FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions and answers support applicants for Kalaniyot at Cornell postdoctoral fellowships.
Please email kalaniyot@cornell.edu if you have additional questions regarding the postdoctoral program, application process, identifying a mentor, or other topics not addressed below.
Kalaniyot at Cornell
Who supports the Cornell chapter of Kalaniyot?
Kalaniyot at Cornell is a faculty-led initiative funded by generous philanthropic donations and administered through Cornell University.
How can I find out more about Kalaniyot at Cornell?
Begin with our About page. You can also reach out to kalaniyot@cornell.edu with questions.
Eligibility
I’m an Israeli about to get my PhD from a university outside of Israel. Can I apply?
Applicants must be from Israel. Preference will be given to applicants who are enrolled at or have recently received their PhD from an Israeli university. Kalaniyot at Cornell does not consider the applicant’s religion or ethnicity in the selection process.
I’m a Palestinian. Can I apply?
Yes. If you meet the eligibility requirements, you are welcome and encouraged to apply. Kalaniyot at Cornell does not consider religion or ethnicity in the selection process.
I completed my PhD more than one year ago. Am I eligible?
Yes. Graduation within a year of the application deadline is a preference, not a requirement.
At my university, PhD theses are reviewed externally, a process that can take several months before the thesis is approved. Which date do you consider for eligibility?
We understand that the process by which a PhD thesis is reviewed and approved differs among institutions. We accept either the formal PhD thesis approval date, or the date on which the thesis was submitted and the university certifies the student met all of the requirements of the PhD program—whichever date works to the candidate’s benefit.
Application Details
Is there a required format for the CV and publication list?
No, you may use any standard format.
Do my figures count against the research statement page limit?
Yes. Please include your figures within the three-page limit.
Do references count against the research statement page limit?
No, including a list of references will not be counted against the page limit of the research proposal.
Can I update my application after submission?
No. Once submitted, applications are sent to the selection committee and cannot be revised.
Can the Kalaniyot fellowship be combined with other fellowships?
Yes, as long as the other fellowship is a supplementary award or not simultaneous.
Faculty Mentors
I’d like to work with a Cornell researcher with PI status, but the individual doesn’t have a “professor” title. Is a PI eligible to support my application?
No. Only Cornell assistant professors, associate professors, and professors are eligible to serve as faculty mentors.
Can multiple candidates ask the same faculty member to support their applications?
A faculty member can support only one candidate during the application process. If several candidates contact the same faculty member, the faculty member will have to choose one candidate to sponsor.
My mentor and I are interested in a research program that is best facilitated by a remote appointment. Am I allowed to be based in a different location?
No. While we understand some amount of travel may be necessary, we require all fellows to be based primarily at Cornell's main campus in Ithaca, New York, where they can interact with the campus community.
What is the postdoctoral compensation and benefits package?
Your proposed mentor can provide this information.
U.S. Visas
Does the program support my visa application?
If you receive the postdoctoral fellowship at Cornell, Cornell's International Services team will guide you through the visa application process. We cannot guarantee that any individual applicant will secure a work visa. Learn more about Cornell's support and resources for international employees and students.
What happens if I am awarded the fellowship and can't secure a visa?
Obtaining a legal status that allows employment at Cornell is required. If you are unable to secure a visa or proper legal status for employment purposes, your fellowship offer will be deferred for up to two years from the planned start date.