Max Planck Society 
Köln, Germany Résumé de l'offre
The Max Planck Society’s Cologne Graduate School of Ageing Research (CGA) is offering up to 12 fully funded PhD positions in developmental and evolutionary biology, genetics, and structural and cell biology. Candidates with an MSc or equivalent in life‑science disciplines and strong academic records are invited to apply. Funding includes a three‑year work contract at the German TV‑L E13 scale or an equivalent PhD support contract, plus comprehensive training, mentorship, and travel grants. The programme runs in English in Cologne, with support for international students and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applications close on 3 November 2026.
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Description du projet
Fully funded PhD positions
Young Researchers Cologne Developmental and Evolutionary Biology & Genetics Structural and Cell Biology Job Offer from August 11, 2026
The Cologne Graduate School of Ageing Research (CGA) in Germany is a joint venture of the University of Cologne Excellence Cluster on Stress Responses in Ageing-Associated Diseases (CECAD), the University Hospital and the Max Planck Institutes for Biology of Ageing and for Metabolism Research.
We offer up to 12 fully funded PhD positions to highly motivated and talented researchers (m/f/d). The structured PhD training programme within a cutting-edge research environment will start on an individual basis between July 1 and October 1, 2027.
We offer
- An outstanding international research environment at one of Europe's most prestigious ageing research clusters, comprising 49 interdisciplinary research groups
- Initial work contracts of at least three years with payment based on the German TV-L E13 scale, 65% or on an equivalently remunerated PhD support contract of the Max Planck Society
- Dedicated supervision with academic guidance from thesis advisory committees
- Comprehensive PhD programme in the vibrant city of Cologne, conducted in English
- Individual career mentoring & coaching, a wide range of methodology & soft skills courses
- Annual conference travel grants
- Intensive support and guidance for international students in all administrative matters
We are looking for
- Applicants with an MSc or equivalent degree in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Genetics, Medical Biology, Translational Medicine, or related fields
- Students with excellent academic performance in their BSc and MSc studies and a clear interest in the above-mentioned research areas, with strong motivation for ageing research
- Candidates with very good English skills (C1 level, written and spoken)
Application period: August 11 - November 3, 2026
Online application:
Contact: cga-coordination@uni-koeln.de
Website:
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. Applications from people with disabilities are especially welcome and will be given preference if equally qualified. To increase the number of women in areas where they are underrepresented, we strongly encourage women to apply.
