Helen Diller Institute for Jewish Law and Israel Studies
MIT-Israel Seed Funds for Faculty Collaboration 2025-2026
MGSDII: Murray Galinson San Diego-Israel Initiative
Call for Scholars – KALANIYOT
Max Planck–Weizmann Postdoctoral Program 2026
Current opportunities:
Call for Proposals: Support for International Research Conferences at the University of Haifa (2026/27 Academic Year)
The Division of Global Engagement invites University of Haifa faculty members to apply for funding to support international research and academic conferences hosted at the University during the 2026/27 academic year.
Funding will be awarded to up to five conferences, with grants of up to NIS 25,000 per conference.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, a conference must:
- Take place at the University of Haifa;
- Include at least two full days of academic activities;
- Feature at least two internationally recognized speakers from abroad, who are faculty members at overseas universities or leading non-academic experts in their field;
- Demonstrate a significant scientific contribution to advancing research in Israel and internationally.
Priority will be given to conferences that:
- Foster international collaborations leading to joint Horizon Europe grant proposals;
- Have additional funding sources, including faculty or departmental matching funds.
Funding
The grant may be used only to cover:
- Airfare for invited international speakers.
- Hotel accommodation in Haifa.
The funding applies to in-person or hybrid international conferences. All expenses must be processed through the University’s SAP system and managed via the faculty or department cost center.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted jointly by the organizing faculty member and the faculty administration.
Applicants are required to:
- Complete the online application form;
- Submit a detailed conference budget by email, including:
- names of the invited international speakers;
- their home institutions;
- estimated airfare and accommodation costs;
- details of any additional funding sources.
Important Dates
- Application deadline: 17 September 2026, 11:00 AM
- Conferences must conclude no later than 30 September 2027.
- Final financial reports must be submitted by 31 October 2027.
Contacts
Budget submission and general inquiries: Tzohar1@univ.haifa.ac.il
Horizon Europe-related questions and support: Dr. Shani de la Zerda — shaskal@univ.haifa.ac.il
More information can be found here.
Visiting Scholars Programme at Center for Research and International Relations, LUMSA University
As part of its internationalization initiatives, LUMSA University (Rome) supports an international mobility program funded through University resources to foster scientific cooperation between LUMSA and universities and research centers abroad. The programme supports short-term mobility for Italian and international professors, researchers, and postdoctoral researchers, providing an opportunity to strengthen academic collaboration and develop international research partnerships.
The program aims to:
- Foster international scientific cooperation between LUMSA University and foreign universities and research centers;
- Promote academic and research mobility;
- Strengthen international research partnerships and collaboration.
Further Information is available here. You can also request it from the LUMSA Scientific Research Office.
Call for Applications: Visiting Faculty Teaching Opportunities at IMT Ghaziabad, India
IMT Ghaziabad invites faculty members from partner institutions to teach postgraduate courses in its PGDM – Dual Country Program (DCP) during Term 5 of the 2026–2027 academic year, from September 28 to December 20, 2026.
The AACSB-accredited program is jointly offered by IMT Ghaziabad and IMT Dubai, with students spending one year at each campus.
Available Courses
International Marketing
- Teaching period: 28 September – 20 December 2026
- Teaching load: 60 hours across two groups (24 sessions of 75 minutes each)
- Location: IMT Ghaziabad
- More information can be found here.
AI for Business
- Teaching period: 28 September – 20 December 2026
- Teaching load: 60 hours across two groups (24 sessions of 75 minutes each)
- Location: IMT Ghaziabad and IMT Dubai
- More information can be found here.
What is Offered
- Teaching remuneration in line with industry standards
- Sponsored round-trip flights
- Visa expenses
- Airport transfer reimbursement
- Complimentary on-campus accommodation
- Complimentary meals at the campus canteen
- Office and library access
- Access to on-campus medical facilities
How to Apply
Interested faculty members should submit a CV and cover letter, including details of relevant academic qualifications, publications, industry experience, student feedback, and other relevant information. Applicants should clearly indicate which course(s) they are interested in teaching.
Deadline: September 5, 2026
Applications should be submitted to: irc@imt.edu
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to a Zoom interview.
Opportunity for Scholars at Heidelberg University, Germany
The Research Center for International and Interdisciplinary Theology (FIIT) at Heidelberg University, Germany, invites applications for its Scholars in Residence program. The program offers six well-equipped workspaces in the center of Heidelberg and provides scholars with access to the university’s infrastructure, including the Faculty of Theology’s library, for 3-12 months. For more information, please visit the FIIT Scholars in Residence webpage.
Call for Applications: Visiting Professor for Department of Government, Dartmouth College, Academic Year 2027–28
The Department of Government at Dartmouth College invites applications for a Visiting Professor from Israel to conduct research and teach during the 2027–28 academic year. Candidates whose research and teaching focus on Israel’s domestic politics or foreign and security relations (broadly construed) are particularly encouraged to apply.
Position Details
- Appointment of 1 or 2 terms during any of Dartmouth’s four 10-week quarters
- Teaching load: one undergraduate course related to Israeli politics per term in residence
- Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience teaching a version of the proposed course
- The visiting professor will deliver a public lecture while at Dartmouth
- Candidates whose research and teaching interests enable productive engagement with Dartmouth faculty and postdoctoral fellows are especially welcome
Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to contribute to an inclusive academic environment.
