Job Code: 8893Job Offer from August 17, 2023
The International Max Planck Research School for Translational Psychiatry (IMPRS-TP) offers fully funded PhD positions in molecular, cellular, and systemic neuroscience and psychiatric research to outstanding students. During the course of their studies, students are exposed to a wide range of scientific questions and methods covering molecular medicine, neuroscience, and clinical psychiatry. Methods range from molecular genetics in animal models to neuroimaging and computational approaches.
Apply now for our fully funded PhD program that blends research excellence with clinical insights, and offers exceptional training and support for curious and brilliant young scientists and medical doctors. There are no tuition fees for this PhD program.
We are currently seeking PhD students (m/f/d) in Neuroscience and Translational Psychiatry (Code: 8893).
IMPRS-TP is a joint initiative of leading scientists from the Max Planck Institutes of Psychiatry (MPI-P) and Biological Intelligence (MPI-BI), Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität (LMU), Munich, Helmholtz Center Munich, University of Augsburg and Technical University of Munich (TUM). Further collaborations have been established with the Munich Medical Research School (MMRS), the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences (GSN), the IMPRS-Biological Intelligence (IMPRS-BI), Germany, and King’s College London, UK.
Our requirements
We welcome applications from highly motivated students from all countries, who
- hold/expect to hold a Master of Science (or an equivalent degree) in a relevant field
- or hold/expect to hold a Medical Degree. Applications from trainee medical doctors with laboratory experience are particularly encouraged
- have a high degree of motivation to work in the field of neuroscience and/or translational psychiatry
What we offer
- Fully funded PhD positions for at least 3 years
- Financial support for course and conference travel
- Structured curriculum: Core Courses | Lecture Series + networking opportunities with renowned international and local researchers | Methods Workshops | Transferable Skills
- Excellent projects, interdisciplinary collaborations and cutting-edge research facilities
- Research project guidance and support by means of a Thesis Advisory Committee (TAC)
- Administrative support through our Coordination and International Offices.
- An international and inclusive working environment
Your Application
We hope to have sparked your interest and look forward to receive your online application in English via https://applications.imprs-tp.mpg.de. On the online application portal, you will be required to provide the following:
- a complete CV and your contact details
- two brief essays – one describing your previous research experience, and the other describing the motivation and reasons for your particular interest in the IMPRS-TP program
- academic records (in English/German or translated into either one of these languages). If you are submitting a translated document, please also provide a copy of the original document. For the online application stage, non-certified translations are sufficient.
- at least two relevant references
Kindly be informed that IMPRS-TP can only accept applications submitted online via our application portal, postal mail or e-mail won‘t be considered.
Your Deadlines
We look forward to your application no later than October 31st, 2023.
Reference letters from your referees must be received until November 7, 2023.
Applicants with dissabilities with equal qualifications will be given preferential treatment. Women are especially encouraged to apply. The Max Planck Society strives for diversity, equity and inclusion. We explicitly encourage members of under-represented groups/nationalities/genders to apply.
IMPRS-TP Program Coordinator: Ms. Dr. Janhvi Jaiswal
Please visit our homepage for further information: www.psych.mpg.de
We look forward to your Online-Application.