Start your study adventure in Germany! The IMB International PhD Program is now open for applications. In this article, we will explain in detail about the scholarship, its benefits, and the step-by-step application process.
IMB International PhD Program 2025-2026 is a fully funded scholarship for international students. This program covers accommodation and travel costs.
The IMB International PhD Program is open to international students who wish to pursue their PhD degree in Mainz, Germany. The International PhD Program (IPP) offers talented and passionate learners the opportunity to conduct PhD studies at the forefront of contemporary biology. The program focuses on important issues related to Gene Regulation, Epigenetics & Genome Stability, and covers a wide range of themes.
The participating organizations offer various skills in biochemistry, genetics, cell and development biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, and applied physics. Students will have the chance to study cutting-edge techniques like CRISPR/Cas, NGS, gene network modeling, mass spectrometry, and super-resolution microscopy. The program is coordinated by the Institute of Molecular Biology, a center of excellence in life sciences, and involves collaboration with various leading institutions.
- Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB).
- Johannes Gutenberg University (JGU).
- University Medical Centre (UMC).
Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: PhD
- Institution(s): IMB (Institute of Molecular Biology)
- Study in: Mainz, Germany
- Deadline: April 17, 2025 / November 26, 2024
- Courses Offered:
- Biochemistry
- Genetics
- Systems Biology
- Applied Physics
- Cell and Developmental Biology
- Bioinformatics
Scholarship Coverage
The IMB International PhD Program covers the costs for accommodation and travel.
Eligibility Criteria for IMB International PhD Program
To qualify for the IMB International PhD Program, candidates must meet all of the following requirements:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: All World Countries
- Documents Required for Application:
- Details of your degrees (BSc, MSc)
- Details of any other post-graduate degrees, awards, honors, or distinctions (with a description, max 250 words)
- Details on any research stay abroad during studies (if applicable)
- Details of past research experiences
- A list of your publications (PubMed format, max 300 words) and conference contributions (title of presentation, date, and location)
- Groups you are interested in working with (up to 5 groups may be selected; note that not all groups offer projects in every call)
- A motivational statement describing your interest in the IPP and chosen groups, as well as your scientific goals (max 300 words)
- Required Documents to Upload (PDF format):
- Curriculum vitae (max size 3 MB)
- A single file (max size 4 MB) containing:
- University studies (including certificates of qualification and transcripts of records)
- English language test certificate (not mandatory, only if available)
- High school certificate (if available)
How to Apply for the IMB International PhD Program?
Please follow the important instructions below to avail this scholarship:
- Online registration from here.
Register online with your contact details and the details of at least two referees. Referees should be senior scientists, such as group leaders or professors at a university or research institute. These referees should know you well.
- Online application form.
Once you have registered, you will immediately receive a link to your personalized online application form by e-mail. You find this link at the end of a guideline on how to apply The application form will ask you to provide the information and documents.
As the form cannot be saved, we strongly advise you to prepare the necessary information before you begin. Texts can then be pasted into the form as required. The application must be completed in English.
- Interview days.
About 25 – 30 shortlisted students will be invited to Mainz for interviews from 24 – 26 June 2021. The interviews will be held over 3 days and include presentations by the Group Leaders and the applicants as well as in-depth interviews with the group(s) you could imagine working with. Costs for accommodation and travel (also intercontinental) are covered by the IPP.
To learn more about the IMB International PhD Program, please visit the official website: