Welcome to IMPRS-EBM
The International Max Planck Research School for Epigenetics, Biophysics and Metabolism – a joint international PhD program of the Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology & Epigenetics and the University of Freiburg.
We offer talented doctoral researchers excellent interdisciplinary training in the fields of epigenetics, biophysics, and metabolism. Scientific training in a first-class research environment alongside a career development curriculum supports their evolution into outstanding young scientists.
Recruitment Timeline 2026
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The program integrates strategies from molecular biology and biochemistry with biophysical and computational methods, and is designed to equip doctoral researchers with the tools to study epigenetics from both a molecular biology perspective and through the lenses of metabolism and biophysics.
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Why choose us?
Receive an employment contract for the duration of your PhD, plus additional funding for personal career development activities such as external training and conferences. The contract includes health insurance, retirement insurance, and other required insurances. The contract also includes an allotment of 30 vacation days per year in addition to public holidays. There are no tuition fees.
Work at the forefront of research, using cutting-edge technology to understand the biological complexities underlying gene regulation, development, epigenetics, metabolism and more!
Doctoral researchers spend one month each in three different laboratories before starting their PhD project. This allows students to experience three distinct lab environments and provides further insight into particular research topics, before deciding on their thesis lab. Get an overview of the IMPRS-EBM curriculum.
You will benefit from the supervision of the respective group leader and members of your “Thesis Advisory Committee” (TAC), who will give valuable feedback and advice on your project and career. More.
In-house scientific core facilities provide expertise and support in various state-of-the-art technologies and allow the implementation of highly sophisticated research projects. Get all the details of what to expect.
Live in the vibrant city of Freiburg – a unique location at the heart of central Europe and the gateway to the black forest. Learn here what the city and the black forest area has to offer.
Life at IMPRS-EBM
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IMPRS-EBM is a joint international PhD program of the Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics and the University of Freiburg.
