The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

HUJI at a Glance

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) is a global top-100 institution and Israel’s premier university. Founded by luminaries such as Albert Einstein and Sigmund Freud, we’re at the forefront of cutting-edge research, entrepreneurship, and innovation in a broad range of fields, including brain sciences, medicine, biomedicine, life sciences, mathematics (ranked 22nd worldwide) agriculture, humanities, social sciences, law, and more. 

Top-Tier Research

Dedicated to expanding the boundaries of knowledge and understanding about the world we live in, Hebrew University strives for excellence in research. Our 6 campuses house 100+ research centers, where close to 4,000 research projects are underway year-round. HUJI’s distinguished researchers are recognized by awards of international acclaim, including 8 Nobel Prizes, the Fields Medal, the Turing Medal, and the Wolf Prize. Their accomplishments are also reflected in their high number of competitive research grants and publications in prestigious international journals. 

Yissum, HUJI’s tech transfer company, boasts over 11,500 registered patents and is responsible for marketing the technology and scientific know-how generated by HUJI’s outstanding researchers and students. 

Vibrant Student Community

Our community comprises 25,000 students, 10% of which are international students from 90+ countries worldwide. While studying and conducting research at HUJI, you’ll enjoy Jerusalem’s thriving and diverse international student community and the social, spiritual and cultural exploration our timeless city offers. In addition, you’ll benefit from social and logistical support through our Office of Student Life, and access to enriching social activities and cultural excursions. 

Outstanding PhD and Postdoc Research Opportunities

At HUJI, you’ll have the option of choosing from PhD paths ranging from structured to customized degrees that offer a great deal of flexibility, and can be tailored to your own research interests and pursuits. Through supervised, hands-on research, you’ll enjoy stimulating mentorship by renowned faculty, access to state-of-the-art laboratories, and membership in a top-tier global research community. In addition, HUJI maintains partnerships with prestigious universities worldwide, facilitating joint PhD degree programs and cotutelles in an array of fields.

At Hebrew University, you’ll discover a wide range of PhD and postdoc research opportunities available year-round, across all fields of study. To explore relevant research openings, visit our Research Opportunities Database.

Robust Scholarships

Scholarship funding is available for international PhD students and postdocs through supervisor research budgets, as well as internal and external funding schemes. Students in a thesis track in the experimental sciences are entitled to full tuition scholarships and living stipends.

Join Us

At Hebrew University you’ll earn your PhD or conduct postdoc research in an environment that facilitates experiential learning and pioneering research, while living in one of the world’s most fascinating locations. What’s more, you’ll become skilled at critical inquiry and innovative thinking, and learn to navigate the professional world with confidence. Our alumni hold key positions on a global stage in academia, public service, science and industry, and the business sector. 

Ready to take the next step in your academic career? To learn more about our wide range of postgraduate degrees and research opportunities, contact us or join one of our upcoming Digital Open Days.

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