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24 PhD jobs in Germany

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German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)

Heidelberg, Germany

PhD Positions in Cancer Research

Are you looking for excellent research opportunities for your PhD studies at the forefront of cancer research? The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) with its core site in Heidelberg invites international students holding a Master’s degree in (m...

Published 2 years ago

Closing on: 2025-12-15 (Europe/Berlin)

Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics

Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

Upcoming fully-funded Doctoral Positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Epigenetics, Biophysics and Metabolism (IMPRS-EBM)

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up during the Fall 2025. Stay tuned!The International Max Planck Res...

Published 4 months ago

International Max Planck Research School – Biological Intelligence (IMPRS-BI)

Martinsried, Germany

Upcoming doctoral (PhD) positions at the International Max Planck Research School - Biological Intelligence

Fully-funded PhD positions in behavior, neurobiology, ecology, and genetics. Join a vibrant research community in Munich. Open to graduates worldwide. Visit our website for details.

Published 7 months ago

Closing on: 2025-08-08 (Europe/Berlin)

European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)

Heidelberg, Germany

Upcoming Fully Funded PhD Positions in Life Sciences

Thanks to everyone who submitted their application! The application deadline has now passed, and the selection process started. More information about the next rounds of application will come during August 2025 and January 2026.Would you like to c...

Published 3 months ago

Closing on: 2026-01-26 (Europe/Berlin)

CS@max planck: The Max Planck Graduate Center for Computer and Information Science

Saarbrücken, Germany

Max Planck doctoral positions in computer and information science

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up during the Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!OverviewCS@max planck is a hig...

Published 6 months ago

Closing on: 2025-09-15 (Europe/Berlin)

University of Cologne

Cologne, Germany

Doctoral position in Astrophysics (f/m/x) Wiss2506-18 | Institute of Physics I | observational astronomy group of Prof Arshia M. Jacob

Investigate protostellar chemistry using submm telescopes and chemical models. Requires physics/astronomy background, Python skills, and scientific writing. Part-time, fixed term until 2027.

Published 2 days ago

Closing on: 2025-07-25 (Europe/Berlin)

Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research

Stuttgart, Germany

Fully funded PhD positions (doctoral researcher) at Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (f/m/d)

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up during this Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!Are you interested in working...

Published 6 months ago

MQV & IMPRS Quantum Education Program

Munich, Germany

Upcoming PhD Positions MQV & Max Planck IMPRS Doctoral Fellowships in Quantum Science and Technology: Fall 2025 Open Call

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up later in January and the Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!The Internationa...

Published 5 months ago

Closing on: 2025-10-14 (Europe/Berlin)

Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research

Stuttgart, Germany

Upcoming PhD Positions in Condensed Matter Science

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up later in January and the Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!There are two ap...

Published 8 months ago

Closing in: 6 days

Cologne Graduate School of Ageing Research (CGA)

Cologne, Germany

Upcoming PhD positions at the CGA

Up to 12 PhD positions in ageing research. Requires MSc in relevant fields, strong English skills, and motivation. Offers 3-year contracts, career mentoring, and international support.

Published 18 hours ago

Closing on: 2025-08-11 (Europe/Berlin)

Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU)

Erlangen, Germany

PhD position in Sensory Neurotechnology

Join the Reichenbach lab at FAU for a PhD in Sensory Neurotechnology. Develop EEG hyperscanning and AI algorithms to enhance speech comprehension and hearing aids. Apply with CV and motivation letter.

Published 2 weeks ago

Closing on: 2025-07-18 (Europe/Berlin)

Ilmenau University of Technology

Ilmenau, Germany

Research Assistant (f/m/d)

Conduct courses, assist exams, and research in finance. Requires a Master's in economics, English/German skills, and programming knowledge. Offers flexible work, training, and pension benefits.

Published 1 day ago

Closing on: 2025-08-10 (Europe/Berlin)

Research assistant

University of Strasbourg

15 PhD (Doctoral Candidate) positions in Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network (DN) Monalisa – Artificial Molecular Machines

Join the MonaLisa project for a PhD in artificial molecular machines. Receive mentoring from top researchers, including Nobel Laureates, and gain skills in academia and entrepreneurship.

