Call for Visiting Research Fellows

Visiting Research Fellowships, 2027–2028

Join us in Tel Aviv.

We welcome exceptional scholars and PhD candidates in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and related fields to the Blavatnik ICRC.

Applications are welcome from any scientific discipline, background or perspective.

Funding

Non-stipendiary

Fellows arrange their own funding

Typical duration

2–6 months

November 2027–June 2028

Apply by

27 February 2027

What’s included
Download invitation (PDF)

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What the fellowship includes

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Research and workspace

Pursue research in digital trust, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, with dedicated workspace on campus, access to research facilities and mentorship opportunities.

Fieldwork and collaboration

Opportunities to conduct fieldwork and collaborate with researchers and industry leaders in Israel.

Library access

Comprehensive access to the University’s electronic and physical libraries.

Cyber Week and AI Week

Complimentary admission to both conferences, alongside participation in other academic and industry events.

External funding support

The Center provides administrative support to fellows seeking external funding.

Recognition

Fellows are featured on ICRC websites and communications.

Planning your stay

Visits typically last 2–6 months and take place from November 2027 to the end of June 2028.

Participation

Take an active part in collaborative research and contribute to the Center’s activities.

Residency

Live in Israel for most of the fellowship and work primarily on the TAU campus. Campus map (PDF).

Language

Excellent English communication skills are required.

Employment status

Fellowships do not establish an employer–employee relationship with any unit of Tel Aviv University.

Housing

Fellows may apply for affordable campus housing. Places are subject to availability. Explore housing options.

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The research community you’ll join

The ICRC

The Blavatnik ICRC is an independent, inclusive research center studying cybersecurity and digital trust across intelligent machines, people, processes and technology.

The Center brings together 60+ faculty researchers, has trained 250+ graduate students and has awarded 101 research grants. It hosts the annual international Cyber Week conference, held at TAU since 2011.

Established in 2014 under the leadership of Prof. Maj.-Gen. (ret.) Isaac Ben-Israel, ICRC is Israel’s first and largest cybersecurity research center. Its work spans research, outreach and advisory activities, with dozens of faculty and industry partners at leading research institutions worldwide.

Tel Aviv University

Israel’s largest and most comprehensive research university. About TAU

30,000+ students across nine faculties and 125 schools and departments. TAU facts
Computer Science: 101–125 worldwide in THE’s 2026 subject ranking. THE 2026
Ninth worldwide for undergraduate alumni founders of venture-backed startups in PitchBook’s 2026 ranking. PitchBook 2026; ranking methodology and editions

Tel Aviv

The Ramat Aviv campus is in Israel’s high-tech and cultural center. Tel Aviv’s startup ecosystem ranked fourth globally in Startup Genome’s 2026 report.

Prepare your application

Upload one PDF file smaller than 5 MB, containing all four items.

Research proposal
Set out your aims, scope, questions and methods, and how the fellowship will help. Describe planned activities, including fieldwork and potential collaborations with Israeli and other researchers and practitioners.
Outcomes and impact
Describe the academic and practical impact, intended outputs such as publications or policy reports, and your contribution to a diverse, collaborative research environment.
Full CV
Include your academic degrees, publications, and industry and policy experience. Highlight the experience that distinguishes your application.
Recommendation letter
Include a letter from a recognized academic or industry expert.

Application deadline

27 February 2027

Decision notifications

12 March 2027

Enter your preferred start date and proposed duration in the application form. If your dates are flexible, describe the dates you can accommodate in your application PDF.

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Questions about the visit? icrc@tauex.tau.ac.il

Blavatnik Interdisciplinary Cyber Research Center, Tel Aviv University

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Visits typically last 2–6 months. Plan your visit between November 2027 and the end of June 2028. If your dates are flexible, explain this in your application PDF.

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