The Max Planck Society is mainly funded by the German Federal and State Governments.

Max Planck Institutes provide outstanding facilities, academic resources, and intellectual environments for the support of independent research.

Max Planck Institutes are not tied to universities. There are no teaching obligations for staff, but teaching and other forms of cooperation with universities are possible.

Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.

The Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.

Persons of any nationality can apply.

#01. Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) | Small-Animal MRI and Cross‑Species Neuroimaging. 

The Technical University of Munich, TUM University Hospital, and the Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence (MPI‑BI) are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher with expertise in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), biological/physiological sciences, and a strong interest in experimental work with small animals. The position is part of the interdisciplinary project WildBrain, which investigates how environmental transitions shape neural plasticity and behavioural individuality across mice and humans.

Please submit the following documents as a single PDF to Prof. Dr. Tobias Bonhoeffer’s office.bonhoeffer@bi.mpg.de by May 10th, 2026:

• Cover letter describing your research background and motivation
• Curriculum vitae including publication list
• Contact information for two referees
• Relevant certificates and transcripts

Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence

#02. Postdoctoral position (m/f/d) | The social dynamics of collective dispersal. 

Looking forward to receiving your application by May 5, 2026. Please apply with

• a motivation letter, including a brief outline of your proposed approach to this project
• a CV
• contact details for two referees

Please submit your application documents through application management system. 

Questions about this position will be answered by Dr. Serena Ding at serena.ding@ab.mpg.de

#03. 3 PhD positions (m/f/d) |Sustainable Metallurgy (Experiment & Simulation)

The International Max Planck Research School for Sustainable Metallurgy (IMPRS SusMet) offers PhD positions for three years for the following projects:

• Project 1: “Optimizing microwave plasma-based reduction of metal oxides” under the supervision of Prof. von Keudell, Chair for Experimental Physics – Reactive Plasmas at the Faculty of Physics and Astronomy, Ruhr University Bochum.
• Project 2: “In situ studies of the mechanochemical synthesis of intermetallic compounds” under the supervision of Prof. Weidenthaler, Powder Diffraction and Surface Spectroscopy group at the Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung in Mülheim/Ruhr.
• Project 3: “Atomistic Investigation of Chemomechanical Processes in the Fe–O System” under the supervision of Prof. Bitzek, Microstructure and Mechanics group at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials in Düsseldorf.

Qualification

• Project 1: excellent master’s degree in physics, experience in plasma research
• Project 2: excellent master’s degree in materials science, chemistry, or solid-state physics. Knowledge in solid-state chemistry, X-ray diffraction, spectroscopy, or electron microscopy is advantageous.
• Project 3: excellent master’s degree in materials science, physics, or chemistry. Experience with atomistic simulations in a high-performance computing environment, solid knowledge of crystallography, and defects preferred

Very good English knowledge

Required documents

• Motivation letter
• CV
• Bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates and transcripts of records
• Certificate of very good English knowledge (IELTS, TOEFL, or similar)
• Recommendation letters or references

Application deadline: 15/5/2026

#04. Doctoral Researcher (m/f/d). 

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Political Science, Sociology, Education, or a closely related discipline;
• Strong analytical and methodological skills (quantitative and/or qualitative)
• Excellent command of written and spoken English; language competence relevant to the proposed doctoral research
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an international environment.

The following qualifications are desirable:

• Professional work experience in a related field, including research, international development, public administration, advocacy, and civil society.
• Research experience in the Arab region;
• Experience in engaging with policy-relevant research questions and dissemination beyond academia.

Applications must be submitted online via the recruitment portal below and should include the following documents:

• A cover letter (max. 2 pages) describing your academic and professional background, your motivation for applying, and how your proposed research project speaks to the research agenda of the research group;
• a brief (1-2 page) research proposal, outlining the scope, methods, and geographical focus of your proposed research
• a curriculum vitae;
• academic transcripts from both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees;
• your Master’s thesis and/or another writing sample (e.g., an academic paper); submitted writing samples may be in English, French, or German;
• the names and contact details of two referees who may be contacted for shortlisted candidates.

Please do NOT send additional materials with the initial application. Interviews will be conducted in person or remotely in June.

The application deadline is 2026-05-10.

#05. Doctoral Student (m/f/d) | The History of European Union Employment Law. 

