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Dartmouth-Kalaniyot Visiting Scholars in the Sciences

The Dartmouth-Kalaniyot Program embraces the diversity of Israel and strongly encourages applications from all communities, parts of the state, and all its academic institutions.

Program Overview

The Dartmouth-Kalaniyot Visiting Scholars in the Sciences Program supports sabbaticals and long-term visits (up to 9 months) from faculty at Israeli universities to conduct research at Dartmouth College. This program facilitates extended collaborations between established researchers and strengthens academic ties between Dartmouth and Israeli institutions.

Have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Program Benefits

  • Duration: Flexible visits from 3-9 months
  • Monthly Stipend: $3,500 per month for living expenses
  • Relocation Support: $5,000 for singles, $7,500 for families
  • Research Access: Full access to Dartmouth facilities and resources
  • Office Space: Dedicated workspace in appropriate department
  • Library Access: Complete access to Dartmouth's research libraries
  • Collaborative Opportunities: Integration with ongoing research projects

Eligibility Requirements

  • Fields Supported: Any department in the Science division of Arts and Sciences as well as EEES (Ecology, Evolution, Environment and Society), the Program in Quantitative Social Sciences, the Thayer School of Engineering, and the Geisel School of Medicine. Applicants from Environmental Sciences, Geography, Linguistics, Economics, and Government may also be eligibile, depending on their research topic; interested candidates from these areas are encouraged to reach out to us.
  • Academic Position: Current faculty member at an Israeli university
  • Research Excellence: Demonstrated research achievements and publication record
  • Institutional Affiliation: Faculty at a participating institution
  • Sabbatical Status: Approved sabbatical or research leave from home institution
  • Dartmouth Sponsor: Confirmed collaboration with Dartmouth faculty
  • Visa Status: Must be eligible for appropriate visa status to work in the US

Eligible Israeli Universities

Applicants must hold a faculty position at any VERA member institutions.

Dartmouth Faculty Sponsor Requirements

Prospective visiting scholars must secure a Dartmouth faculty sponsor who will:

  • Provide office space and access to research facilities
  • Facilitate research collaboration and mentorship
  • Support integration into the Dartmouth research community
  • Assist with administrative and logistical arrangements
  • Provide confirmation letter detailing the collaborative plan

Application Requirements

Please combine the following materials into a single PDF and email to kalaniyot.dartmouth@gmail.com:

  • Curriculum Vitae including contact details, academic affiliation(s), a list of publications, and research achievements
  • Research Proposal: 2 page research plan for the visiting period
  • Sabbatical Documentation: Approval letter from home institution
  • Letter from Dartmouth faculty sponsor confirming collaboration
  • Project Timeline: Detailed schedule of proposed activities

Application Timeline

  • Application Deadline: Rolling
  • Review Process: Applications reviewed by DKS Advisory Board
  • Notification: Decisions typically announced within 8-12 weeks
  • Visit Planning: Flexible start dates to accommodate sabbatical schedules

Selection Criteria

Visiting scholars are selected based on:

  • Research Excellence: Quality of proposed research and past achievements
  • Collaborative Potential: Strength of proposed Dartmouth-Israel collaboration
  • Academic Impact: Potential for advancing knowledge in the field
  • Professional Development: Benefit to both visiting scholar and Dartmouth community
  • Institutional Fit: Alignment with Dartmouth research priorities

Scholar Responsibilities

  • Conduct high-quality research in collaboration with Dartmouth faculty
  • Present research findings in at least one departmental seminar
  • Participate in departmental and institutional activities
  • Maintain collaborative ties with Israeli institution
  • Submit progress reports and final summary
  • Acknowledge DKS funding in all publications and presentations
  • Contribute to the broader Dartmouth-Kalaniyot community

Professional Development Opportunities

  • Access to Dartmouth's world-class research facilities
  • Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
  • Participation in conferences and workshops
  • Networking with international research community
  • Opportunity to establish long-term research partnerships
  • Access to Dartmouth's professional development resources

Housing and Living Arrangements

  • Assistance with finding appropriate housing in the Hanover area
  • Information about local schools for visiting families
  • Support with visa applications and immigration processes
  • Orientation to Dartmouth campus and local community
  • Access to healthcare and insurance information

Settling in: the Visitors Guide

Our guide to Hanover and the Upper Valley covers getting around without a car, groceries and restaurants, hikes and family activities, and practical services like banking, phones, and medical care.

Read the Visitors Guide →

Application Support

For questions about the application process or program details, please contact:

Program Administrator: kalaniyot.dartmouth@gmail.com

Faculty Leader: Dan Rockmore (William H. Neukom 1964 Professor of Computational Science, Mathematics and Computer Science)

Submission Instructions

Please combine all materials into a single PDF file and submit to kalaniyot.dartmouth@gmail.com. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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