Max Planck PhD Scholarships: Join World-Leading Research Institutes

International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) PhD: Shaping the Future of Science

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Overview of International Max Planck Research School PhD
Benefits of International Max Planck Research School PhD
Eligibility Criteria
Application Process and Important Dates

The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) offers a unique opportunity for talented, highly motivated students to pursue a PhD in one of the world’s leading research institutions. The IMPRS, affiliated with the prestigious Max Planck Institutes in Germany, provides an exceptional platform for students to undertake groundbreaking research in various scientific disciplines. With an emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches, innovative thinking, and international collaboration, the IMPRS is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in science and research.

Benefits

International Max Planck Research School PhD Scholarship provide the recipient with the following benefits:

The IMPRS-CellDevoSys guarantees full financial support for the entire duration of your PhD work, i.e, up to 4 years. PhD projects in the IMPRS cannot extend beyond 4 years.
Financial support is granted via an employment contract according to 65% TvoD E13 (German tariff for employees in civil service).
Health insurance, pension contribution, and other social benefits are included in the contract. The net take-home pay for PhD students (after taxes and deductions) is a minimum of 1,700 Euro per month.

Eligibility Criteria

Required Language: English.
We recommend including TOEFL or IELTS results with your application if available.
Eligible Countries: All World Countries
Admission is based solely on prior scientific qualifications and future potential. This ensures the recruitment of only the highest qualified candidates in a fair and transparent manner.
You must hold a university degree or have a scheduled graduation date before starting your thesis work.
Distinctive proficiency in textbook scientific knowledge is essential. Enthusiasm and collegiality are also vital.
Applicants must hold, or anticipate receiving, a Master’s Degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or Engineering before taking up PhD thesis work. Applicants holding an excellent BSc degree are also welcome to apply, given that independent research and a written thesis is part of the curriculum.
As English is the working language of the program, applicants should demonstrate a high level of spoken and written English proficiency. We recommend including TOEFL or IELTS results with your application if available.
Candidates previously affiliated with an IMPRS group for more than 3 months are considered “internal candidates”. In general, internal candidates are eligible for admission. They may join a research group for PhD thesis work if the previous affiliation with this group did not exceed 12 months.
Internal candidates must demonstrate outstanding performance and the highest potential in order to be invited for interviews.

Application Process

Acquaint yourself with our research and featured open positions
Make sure that you qualify and are passionate about doing research with us
Ask 2 referees to support your application
Complete the application form
Submit once your referees have contributed their recommendation

Important Dates

Deadline: Applications are accepted at any time

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply