IMPRS for Evolutionary Biology 2027
Doctoral programme in evolutionary biology offering six doctoral projects starting September 2027, with applications tied to specific projects.
| Amount / funding | Funded doctoral positions (six doctoral projects for the 2027 call); the amount is not stated in the quoted official page - check the official programme pages. |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 2027 call open; submit a project-related application until 10 January 2027 (application phase 22 October - 10 January); programme starts September 2027. |
| Start date | 1 September 2027 (envisaged) |
| Level | PhD |
| Funding type | full |
| Field | 05 Natural Sciences |
About this scholarship
Doctoral programme in evolutionary biology offering six doctoral projects starting September 2027, with applications tied to specific projects.
Minimum requirements
Master of Science degree, Diploma, or equivalent in a relevant subject (including evolutionary biology, genetics, biochemistry and related fields); the degree is not necessary at application but must be awarded prior to the start; fluent written and spoken English, no official language certificate required (proficiency tested in interview); maximum two projects; application includes a 1-page motivation letter to the PI, a CV, bachelor and/or master degree plus transcript, and contact information for two references.
Application checklist
- Choose at most two projects from the six offered for the 2027 call
- Write a 1-page motivation letter addressed to the PI of each chosen project
- Prepare your CV, degree(s) and transcript, and contact details for two references
- Confirm your degree will be awarded before the 1 September 2027 start if not yet held
- Submit the project-related application by 10 January 2027
Application tips
- Because applications are project-related, tailor each motivation letter to the specific PI and project; a generic letter weakens both applications.
- No language certificate is required, but English fluency is tested in interview, so prepare to discuss your project in English.
- Two projects is the maximum: a third application would breach the call rules.
Always verify deadline, amount and eligibility on the official page before applying. Values marked ESTIMATE are based on a previous cycle and are not confirmed for the current round.
Tags: imprs, max planck, evolutionary biology, genetics, phd