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We welcome applications starting on August 15, 2025 for a start in 2026 (deadline October 31, 2025).
The International Max Planck Research School for Translational Psychiatry (IMPRS-TP) is offering PhD positions in molecular, cellular, and systemic psychiatric research to outstanding students. During the course of their studies, students are exposed to a wide range of scientific questions and methods covering molecular medicine, neuroscience, and clinical psychiatry. Methods range from molecular genetics over animal models to neuroimaging and computational approaches.
In addition to traditional PhD positions, IMPRS-TP offers a unique integrated PhD/residency program in psychiatry to exceptional medical doctors. Highlighting the translational facet, doctorate students will receive insights into clinical aspects of the disease, and trainee medical doctors gain PhD level research expertise while also developing their clinical skills.
Structured curriculum: Core Courses | Lecture Series | Methods Workshops | Transferable Skills
IMPRS-TP is a joint initiative of leading scientists from the Max Planck Institutes of Psychiatry and Biological Intelligence and the Ludwig Maximilians Universität, Munich. Further collaborations have been established with the Helmholtz Center Munich, the Munich Medical Research School (MMRS), the Graduate School of Systemic Neurosciences (GSN) and King’s College London, UK.
IMPRS-TP welcomes applications from doctoral candidates from any country who hold a Master of Science (or an equivalent degree) in a relevant field or a Medical Degree. Applications from trainee medical doctors with laboratory experience are particularly encouraged. IMPRS-TP will only accept applications submitted through the IMPRS-TP online application tool, which you can find at https://applications.imprs-tp.mpg.de/public/ - Applications submitted by mail or email will not be considered.
For more information on the program and how to apply, please visit www.imprs-tp.mpg.de.