Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
ApplyKite Editorial 3 Nov 2026
PhD Opportunities in Transcriptomics in Germany
Phd Positions in transcriptomics in germany
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Universities with open PhD positions in transcriptomics in Germany include University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein and University of Hohenheim.
University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein
Germany
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2 weeks ago
PhD opportunity in Bioinformatics & AML at University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein (UKSH), Kiel, Germany. This newly funded project, LUCID-AML , is supported by the Deutsche José Carreras Leukämie-Stiftung and focuses on acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The project aims to use machine learning and bioinformatics to uncover new AML subtypes across age groups and improve understanding of leukemia development, treatment response, and clinical outcomes. The successful candidate will work with more than ...
Computer Science
Biology
Computational Biology
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2 weeks ago
University of Hohenheim
Germany
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3 weeks ago
PhD position at the University of Hohenheim in the GreenRobust Cluster of Excellence on yield stability in nutritional crop physiology . The project investigates how weather extremes and complex abiotic stress combinations affect crop yield and yield stability in long-term field trials, and how these effects relate to fertilization. The research combines field experiments , greenhouse experiments , computational analysis of long-term weather and crop growth data, statistics , transcriptomics (in...
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Agriculture
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3 weeks ago
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University of Cologne
Germany
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2 months ago
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/molecula...
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Molecular Biology
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2 months ago
Heidelberg University
Germany
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2 months ago
Heidelberg University’s Center for Molecular Biology (ZMBH), Germany, is advertising a PhD position in evolutionary genomics in the group of Henrik Kaessmann . The project sits at the intersection of biology , bioinformatics , computational genomics , and experimental molecular biology . The lab studies the origins and molecular evolution of organs in mammals and other vertebrates, with a strong focus on the evolution of gene expression and its regulatory basis. Current research uses comparative...
Computer Science
Evolutionary Biology
Biomedical Engineering
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2 months ago
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Top university
Germany
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9 months ago
Top university
The PhD in Medical Research – Cardiovascular Science at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU Munich) is a structured, interdisciplinary doctoral programme designed for candidates passionate about advancing cardiovascular science. Hosted by the Munich Medical Research School (MMRS) and involving various LMU University Hospital departments, this programme offers comprehensive training in both basic and clinical aspects of cardiovascular research. Doctoral candidates engage in a curriculum t...
Pathophysiology
Epidemiology
Biomedical Engineering
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9 months ago
Living costs in Germany
Estimated costs in Germany.
MonthlyYearly | Germany |
|---|---|
 Housing Shared flats and off-campus rentals per year | €5.0k $5,400/yr |
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | €662 $720/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €552 $600/yr |
 Clothing Basic clothing and seasonal needs per year | €828 $900/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Saarland University
Germany
Research Interests
Cognitive Neuroscience
Developmental Psychology
Neurocognition
Learning And Memory
Quasi-experimental Study
Professor
Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Germany
Research Interests
Virology
Epidemiology
Covid-19
Sars-cov-2
Mathematical Modeling
Saarland University Medical Center and Faculty of Medicine
Germany
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Medical Imaging
Inflammatory Biology
Extracellular Vesicle
Flow Cytometry
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Saarland University
Germany
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Microbiology
Transcriptomic
Rna Biology
Next-generation Sequencing
Technical University of Munich
Germany
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Biostatistics
Transcriptomic
Cancer Biology
Bioinformatics
Junior Professor
Heidelberg University
Germany
Research Interests
Cell Biology
Developmental Neuroscience
Transcriptomic
Mrna Epigenetics: Charaterization Of A Novel Layer Of Gene Regulation For Essential Brain Functions
Zebrafish Biology
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.