Qualifications
- PhD in Political Science or a related field;
- Current research/teaching position at an Israeli university;
- Former practitioners without a doctorate but with relevant research and teaching experience may be considered;
- This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Application Materials
Please submit the following materials electronically via Interfolio:
- Cover letter (indicate preference for 1 or 2 terms, or openness to both)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., evaluations and/or syllabi)
- Statement of research plans
- One writing sample
Timeline
Review of applications will begin on September 4, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Contact
Inquiries may be directed to Prof. Jeffrey Friedman: Jeffrey.A.Friedman@dartmouth.edu
Call for Applications: Visiting Scholar Grants University of Cincinnati
UC International invites full-time faculty from its partner institutions (including the University of Haifa) to apply for short-term visits to the University of Cincinnati.
What is funded
- Economy round-trip airfare to Cincinnati;
- Accommodation for 7–10 consecutive days.
Purpose Develop or strengthen collaborative research, joint courses, or other sustainable academic partnerships with UC colleagues. A UC faculty host is required.
Eligibility Full-time faculty of all ranks from UC partner institutions. Not eligible: PhD students, adjuncts, and part-time staff.
Key Dates
- Applications open: September 1, 2026
- Deadline: October 16, 2026, 5:00 p.m. EDT
How to Apply Full details and application form: https://www.international.uc.edu/partners/collaboration.html#visiting
Contact: Karina Burke Sanchez — karina.burkelsanchez@uc.edu
Israel Institute, Visiting Faculty Program
The Visiting Faculty Program provides full financial support for Israeli scholars to spend a sabbatical year teaching about modern Israel at leading universities in the United States. This program is designed for experienced academics who wish to expand their international teaching experience while contributing to the academic study of Israel abroad. Participants receive comprehensive funding to cover their stay, allowing them to focus on teaching, research, and professional networking. This initiative is part of the Israel Institute’s mission to advance the academic study of Israel globally.
Call for Applications: PICAIS Research-in-Residence Fellowships, University of Passau
The Passau International Centre for Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies (PICAIS) at the University of Passau, Germany, invites applications for its Research-in-Residence Fellowships. The program supports internationally established researchers and promising postdoctoral scholars pursuing innovative research projects in collaboration with the University of Passau.
Fellowships support full-time research stays of 2–6 months (longer stays may be possible in exceptional cases). Funding includes accommodation and living expenses, travel and mobility costs, and a contribution to research expenses.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a doctoral degree;
- Applicants must not be current members or employees of the University of Passau;
- Applications must be supported by at least one faculty member of the University of Passau, who will act as the host;
- Researchers from all disciplines represented at the University of Passau are encouraged to apply.
Application Deadlines: May 15 and October 15 (two selection rounds are held each year).
Additional Information: find more information on the university’s website, including details of the call, the funding guidelines and the application form. Applicants may contact the PICAIS Office at picais-office@uni-passau.de for further information.
Call for applications – KALANIYOT
The Kalaniyot Foundation has opened a new Call for Applications for its Postdoctoral Fellows and Sabbatical Scholars programs, offering researchers the opportunity to conduct research at partner universities in the United States. The program supports academic collaboration, professional development, and meaningful engagement with U.S. academic communities through funded research stays.
Massada Fellowships Programme – Opportunities for Researchers and Students From Israel
The Israel & Ione Massada Fellowships Program at Worcester College, University of Oxford, supports academic exchange and research collaboration between Israel and Oxford.
The Massada Fund supports a range of opportunities, including:
- Up to five visiting academic fellowships from Israel per year, enabling Israeli scholars to undertake collaborative visits and develop research links with Oxford;
- Up to three collaborative research trips per year by Oxford fellows to Israel, supporting joint research projects and partnerships;
- The Massada Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) – a two- to three-year research position (with selection by the Massada Committee in consultation with a field-specific academic panel). The fellowship includes a salary and housing allowance;
- Up to six graduate scholarships per year;
- The Massada Annual Lecture.
The program is open to scholars and students across a broad range of academic fields and aims to foster inclusive, rigorous academic partnerships between Israeli institutions and the University of Oxford.
For further information and current opportunities, please visit the website.
For inquiries, please contact Dr Naomi Rokotnitz: naomi.rokotnitz@worc.ox.ac.uk.
Israel Institute Visiting Faculty Program
Flexible grants for Israeli faculty on sabbatical to teach courses about Israel at U.S. universities. Appointments range from four-week intensives to full semester-long courses across the social sciences and humanities.
Application deadline: November 3
Learn more and apply on the Israel Institute website.
Call for Visiting Lecturers at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (Germany) Heinrich Heine University (HHU)
Düsseldorf offers opportunities for international scholars to teach as part of its Visiting Lecturer Program under the Internationalization@Home initiative. HHU faculty members nominate visiting lecturers to deliver courses (minimum 8 hours per week) integrated into the regular
curriculum and conducted in a foreign language. Pure guest lectures are not eligible.
The program supports visits by faculty members worldwide and early-career researchers holding a PhD. Approved visits receive a lump-sum grant of up to 3,000 euros to cover travel and subsistence costs, calculated according to Erasmus and Alexander von Humboldt Foundation rates. Nominations are submitted online by HHU professors via the application portal.
Processing may take at least four weeks. For full details, please visit the HHU Visiting Lecturer Program page.