Fully Funded PhD Positions in Neuroscience and Translational Psychiatry

EMPLOYER: International Max Planck Research School for Translational Psychiatry (IMPRS-TP)

LOCATION: Munich, Germany

TYPE: Fully Funded PhD (3+ years) with Residency/PhD track for medical doctors

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 31, 2026

START DATE: 2027

REQUIREMENTS:
- Hold or expect to hold Master of Science in relevant field OR Medical Degree
- High degree of motivation to work in neuroscience and/or translational psychiatry
- Applications from trainee medical doctors with laboratory experience particularly encouraged
- Open to highly motivated students from all countries

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
PhD positions in molecular, cellular, and systemic neuroscience and psychiatric research. Methods range from molecular genetics in animal models to neuroimaging and computational approaches. Unique integrated Residency/PhD program in psychiatry for exceptional medical doctors.

WHAT IS OFFERED:
- Fully funded PhD for at least 3 years
- No tuition fees
- Financial support for course and conference travel
- Structured curriculum: Core Courses, Lecture Series, Methods Workshops, Transferable Skills
- Networking with renowned international and local researchers
- Cutting-edge research facilities
- Thesis Advisory Committee guidance
- Administrative support
- International and inclusive working environment

COLLABORATORS: Max Planck Institutes of Psychiatry and Biological Intelligence, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat Munich, Helmholtz Center Munich, University of Augsburg, Technical University of Munich, Kings College London.

APPLY: https://applications.imprs-tp.mpg.de

NOTE: Applications only accepted through online application tool. Not by postal mail or email. Reference letters due by November 7, 2026.