IMPRS-MCB PhD Program: Joint PhD Programme 3312 views

IMPRS-MCB PhD Program is conducted jointly by International Max Planck Research School for Molecular and Cellular Biology (IMPRS-MCB) of the Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics and the University of Freiburg.

Research fields:

• Immunobiology
• Epigenetics
• Cell biology
• Metabolism
• Biochemistry
• Proteomics
• Bioinformatics
• Functional Genomics

Duration: The IMPRS-MCB fellows have 3 to 4 years to obtain their degree.

Value: stipend covers the monthly living costs in Freiburg; no tuition-fees

Requirements:

• Applications are invited from excellent and highly motivated students of all nationalities with a passion for science.
• Applicant must hold outstanding academic record (GPA >80%, first or upper second class degree, top 10% of students in a given year)
• Applicant must possess practical lab experience of at least 4-6 months
• Applicant must possess excellent English language skills (TOEFL/IELTS or equivalent certificate)
• Applicants must hold an MSc/Diploma in Biology/ Biomedicine/ Biochemistry/ Bioinformatics or related subject (to be obtained latest 6 months after the application deadline).

Application procedure

• Apply online. Documents required are:
• CV
• Photo
• Essay of Research Experience and Motivation (max. 2 page)
• Essay detailing a leadership experience in your life (max. 1 page)
• Grade Transcripts of academic education (Diploma, MSc and BSc or equivalent)
• Degree Certificates (MSc/BSc/Diploma or equivalent)
• English proficiency certificate
• Results of knowledge tests (GRE, GATE or equivalent), not compulsory
• 3 references with contact details. Inform referees before entering their email addresses in the application system.