EMBL International PhD & Pre-Doctoral Research Fellowship
Program Description
EMBL is Europe's flagship laboratory for basic research in molecular biology. The EMBL International PhD Programme provides comprehensive, interdisciplinary training with access to advanced cryo-EM, mass spectrometry, and high-throughput sequencing.
Eligibility & Requirements
• University degree (Master\'s or equivalent 4-year Bachelor\'s) in Biology, Chemistry, Medicine, or Physics.
• High academic standing and strong laboratory research experience.
• English proficiency (C1 level).
• High academic standing and strong laboratory research experience.
• English proficiency (C1 level).
How to Apply
Submit online application via EMBL portal including academic records, research interest, and 2 reference letters. Shortlisted candidates attend EMBL Interview Days in Heidelberg.
Benefits & Funding
• Fully funded employment contract with competitive salary (~€3,100/month gross).
• Full health insurance and social security coverage in Germany.
• Generous lab budget, computational support, and conference travel grants.
• On-campus international childcare facilities.
• Full health insurance and social security coverage in Germany.
• Generous lab budget, computational support, and conference travel grants.
• On-campus international childcare facilities.
Recommended Skills
Cryo-EM
Molecular Genetics
Structural Biology
Python/R
Important Application & Program Notes
No university application fee required; degree awarded jointly with partner universities.