Every year the Mandel Scholars program at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem appoints two postdoctoral fellows in the Humanities. Mandel Fellowships are intended for scholars, from Israel and abroad, who have shown exceptional excellence, depth, and originality, and whose research may enrich academic and cultural discourse.

Applications will be accepted from candidates who completed their doctoral degrees no earlier than October 1, 2016. Candidates who have not yet completed their degrees may apply if they have submitted their dissertations by September 15, 2020. If awarded the fellowship, their acceptance will be conditional upon approval of their doctoral degrees by April 1, 2021.

Mandel Scholars engage in research in optimal conditions and teach one annual course (2 hours per week). Teaching in English is possible.

Mandel Scholars will devote their time to research and are not allowed to work elsewhere, apart from teaching at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Mandel Scholars are each allotted an office in the Mandel Building on Mount Scopus, where they are required to carry out their ongoing research at least four days a week. Scholars will also engage in the Center's joint activities, approximately once a month.