Joint Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025: The Max Planck Society (MPG) and the Weizmann Institute of Science (WIS) are offering a prestigious fully-funded four-year postdoctoral research fellowship designed to facilitate international and interdisciplinary collaborations. This program provides an outstanding opportunity for postdoctoral researchers to advance their careers in two globally renowned scientific institutions.
🌍 Max Planck – Weizmann Joint Postdoctoral Program Overview
- International collaboration between Max Planck Society (MPG) and Weizmann Institute of Science (WIS)
- Prestigious four-year research fellowship
- Application deadline: June 26, 2025
🔬 Unique Opportunities
- Conduct research at MPG (Germany) and WIS (Israel)
- Collaborate with leading experts
- Join dynamic interdisciplinary scientific community
- Contribute to cutting-edge research
📝 Application Process
- Identify and contact researchers at MPG and WIS
- Develop joint research proposals
- Biannual application cycle
- Joint review by both institutions
🕰️ Program Duration and Structure
- 2 years at MPG, 2 years at WIS
- Exposure to diverse research cultures
💼 Program Benefits
- State-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure
- Mentorship by world-renowned scientists
- Comprehensive financial support package
- Independent research travel funding
🌐 Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Engage in physics, chemistry, life sciences, mathematics, earth sciences, and computer science
- Foster international academic exchange
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area
The fellowship is open to various research disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Life Sciences
- Mathematics
- Earth Sciences
- Computer Science
Location
- 2 years at Max Planck Society, Germany
- 2 years at Weizmann Institute of Science, Israel
Eligibility/Qualification
- Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field by the application deadline.
- Strong research background and capability to engage in collaborative projects.
- Willingness to work in two distinct scientific environments.
Job Description
Fellows will:
- Conduct cutting-edge research collaboratively at both MPG and WIS.
- Engage with leading experts and participate in an interdisciplinary scientific community.
- Benefit from robust institutional support, state-of-the-art research facilities, and mentorship from world-renowned scientists.
- Receive an annual travel allowance of €3,000 for attending international conferences, workshops, and academic seminars.
How to Apply
- Applicants must first identify and contact potential supervisors at the Max Planck Institutes and the Weizmann Institute to discuss collaborative research projects.
- Joint proposals must include hosting arrangements from both institutions.
- Interested candidates should prepare their applications and submit them through the respective institution’s application portal by the specified deadline.
Last Date to Apply
June 26, 2025
This fellowship represents a unique opportunity for ambitious researchers keen to pursue interdisciplinary science in a collaborative setting. For more detailed application instructions, applicants are encouraged to visit the official websites of the Max Planck Society and the Weizmann Institute of Science.
