International PhD Program in Microbiology

We are excited to invite applicants with a strong interest in interdisciplinary research in modern microbiology to apply for fully funded PhD positions at the International Max Planck Research School Principles of Microbial Life.

Applicants should hold an MSc degree or equivalent in biology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, bioinformatics, chemistry, chemical biology, physics, biophysics, or another relevant field.

The International Max Planck Research School Principles of Microbial Life is a joint initiative of the University of Marburg, the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, and the Center for Synthetic Microbiology. More than 30 research group leaders participate in the program and cover research in

• Cellular organization and architecture
• Microbial communities and host-microbe interactions
• Natural products and chemical biology
• Physical biology
• Physiology and metabolism
• Signal transduction and information processing
• Systems and synthetic biology

We offer:

• A research project in a vibrant, international research community
• Mentoring by world-class scientists through a thesis advisory committee
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
• Structured interdisciplinary training program, which includes lectures, seminars, scientific and transferable skill workshops, attendance to retreats and conferences
• Salary based on the Collective Agreement for the Public Service in Germany (TVöD), which includes health and social insurance coverage
• Assistance service for international researchers

Deadline for applying is January 31, 2025. Apply directly via the online application system.

Accepted candidates can start their PhD projects already in summer of 2025. The PhD program starts in October 2025.

For more information about the International Max Planck Research School Principles of Microbial Life, please visit our website.

Contact:

IMPRS Office
Email: imprs@mpi-marburg.mpg.de
Web: http://www.imprs-marburg.mpg.de
X (Twitter): @IMPRS_Mic

Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology
Karl-von-Frisch-Str. 10
35043 Marburg, Germany
Phone: +49 6421 178-905