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At IMB, we explore the molecular biology of the nucleus with an overarching focus on gene regulation, epigenetics & genome stability

International PhD Programme (IPP)

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Apply to the IPP

Are you thinking about applying to the IPP? We recruit PhD students exclusively via IPP calls in summer and in winter. 

Our summer call is closed! The next winter call will open in September 2025.

  • Application deadline is on 3 April 2025 (12:00 noon CEST)
  • Pre-selected applicants will be invited to present their research online
  • Shortlisted applicants will be invited to onsite Interview Days at IMB in Mainz, which will be held 23 + 24 June 2025
  • Successful applicants will start their PhD studies between August 2025 and January 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply to the IPP you must provide the following:

  • Fully completed application form submitted before the relevant deadline
  • A Master degree or equivalent (1st Class BA Hons or BSc Hons) or anticipate receiving before enrolment
  • Full details of two referees, at least one of them should have supervised you in a research project
  • High level of both spoken and written English

How to Apply

We want to attract the brightest, most creative and ambitious students in the field of life sciences from all over the world and we receive around 500 applications each call.
During an ongoing call, you need to take the following steps to be admitted to the IPP.

Step 1: Have a look at the Projects Offered in the call you are interested in (either Molecular Mechanisms or Molecular Biomedicine). 
             You may also apply to both if you are interested in projects in both calls. 

Step 2: Apply via our online platform. (Applications are currently closed)

Step 3: After thorough evaluation of all completed applications, the best candidates will receive an invitation for the IPP Interview Days.