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Location: Meyerhofstraße 1, Heidelberg, Germany
Employer: European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)
Application Deadline: January 26, 2026, 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
Job Type: PhD
Field: Molecular Medicine, Animal Biology & Ethology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Biotechnology, and more
About the Employer: European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL)
The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is one of the world’s leading research institutions in the molecular life sciences, with sites in Heidelberg, Barcelona, Grenoble, Hamburg, Hinxton (near Cambridge), and Rome. EMBL fosters a collaborative environment that emphasizes interdisciplinary research across biological, physical, and computational sciences.
PhD Program Overview
EMBL offers fully funded PhD positions through the EMBL International PhD Programme (EIPP). The program provides comprehensive training with a strong focus on basic research in molecular life sciences. The program is designed to balance theory and practice, with an emphasis on mentorship, creative freedom, and collaborative teamwork.
Research Areas
PhD positions are available across a wide range of research topics, including:
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Molecular Medicine
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Animal Biology & Ethology
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Bioinformatics
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Biostatistics
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Biotechnology
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Molecular Biology
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And many more cutting-edge areas in biological research.
Eligibility Criteria
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Candidates with diverse academic backgrounds are welcome to apply, including degrees in:
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics
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Mathematics
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Computer Science
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Engineering
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Molecular Medicine
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Applicants must hold, or anticipate receiving before starting at EMBL, a university degree that qualifies them to enter a PhD or equivalent program in their home country.
Why Join EMBL?
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Fully Funded PhD Positions: All positions are fully funded, with comprehensive health care and pension benefits.
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International Environment: EMBL provides a collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment with diverse staff from around the world.
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Professional Development: EMBL fosters early independence and interdisciplinary research, providing students with a solid foundation for a successful career in science.
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Mentorship & Creative Freedom: EMBL emphasizes close mentoring and allows students to pursue creative and independent research.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the EMBL website. For more details on how to submit your online application, visit the official EMBL PhD Program Page.
Application Deadline
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January 26, 2026, 23:59 (CET)
Join EMBL and become part of a world-class research institute, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in molecular life sciences while receiving comprehensive support and training for your future career!
