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12 Fully Funded PhD Positions in Ageing Research University of Cologne in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Cell Biology

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

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Germany

University

University of Cologne

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Keywords

Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
Biomedical Engineering
Biophysics
Biology
Translational Medicine
Medical Science
Genetic
Bioinformatic
bio engineering

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University of Cologne is advertising 12 fully funded PhD positions in the Cologne Graduate School of Ageing Research (CGA), a joint initiative involving the University of Cologne Excellence Cluster on Stress Responses in Aging-Associated Diseases (CECAD), the University Hospital, and the Max Planck Institutes for Biology of Ageing and for Metabolism Research.

The programme is designed for highly motivated researchers interested in ageing research and related areas such as biology, cell/molecular biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, biophysics, genetics, medical biology, and translational medicine. The PhD training will take place in a cutting-edge international research environment with 49 interdisciplinary research groups.

Funding: positions are fully funded with initial contracts of at least three years. Compensation is based on the German TV-L E13 scale at 65% or an equivalently remunerated PhD support contract from the Max Planck Society. The programme also offers annual conference travel grants, dedicated supervision, mentoring, coaching, and methodology/soft-skills courses.

Eligibility highlights: applicants need an MSc or equivalent degree in a relevant field, excellent academic performance in BSc and MSc studies, strong motivation for ageing research, and very good English skills at C1 level (written and spoken).

Location: Cologne, Germany. The PhD programme is conducted in English and starts on an individual basis between July 1 and October 1, 2027.

Application window: August 11, 2026 to November 3, 2026.

How to apply: submit the online application via the programme portal. For enquiries, contact [email protected] or visit the programme website for further information.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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