• You hold a first-class or high upper second-class degree, preferably in law, alternatively in a different branch of the humanities or social sciences. You are fully proficient in the English language and willing to learn German if necessary. French language skills are desirable.
• Your CV should demonstrate your potential to pursue research at a very high international level. You can work independently and are committed to adopting interdisciplinary and comparative approaches.

Your application should be written in either English or German and contain the following documents:

• Cover letter with reference to your research proposal and an explanation as to how your profile matches the selection criteria;
• Names and addresses (postal and electronic) of two scholars who have agreed to provide a reference for you;
• Detailed CV;
• List of publications;
• Research proposal (up to five pages);
• Transcripts of your achievements at school and university, copies of degree certificates;
• A sample of writing of some 20 pages in length (seminar paper, university dissertation, master’s thesis, journal article, book chapter, etc.).

Your application must be submitted online via the application portal by the closing date of 01.06.2026.

#06. Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d). 

We seek a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics in Tübingen (Germany), to explore mammalian brain function using functional MRI or ultrasound imaging.

The Max Planck Institute for Biological Cybernetics conducts research that elucidates neurological processes across various organizational scales via experimental and theoretical approaches.

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV, and contact information for 2-3 references to robert.ohlendorf@tuebingen.mpg.de.

#07. Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d). 

The Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science in Göttingen conducts interdisciplinary research into pressing issues of social and political change, with a particular focus on conflict, inequality, the erosion of democracy, and processes of social transformation. At the Institute, the Research Group: Teachers, Inequality and Collective Action is inviting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) (full-time for three years with an expected starting date of 1 September 2026).

Applications must be submitted online via the recruitment portal below and should include the following documents:

• A CV including a list of publications;
• a cover letter (max. 2 pages) describing your motivation for applying, your experience relevant to the project, as well as outlining the independent research questions you would seek to pursue within the broader framework of the research group;
• the names and contact details of two referees who may be contacted for shortlisted candidates;
• one published article or one other writing sample. Submitted writing samples may be in English, French or German; applicants should indicate their role in co‑authored work.

Please do NOT send additional materials with the initial application. Interviews will be conducted in person or remotely in June.

The application deadline is 2026-05-10.

#08. Postdoctoral position (m/f/d) |The sensory ecology of worm towers.

The Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior at its sites in Konstanz and Radolfzell offers an international, interdisciplinary, and cooperative environment that opens up unique research opportunities. The goal of our basic research is to develop a quantitative and predictive understanding of the decisions and movements of animals in their natural environment.

Please apply with:

• a motivation letter, including a brief outline of your proposed approach to this project
• a CV
• contact details for two referees

Please submit your application documents through the application management system. 

Application Deadline: May 5, 2026.

Questions about this position will be answered by Dr. Serena Ding at serena.ding@ab.mpg.de.

#09. Global Science Scholars Fellowship. 

The Global Science Scholars Fellowship supports cutting-edge research in bioengineering, biomedical research, biophysics, molecular and cell biology, mathematics, and computer science, including projects that bridge experimental and theoretical approaches. The program is structured as a transatlantic exchange between research environments in Germany and the United States. Fellows are expected to conduct their research outside of the country in which they obtained their doctoral degree.

There are two fellowship tracks:

• Fellows in residence in Germany will conduct research at a Max Planck Institute in Dresden (MPI-CBG or MPI-PKS).
• Fellows in residence in the United States will conduct research at a partner institution of the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub (San Francisco, Chicago, or New York)

Applications must be submitted through the online application portal. 

The application requires:

• A research proposal
• Curriculum vitae
• Two letters of recommendation (to be submitted via the portal)

Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all materials, including reference letters, are submitted in a timely manner according to the following dates. All application materials must be provided in English.

• Application opens: April 1, 2026
• Application deadline: May 20, 2026 (Pacific Time)
• Notification of results: August 2026

#10. Postdoctoral Experimental Physicist or Electrical Engineer for the Study of Tokamak Plasma Current Ramp-Up (m/f/d). 

The Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) is one of the world’s leading centers for fusion research. With around 1100 dedicated employees in Garching near Munich and Greifswald, we are committed to exploring the fundamental principles of fusion power plants. These power plants generate energy without climate-damaging emissions, are safe, sustainable, and nearly limitless – just like the sun. Fusion power plants have the potential to play an important role in supplying energy to future generations.

Application Deadline: 01.05.2026

#11. Postdoctoral Position (m/f/d) | Rotating convection and 2D turbulence.

