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PhD positions - IMPRS for Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences, Munich (Munich)

The International Max Planck Research School for Molecular and Cellular Life Sciences (IMPRS-LS), jointly conducted by Munich based Max Planck Institutes and Universities, is an internationally recognized center of scientific and educational excellence.
More than 60 distinguished group leaders actively participate in the PhD program and offer challenging and cutting-edge PhD projects in the following areas:

• Biochemistry
• Neurobiology
• Cell Biology
• Molecular Medicine
• Structural Biology

The program provides comprehensive scientific training in a superb and vibrant research environment with state-of-the-art facilities. Doctoral students are fully integrated in international teams of scientists providing ample access to expertise and support in an interdisciplinary setting.

Laboratory work is supplemented by seminars, summer schools, elective courses, career development training and participation in international conferences.

Munich, as one of the leading German research areas in life sciences, offers a unique mixture of academic and urban lifestyle spiced with Bavarian tradition.

Highly qualified candidates with a deep commitment to basic research are invited to apply. Applicants should hold a MSc (or an equivalent degree) with a strong background in biological sciences, biochemistry, biophysics, biotechnology or a related discipline.

Successful candidates will be supported with a generous PhD fellowship covering living expenses and tuition.

Closing Date: January 06, 2015

For more information and online application please visit our website: www.imprs-ls.de

We offer you:
• Excellent career opportunities in a competitive environment
• Structured PhD program organized by Munich-based Max Planck Institutes and Universities
• State-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge research projects
• Individualized supervision and mentoring
• International setting – Language of instruction is English, German language skills are not required
• Full funding provided for international and German students

We are looking for:
• Talented, creative and enthusiastic doctoral students from all over the world with a strong passion for science & research

Dr. Hans-Joerg Schaeffer
info@imprs-ls.mpg.de
Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry
Munich