AIAR: Long-term Fellowships- Seymour Gitin Distinguished Professorship Grant

AIAR: Long-term Fellowships- Seymour Gitin Distinguished Professorship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: W F Albright Institute Of Archaeological Research
Amount: US $21,500
Last Updated: December 04, 2025

Summary

The AIAR offers the Seymour Gitin Distinguished Professorship, a prestigious fellowship for senior scholars in Near Eastern studies. This four-month program provides a $20,000 stipend, along with accommodation and half-board in Jerusalem. Ideal candidates are internationally recognized scholars who engage in significant research across various disciplines related to the Near East. The fellowship promotes scholarly diversity and encourages research that connects contemporary perspectives with the pre-modern past.

Overview

Albright Institute of Archaeological Research (AIAR) The W.F. Albright Institute of Archaeological Research in Jerusalem supports and facilitates research on the history and societies of the Near East from prehistory through the twenty-first century. Albright scholars document and preserve material and textual evidence as cultural resources and educate the public about the history and cultures of the region. The Albright Institute pursues these multidisciplinary goals by promoting archaeological and historical research and excavation, sponsoring doctoral and post-doctoral research fellowships, and including students and the public in our lecture and research programs. The Albright is committed to diversity in its scholarly community and outreach. AIAR Fellowships & Awards The Albright is committed to engaging the next generation of researchers through its fellowships. Fellowship terms vary from one to up to 6 months and come with a stipend that is used in part for room/board at the Albright. Applications are open to students and scholars in Near Eastern studies from prehistory through the twenty-first century, including the fields of archaeology, assyriology, anthropology, biblical studies, art history, epigraphy, historical geography, literature, and religion. We also encourage applications from scholars and graduate students in related disciplines, including museum studies, cultural heritage, and preservation, pursuing projects that focus on contemporary engagement with the pre-modern past. The research period should be continuous, without frequent trips outside the country. Residence at the Albright is required, and no exceptions can be made. The option to accommodate dependents is subject to space available at the Albright. All awards are subject to the availability of funds. In certain cases, funding is not guaranteed until September of the fellowship year. The Albright does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. Seymour Gitin Distinguished Professorship $20,000 award for 4 months (two awards available). Room and half-board at the Institute is $1,500 per month and the remainder is stipend.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Open to internationally-recognized senior scholars of all nationalities that have made significant contributions to their field of study. Residency at the Institute in Jerusalem is required and no exceptions can be granted.