Dr. Eric Zimmerman 🎗️
Education
Bar-Ilan University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Library and Information Science 2001-01-01 - 2008-01-01
Brooklyn College
Master of Arts (MA), Jewish/Judaic Studies 1980-01-01 - 1986-01-01
Yeshiva University
, 1979-01-01 - 1980-01-01Work Experience
European Commission
Current
European Commission
German Israeli Foundation for Scientific Research & Development (GIF)
2020-08-01 - 2025-02-01
German Israeli Foundation for Scientific Research & Development (GIF)
Reichman University
2007-01-01 - 2020-07-01
Reichman University
European Commission
1999-10-01 - 2007-01-01
European Commission
Bar-Ilan University
1993-06-01 - 2006-12-01
Bar-Ilan University
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
2004-05-01 - 2004-09-01
The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Oranit Synagogue - Heichal Moshe
2002-09-01 - 2004-09-01
Oranit Synagogue - Heichal Moshe
EARMA
2003-01-01 - 2004-01-01
EARMA
World Zionist Organization
1983-01-01 - 1988-11-01
World Zionist Organization
World Bnei Akiva
1978-01-01 - 1988-01-01
World Bnei Akiva
Skills
Summary
I’m a seasoned executive in **research management, science diplomacy, and global academic collaboration**, with over three decades of experience leading institutions that sit at the nexus of knowledge, policy, and international engagement. Most recently, I served as **CEO—and functionally also as COO—of the German-Israeli Foundation for Scientific Research and Development (GIF)**, overseeing a €204 million endowment and advancing scientific partnerships between Germany and Israel. I led the organization’s strategic vision, operational management, funding programs, and engagement with governments, universities, and researchers worldwide. Previously, I held senior positions at **Reichman University** and **Bar-Ilan University**, where I built global research capacity, secured major funding, and strengthened institutional partnerships. Across all roles, I’ve focused on **bridging academia and policy**, developing high-impact programs, and mentoring emerging leaders. 🔹 **Core Expertise**: • Executive leadership & institutional strategy • Research funding & proposal development • Science diplomacy & cross-border collaboration • Operational management & governance • Strategic partnerships & stakeholder engagement • Process improvement & team development I’m passionate about building bridges—between people, sectors, and ideas—and committed to ethical, purpose-driven leadership. I bring a global mindset, sharp strategic focus, and a steady hand in complex environments. 💬 Open to new leadership roles, consulting opportunities, and part-time relocation where I can contribute meaningfully to innovation, education, and impact.
