Upcoming PhD Positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life in Summer 2026

Next application round starts in August 2026. Stay tuned!

The International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life (IMPRS-ML) will have an open call for fully funded PhD student positions in the areas of biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, cell biology, systems biology, and computational biology. 

OUR COMMUNITY

IMPRS-ML brings together two renowned Max Planck Institutes, the Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry (MPIB) and the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence (MPI-BI), as well as two leading partner universities, the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) and the Technische Universität München (TUM), to deliver first-class training for the world’s most promising young scientists. Our graduate school comprises more than 250 PhD students from 40+ countries as well as 38 distinguished and internationally recognised faculty members.

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OUR OFFERING

• A structured PhD program created by Munich-based Max Planck Institutes and Universities with English as the main language
• Individual supervision and mentoring by world-leading scientists
• Paid PhD positions and full funding for international and German students, with no tuition fees and additional funding for scientific training
• An individual career development program, a wide range of methodology courses and soft skills workshops
• Administrative support and guidance for national and international students
• Excellent career opportunities in a thriving international research community

CURRICULUM AND TRAINING

IMPRS-ML offers high-level scientific training in a dynamic and international research environment with state-of-the-art facilities to doctoral researchers aiming for successful careers in science. Our comprehensive curriculum allows our students to tailor their learning to their interests, requiring them to earn 25 ECTS through various activities. This flexible approach enhances their learning opportunities.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Applicants should hold an MSc (or equivalent degree) with a strong background in biological sciences, biochemistry, biophysics, biotechnology or a related discipline.
• Outstanding applicants with a 4-years BSc hons (or equivalent degree) may be eligible to apply depending on the degree awarding country.

For more information regarding the eligibility criteria, requirements and online application process, please visit our website: https://imprs-ml.mpg.de.

IMPORTANT LINKS

Research groups https://imprs-ml.mpg.de/4989/Research-Groups

FAQs https://imprs-ml.mpg.de/5147/FAQ

Study in Germany https://imprs-ml.mpg.de/5169/Studying-in-Germany