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

Fully funded PhD positions in Neuroscience and Translational Psychiatry, with a Residency/PhD track for medical doctors International Max Planck Research School for Translational Psychiatry (IMPRS-TP) in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Neuroscience

Funding

Available

Deadline

Oct 31, 2026

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Germany

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

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Neuroscience
Cell Biology
Computer Science
Molecular Biology
Neurology
Psychiatry
Psychology
Biostatistics
Biology
Neuroimaging
Neuropsychology
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The International Max Planck Research School for Translational Psychiatry (IMPRS-TP) is offering fully funded PhD positions for outstanding students interested in neuroscience and translational psychiatry. The program is based in Munich, Germany, and is designed for candidates who want to work at the interface of molecular medicine, neuroscience, and clinical psychiatry.

Students can explore molecular, cellular, and systemic neuroscience, with research methods ranging from molecular genetics in animal models to neuroimaging and computational approaches. The training environment emphasizes translational research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and exposure to both basic science and clinical perspectives.

In addition to standard PhD positions, IMPRS-TP offers a distinctive integrated Residency/PhD track in psychiatry for exceptional medical doctors. This track is intended for trainee doctors who want to combine clinical development with PhD-level research training and gain deeper insight into the biological and clinical aspects of psychiatric disease.

The program is a joint initiative involving the Max Planck Institutes of Psychiatry and Biological Intelligence, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität Munich, Helmholtz Center Munich, the University of Augsburg, and the Technical University of Munich, with additional collaborations including the Munich Medical Research School, the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences, IMPRS-BI, and King’s College London.

Funding is fully provided for at least 3 years, with no tuition fees and additional support for course and conference travel. Applicants should hold or expect to hold a Master of Science (or equivalent) in a relevant field, or a Medical Degree. Trainee medical doctors with laboratory experience are especially encouraged to apply. The school welcomes applications from highly motivated candidates from all countries.

Applications open on 2026-08-15 and the deadline is 2026-10-31. Applications must be submitted in English via the official online application tool only, and reference letters must be received by 2026-11-07. This is a strong opportunity for students seeking rigorous research training in translational psychiatry and neuroscience within an international, interdisciplinary environment.

Funding details

Available

What's required

Applicants must hold or expect to hold a Master of Science or equivalent degree in a relevant field, or hold or expect to hold a Medical Degree. Applications from trainee medical doctors with laboratory experience are particularly encouraged. Applicants should have a high degree of motivation to work in neuroscience and/or translational psychiatry. Applications are welcomed from highly motivated students from all countries and must be submitted in English.

How to apply

Submit the application in English through the online application tool only. Applications must be submitted via the program portal; postal mail and email applications will not be considered. Register and apply from 2026-08-15 until 2026-10-31, and ensure referees send reference letters by 2026-11-07.

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