The International Max Planck Research School for Epigenetics, Biophysics and Metabolism (IMPRS-EBM) of the Max Planck Institute in Freiburg (MPI-IE) is looking for talented and motivated students with a passion for science, aspiring to work towards a doctoral degree in the fields of Epigenetics, Biophysics, Metabolism, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Functional Genomics, Bioinformatics and Proteomics.
Your qualifications
- MSc, MRes, Diploma or an equivalent degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Chemistry, Physics or related science, to be obtained latest by the start of the program in September 2025
- Practical experience in the lab working with scientific projects
- Excellent English language skills and the desire to work in a dynamic international team
We offer
The IMPRS-EBM doctoral program is organized by the MPI‑IE and the University of Freiburg. Our scientists are internationally renowned experts in their fields and you will have a chance to profit from their expertise. You will also be able to interact with high-profile international speakers hosted by our faculty and build up your scientific network by attending local and international conferences.
- Stimulating English language program in an international research environment
- Access to state-of-the-art core facilities
- Laboratory rotations to introduce you to our scientific environment
- Intensive individualized mentoring
- Structured training with a flexible curriculum to complement your project
- Good public transport connections and subsidy for job ticket
- Family-friendly offers (affiliated day care center at the institute, parent-child room, breastfeeding room)
- Fully funded PhD positions
We value and promote diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, so we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from severely disabled people. We would also like to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore expressly encourage women to apply.
Application deadline
Have we sparked your interest? You will find more information about the program and how to apply on our website.
The application deadline is 28.02.2025.
Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics
Stübeweg 51
79108 Freiburg
Germany