Funded PhD Position

IMPRS PhD Programme – Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research, 2027 Call

Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research · Germany

Deadline

January 5, 2027 (CET)· 99 days left

Degree Level

PhD

Funding

Fully Funded

Location

On-site

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Overview

Plant sciences PhD programme at the Max Planck Institute for Plant Breeding Research in Cologne with partner universities, covering plant genetics, molecular biology and plant-microbe interactions. The 2027 call opens in autumn/winter 2026 with an applicant deadline of 5 January 2027 (23:59 CET) and referee letters by 19 January; an online selection symposium follows in spring and projects start by autumn 2027.

Eligibility

Master's degree or equivalent (4-5 years of relevant study) awarded before the project starts; strong English; international candidates welcome.

Nationality: Open to all nationalities

Funding & Benefits

PhD positions fully funded for 3 years, with possible extension.

Opportunity information is provided for convenience. Requirements and deadlines may change. Always verify the latest information from the official source before applying.