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Fully funded 23 Sept 2026

PhD Student in Cancer Biology

German Cancer Research Center in the Helmholtz Association (DKFZ)

  • Berlin, Germany
  • Amulya Sreekumar

The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is one of Europe’s largest cancer research centers. “Research for a life without cancer" is the mission of our world-class scientists and all our team members. The DKFZ is a place where the brightest minds pursue bold ideas and seek answers to pioneering scientific questions through collaboration, innovation, and exploration across many disciplines. We provide a dynamic environment which empowers excellence with state-of-the-art technologies, cutting edge infrastructure, and a global scientific network. Contribute your knowledge, vision, and dedication

Fully funded 30 Sept 2026

12 Doctoral Research Positions

Friedrich Schiller University Jena (FSU)

  • Jena, Thüringen, Germany

The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is a dynamic and innovation-driven university centrally located in Germany. With a broad range of disciplines, it shapes the future through excellent research and teaching. Its scientific excellence is reflected in the profile areas Light – Life – Liberty , which provide pioneering insights and sustainable solutions for the society of tomorrow. Through close collaborations with leading research institutions, innovative companies, and renowned cultural organizations, it advances interdisciplinary developments. With around 17,000 students and approximately

Fully funded 8 Oct 2026

PhD Student in Computational Biology / Bioinformatics

German Cancer Research Center in the Helmholtz Association (DKFZ)

  • Munich (Stadt), Bayern, Germany
  • Prof. Dr. Roland Rad

The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is one of Europe’s largest cancer research centers. “Research for a life without cancer" is the mission of our world-class scientists and all our team members. The DKFZ is a place where the brightest minds pursue bold ideas and seek answers to pioneering scientific questions through collaboration, innovation, and exploration across many disciplines. We provide a dynamic environment that empowers excellence with state-of-the-art technologies, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a global scientific network. Contribute your knowledge, vision, and dedication t

Fully funded 12 Oct 2026

Doctoral researcher positions in Protease Research (m/f/d)

Dr. Susanne Elfert

  • Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany – University Medical Center Freiburg, Germany

The DFG Research Training Group (Graduiertenkolleg) 2606 ´ProthPath` offers: Doctoral researcher positions in Protease Research (m/f/d) The Research Training Group 2606 entitled Understanding Protease Functions in Cellular Pathways through Discovery and Analysis of Protease Substrates (ProtPath) is a German Research Foundation (DFG)-funded doctoral program for research concerning proteases, their substrates and their functions in biology and medicine. Biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, and proteomics are the key methodologies of our research endeavor. We have formed an excellent scientific

Fully funded 17 Oct 2026

PhD Candidate (m/f/d)

Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften – ISAS – e.V.

  • Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

The Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V. develops efficient analytical methods for health research. Thus, it contributes to the improvement of the prevention, early diagnosis, and therapy of diseases like cardiovascular diseases or cancer. Overall, the institute strives to advance precision medicine by combining knowledge from different fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, medicine, pharmacology, and physics. ISAS is a member of the Leibniz Association and is publicly funded by the Federal Republic of Germany and its federal states. In the department B

Fully funded 14 Nov 2026

Fully funded PhD positions in nanoscience

Max-Planck-Institut für Mikrostrukturphysik

  • Halle (Saale), Sachsen-Anhalt, Germany

The International Max Planck Research School for Science and Technology of Nano-Systems (IMPRS-STNS) invites outstanding Master’s graduates to apply for fully funded PhD positions at the Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg — two institutions on one campus. Fully funded PhD positions in nanoscience Our IMPRS brings together world-leading expertise in physics, materials science, and chemistry to pioneer the design and understanding of atomically engineered materials for next-generation nano-systems. We design materials at the scale of

Fully funded 1 Dec 2026

PhD Positions in Statistical Physics and Active Matter

Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization · Department of Living Matter Physics

  • Göttingen, Germany
  • Department of Living Matter Physics
  • Prof. Dr. Ramin Golestanian

The LMP department engages in a wide range of theoretical research aimed at understanding the dynamics of living systems from a physical perspective. The department is headed by Ramin Golestanian and hosts several group leaders, postdoctoral researchers, students, and visitors. The research The PhD students (m/f/d) will engage in theoretical and/or computational research in Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics and Active Matter, under the supervision of Ramin Golestanian. For more information concerning our current areas of research activity, visit our website ( https://www.ds.mpg.de/lmp) . Your

Fully funded 1 Dec 2026

Fully Financed PhD positions in Germany

MAX PLANCK Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences

  • Germany
  • Computer science

The Max Planck School of Cognition invites highly motivated and talented candidates from around the world to apply for our fully funded PhD program. The application phase for the program start in fall 2026 is now open until December 1. Become part of a visionary graduate program to kick-start your career: World class training for early-career scientists 🔬 Work with world-renowned scientists: Join a unique network of top-tier universities and research institutes across Germany, collaborating with leading experts in Cognition ⚙️ Access cutting-edge resources: Benefit from early access to state-o

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