Stephan Weiss

The Max Planck Research School for Infectious Diseases and Immunology (IMPRS-IDI) in Berlin, Germany, is offering six fully funded PhD positions in the fields of infection biology, immunology, parasitology, and medical biotechnology. This prestigious program provides an opportunity to join world-class research groups at the Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology and collaborate with leading scientists in cutting-edge biomedical research. Research topics include innate immune recognition in the gastrointestinal epithelium using organoid models (Bartfeld Lab), immune–metabolic adaptation in pregnancy and its implications for offspring health (Diefenbach Lab), the role of variable allele usage in inflammation (Weiss Lab), malaria parasite biology focusing on immune evasion strategies (Portugal Lab), and the molecular pathways of NK cell clonality and memory (Romagnani Lab). The program is highly interdisciplinary, integrating molecular biology, genomics, immunology, and advanced cell culture techniques. Candidates will benefit from a vibrant international research environment, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and comprehensive training in both experimental and computational methods. The positions are fully funded, with tuition fees covered and a competitive stipend provided. Applicants should have a strong background in biological sciences and a keen interest in infectious diseases and immunology. The application deadline is December 10, 2025, with successful candidates expected to start in 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the IMPRS-IDI website.