Published 1 month ago

Cologne Graduate School of Ageing Research (CGA)

Cologne, Germany

Upcoming PhD positions at the CGA

Up to 12 PhD positions in ageing research. Join a leading research cluster in Cologne, Germany. Open to M.Sc. holders in relevant fields. Program in English with excellent training and support.

Published 1 week ago

German Institute of Human Nutrition (DIfE)

Nuthetal, Germany

Doctoral Student (m/f/div)

Join a project on circadian rhythms and nutrition. Requires MSc in relevant field, experience in human studies, cell culture, and bioinformatics.

Published 16 hours ago

Closing on: 2025-07-31 (Europe/Berlin)

University of Cologne

Cologne, Germany

PhD position (f/m/x) in Experimental Physics - Control and dynamics of quantum materials Wiss2505-11 | Institute of Physics II | CRC 1238 | Group Professor Thomas Lorenz

PhD in Experimental Physics focusing on quantum materials. Requires a Master's in physics, knowledge of solid state physics, and interest in low-temp experiments. Offers flexible hours and remote work

Published 1 month ago

Closing on: 2026-06-16 (Europe/Berlin)

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

Munich, Germany

Fully funded PhD Positions in Neuroscience and Translational Psychiatry, with a Residency/PhD track for medical doctors

Fully funded PhD Positions in Neuroscience and Translational Psychiatry, with a Residency/PhD track for medical doctorsWant to dive into molecular and neural complexities, collaborate across disciplines, and accelerate novel breakthroughs in neuro...

Published 5 months ago

Closing on: 2025-10-31 (Europe/Berlin)

International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life (IMPRS-ML)

Munich, Germany

Upcoming PhD Positions at the International Max Planck Research School for Molecules of Life in Summer 2025

Fully funded PhD positions in biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, and more. Structured program, individual supervision, career development, and no tuition fees. Apply with MSc or 4-year BSc.

Published 2 days ago

Closing on: 2025-08-24 (Europe/Berlin)

IMPRS for Molecular Organ Biology

Bad Nauheim, Germany

Upcoming PhD positions at the IMPRS for Molecular Organ Biology in Autumn 2025

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up during this Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!PhD Studies in the Heart of E...

Published 5 months ago

Closing on: 2025-11-06 (Europe/Berlin)

Eucor - The European Campus

Gen-Q: Call for 51 doctoral positions in Quantum Sciences and Technology

51 doctoral positions in Quantum Sciences and Technology with an international, interdisciplinary focus. Projects last 48 months at partner institutions across Europe.

Published 12 hours ago

Closing on: 2025-08-31 (Europe/Paris)

Max Planck Institute for Dynamics of Complex Technical Systems

Magdeburg, Germany

Upcoming PhD positions in Process Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry and Systems Biology

Thanks to all the academics who submitted their application!The application deadline has passed and the selection process started. More information for the new call-out will come up during the Autumn 2025. Stay tuned!Be a part of this transformati...

Published 4 months ago

FH Münster

Münster, Germany

2 PhD Students in the Field of Adaptive Optics

Join our team to research novel actuators and deformable mirrors using single-crystal piezoelectric actuators. Requires optics background and MATLAB/Python skills. Enjoy hands-on lab work.

Published 1 week ago

University of Cologne

Cologne, Germany

Research Assistant (f/m/x) Wiss2506-04 | Academy for European Human Rights Protection | Faculty of Law

Doctoral position in European and international human rights law. Requires excellent law degree, English proficiency, and research interest. Offers flexible hours, remote work, and training opportunit

Published 3 weeks ago

Closing in: 4 days

Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY)

Hamburg, Germany

PhD Position in Laser Plasma Acceleration

Join our team to design and execute laser plasma acceleration experiments. Requires a Master's in physics/engineering, programming skills, and English proficiency. Flexible work options available.

Published 2 weeks ago

Closing on: 2025-07-22 (Europe/Berlin)

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