Summary
The ATLAS PhD Program is currently inviting applications for its doctoral scholarship program in Bioinformatics and Translational Medicine. This program offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated researchers to pursue a PhD in an international, multidisciplinary environment, focusing on cutting-edge scientific research. The program emphasizes a fixed salary and benefits for all PhD students.
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Life Science, Medicine, Immunology, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Translational Medicine, and related fields.
Location
Mainz, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Hold (or expect to hold prior to the PhD start) an M.Sc. or an equivalent degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Life Science, Medicine, Immunology, Computer Science, or related fields.
- Motivated researcher with a passion for science.
- Able to work effectively in an international, multi-disciplinary team and independently.
- Professional proficiency in both written and spoken English.
Scholarship Description
The ATLAS PhD Program provides a fully funded PhD position with a fixed salary and benefits. PhD projects will commence between early 2027 and no later than June 1, 2027. The program involves an onsite interview event for final selection on December 9–10, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to review the specific project descriptions available on the program’s website to identify their preferred research areas.
How to Apply
Applications are exclusively accepted through the official application portal. Please follow these steps:
- Create an applicant profile on the application portal.
- You can update your application until the deadline by clicking “View Profile” and then “Jobs Applied”.
- For the field “expected annual remuneration package”, enter “not applicable” as all PhD students receive a fixed salary.
- Select at least one project in the “Preferred projects” field. Refer to the project list for details.
- Agree to allow both BioNTech and TRON to access your application data. Disagreement will lead to non-evaluation.
- Upload all required documents directly to the portal.
Application Documents
Mandatory documents (combined into one PDF, uploaded to “Resume/ CV”):
- CV (in English, max 2 pages): Include educational background, awards, publications, and research experience.
- Letter of Motivation for the ATLAS PhD program (in English): Address to the PhD management team, explaining your interest in ATLAS, research interests, goals, and preferred projects.
- Official degree certificates and transcripts of your Master’s degree (or equivalent, in German or English):
- If graduated: Official degree certificate, transcript of record (showing final grade and all grades), and official information on the university’s grading system (for non-German degrees).
- If not yet graduated: Transcript of records (showing current GPA and all grades received), and official information on the university’s grading system (for non-German degrees).
Additional documents (combined into one PDF, uploaded to “Additional documents”):
- Reference letters: Two letters from referees who can attest to your scientific abilities. Upload them directly. If not permitted to upload directly, ask referees to send them to recommendation@atlas-phdprogram.com, including your full name in the subject.
Last Date for Apply
October 11, 2026
