IMPRS-GS: Overview of PhD opportunities in 2026

This page provides an overview of the Principal Investigators (PIs) offering PhD positions through the IMPRS-GS program. Projects available through the Research Training Group GönomiX are described on a separate website: GönomiX. The IMPRS-GS program is offering fully funded PhD positions starting in 2026 (early summer or fall). To apply, please use the application tool found here.
Application Deadline: January 14, 2026.
Click on a project or faculty member below for more detailed information. Please read carefully to determine whether your experience aligns with the project's requirements. You can choose up to 5 PIs, but be prepared to clearly explain your choices in your application.

Requirement: Experience Skills in Bioinformatics, Programming, Statistics and in Machine Learning techniques, Translational Research

Requirement: skills in stem cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9 and/or omics approaches

Requirement: Skills in Bioinformatics and interest in Evolution, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Plant Biology

Requirement: Enthusiasm to work in a team and learn new techniques in structural biology.

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Requirement: Skills in Functional Genomics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or Bioinformatics

Requirement: Desired skills: Cellular Methodology: Basic skills in cell culture, multicolor flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, and related tumor immunological methods. Essential: Proficiency in MultiOmics techniques, including scRNA-seq, bulk RNA-seq, ATAC/ChIP-seq. Experience with Microc/Hi-C is a plus. Essential: A strong foundation in bioinformatics analysis and multiOmics data processing.