Application
IMPRS-TP welcomes applications from doctoral candidates coming from any country who hold a
- Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field or a
- Medical Degree
Applications from trainee medical doctors with laboratory experience are particularly encouraged.
Application timelines
The application window for the IMPRS-TP PhD program that starts in 2026 is open from August 15th 2025. Please note the following timeline:
- All applications have to be submitted in English through our Online Application Tool.
- Application deadline: October 31st 2025 (24:00 Central European Time)
- Deadline for references: November 7th 2025 (24:00 Central European Time)
- Final selection process: March-May 2026
- Start date: September to October 2026
Travel expenses and accommodation for the interview will be covered by IMPRS-TP, where applicable.
Please note that you need to have a Master’s or medical degree or equivalent in a relevant field prior to starting the PhD program.
Applicants have to submit:
- Academic records (High School, Bachelor and Master’s transcripts)
- 2 brief essays
- Describing the student’s prior research experience
- Describing the motivation/reasons for their interest in the IMPRS-TP program, along with their research goals
- At least 3 group preferences along with an outline of their specific research interests
2 Referees have to submit (on behalf of the applicant):
- Letters of recommendation