You are thinking of doing your PhD in the Life Sciences and are interested in research topics like DNA damage & repair, RNA biology, or epigenetics? Or are you more excited about immunology, translational research, the hematopoietic system & ageing? The International PhD Programme (IPP) Mainz is offering talented, young scientists the chance to work on cutting edge research projects.

Coordinated by the Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) - a modern research centre located on the campus of the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany, our programme combines interesting science with a well-connected location.

More than 10 PhD positions in Molecular Biology in the International PhD Programme/Mainz, Germany

Activities and responsibilities

Are you an ambitious, young scientist looking to push the boundaries of research while interacting with colleagues from multiple disciplines and cultures? Then joining the IPP is your opportunity to give your scientific career a flying start!

Qualification profile

Requirements:

We seek enthusiastic applicants with a special interest in the following topics:

RNA Biology
DNA Repair
Epigenetics
Gene Regulation
Immunology
Translational Research

Further requirements:

Master or equivalent
Interactive personality & good command of English
2 letters of reference

We offer

What we offer:

Exciting, interdisciplinary projects in a vividly international environment, with English as our working language
Advanced training in scientific techniques and professional skills
Access to our state-of-the-art Core Facilities and their technical expertise
Fully funded positions with financing until the completion of your thesis

A lively community of more than 200 PhD students from 42 different countries

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Full-Time , Temporary

PhD Project

Updated at 03/06/2025

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