IMPRS-IS Doctoral Program: The International Max Planck Research School for Intelligent Systems (IMPRS-IS) is inviting applications for its competitive doctoral program. This program aims to cultivate emerging leaders in various cutting-edge research areas related to intelligent systems and technologies.
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
- Artificial Intelligence
- Biomedical Technology
- Computational Cognitive Science
- Computer Graphics
- Computer Vision
- Control Systems
- Data Science & Visualization
- Haptics
- Human-Computer Interaction
- Machine Learning
- Micro- and Nano-Robotics
- Natural Language Processing
- Neuroscience
- Perceptual Inference
- Robotics
- Soft Robotics and Materials
Location
Stuttgart and Tübingen, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- A strong academic background with a master’s degree (conferred or expected soon) in fields such as Engineering, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, Mathematics, Control Theory, Neuroscience, Materials Science, Physics, or related disciplines.
- Existing PhD students can apply only within the first year of their doctoral studies.
- Women are explicitly encouraged to apply to increase representation in underrepresented areas.
- Equal opportunity employer valuing diversity in the academic community.
Job Description
Selected candidates will participate in world-leading research and have the opportunity to choose research areas and supervisors during their application process. Funding will be provided via an employment contract under the rules of the Max Planck Society and the two participating universities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit the following materials via the online application portal:
- Personal contact information.
- A list of preferred IMPRS-IS faculty members for supervision.
- Current résumé or CV (including educational background, work experience, publications, research presentations, and awards).
- Unofficial transcripts from all university studies.
- A two-page motivational letter explaining the desire to earn a doctorate with IMPRS-IS and outlining specific research interests.
- Names and email addresses of three referees who can provide letters of recommendation.
- TOEFL scores or other evidence of English proficiency for non-native English speakers.
- Optional: GRE scores and additional documents (thesis, published papers, or project portfolios).
Last Date to Apply
November 16, 2025 (End of Day, AoE)
This program offers a unique opportunity for aspiring researchers to contribute to transformative work in intelligent systems. Apply now to be a part of this prestigious doctoral program!
