PhD in Microbial Life – IMPRS Scholarship: Welcome to the IMPRS “Principles of Microbial Life” in Marburg, Germany! We offer outstanding research opportunities for junior scientists worldwide with backgrounds in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, and bioinformatics. Our International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) provides a unique platform for pursuing a Ph.D. in various branches of microbiological research. Join us for an enriching academic journey!
Summary Table:
Program Name | IMPRS-µLife |
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Location | Marburg, Germany |
Fields | Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Bioinformatics |
Duration | Ph.D. Program |
Collaboration | Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, University of Marburg, Center for Synthetic Microbiology (SYNMIKRO) |
Study Area: Embark on your scientific journey in the following microbiological research branches:
- Cellular organization & architecture
- Microbial communities & host-microbe interactions
- Natural products & chemical biology
- Physical biology
- Physiology & metabolism
- Signal transduction & information processing
- Systems & synthetic biology
Scholarship Description: Since 2003, IMPRS in Marburg has been offering an international Ph.D. program that provides interdisciplinary training in modern microbiology, access to state-of-the-art research facilities, and mentorship by world-class scientists. The IMPRS-µLife program is a collaboration between the Max Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology, the University of Marburg, and the Center for Synthetic Microbiology (SYNMIKRO).

Eligibility: We welcome applications from junior scientists worldwide with backgrounds in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, and bioinformatics.
Required Documents: Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Proof of proficiency in English
How to Apply: To apply to the IMPRS-µLife graduate school, please use our web service. If you are visiting the website for the first time, you need to register at our online system. Otherwise, log in with your username and password.
Last Date: The current application period (fall 2024) started on December 1, 2023, and ends on 31 January 2024. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of a thriving scientific community and explore the fascinating world of microbial life at IMPRS in Marburg, Germany!