The Max Planck Institute for Solar System Research (MPS) in Göttingen is one of the world’s leading research institutions in the field of solar physics and planetary research, with around 300 employees. The interdisciplinary research focus is the investigation of the development, diversity, and dynamics of planets, moons, small bodies, the sun, and solar-like stars. The MPS develops and operates scientific instruments for current and future space missions (e.g., ESA, NASA), and carries out Cosmo chemical laboratory investigations of meteorites as well as numerical modeling on state-of-the-art supercomputers.

The application deadline is April 30, 2026.

#12. Postdoctoral Fellow (m/f/d) | Political Science. 

The Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science in Göttingen conducts interdisciplinary research into pressing issues of social and political change, with a particular focus on conflict, inequality, the erosion of democracy, and processes of social transformation. At the Institute, the Department of Political Institutions and Conflict is inviting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow (m/f/d) in Political Science (full-time for three years, start day September 1, 2026 or earlier).

The application deadline is 2026-05-03

#13. Postdoctoral Fellow (m/f/d) | Political Violence.

The Max Planck Institute for Political and Social Science in Göttingen conducts interdisciplinary research into pressing issues of social and political change, with a particular focus on conflict, inequality, the erosion of democracy, and processes of social transformation.  At the Institute, the Department of Political Institutions and Conflict is inviting applications for the position of Postdoctoral Fellow (m/f/d) in Political Violence

The application deadline is 2026-05-03.

#14. Postdoctoral Position (f/m/d) | Integrated Assessment Modeling (Climate–Air Pollution–Economy). 

An open postdoc position is available at the Max Planck Institute for Chemistry (MPIC), co-supervised by Prof. Yafang Cheng (Director at MPIC) and Dr. Wenjun Meng (Project Team Leader at MPIC). The project aims at developing an advanced integrated assessment modeling framework that links socio-economic, environmental, and technological factors to understand the impacts of climate and energy policies.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The starting date is negotiable, but preferably no later than Autumn 2026.

#15. Scientist in Proteomics (m/f/d). 

The Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics in Freiburg (Germany) has an opening for a scientist (m/f/d) in proteomics in the research group of Dr. Gerhard Mittler. 

The Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics (MPI-IE) in Freiburg, Germany, is an interdisciplinary research institution that conducts basic research in two key areas of modern biology: Immunobiology and Epigenetics. Central questions address the molecular basis of cell type identities, as they are regulated during immune cell differentiation, metabolic response, and epigenetic chromatin adaptation.

Please apply with your complete application documents (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, certificates) via our online application portal until 30th April 2026. 

16. Radiocarbon Laboratory Engineer (m/f/d). 

The MPI for Biogeochemistry seeks an engineer to support the institute’s ¹⁴C lab facility, which supports radiocarbon measurements in biogeochemistry and carbon cycle research. The facility is equipped with an IonPlus Micadas accelerator mass spectrometer system with a hybrid ion source that allows for the measurement of graphite targets as well as CO₂ gas inlet operation for very small samples. It also has a laboratory for preparation, CO₂ purification, and graphitization of samples, with automation involved in several processes. The 14C laboratory staff includes a laboratory head, an engineer (open position), and two chemical technical assistants specializing in sample pretreatment and graphitization.

Application Deadline: 15th May 2026.

17. PhD Positions | Imaging Cellular Processes and Disease. 

The joint CiM-IMPRS graduate program of the International Max Planck Research School – Molecular Biomedicine and Münster’s Cells in Motion Interfaculty Centre offers positions to pursue PhD projects in the diverse areas of the life sciences. We are looking for young scientists (m/f/d) with a strong interest in interdisciplinary projects to image cell dynamics from the subcellular to the patient level. PhD projects range from the analysis of basic cellular processes to clinical translation, from the application of novel biological approaches to the development of new imaging-related techniques and compounds.

Research areas.

• Cell and Molecular Biology
• Developmental and Stem Cell Biology
• Vascular Biology
• Immunology
• Microbiology
• Neurobiology
• In vivo Imaging
• High Resolution Optical Imaging
• Biophysics and more.

Applications for the PhD program can be submitted from 2 March to 1 May 2026.

Applications can only be submitted via the online system.

18. IMPRS Coordinator (m/f/d). 

Please submit your application materials (including a cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates) as a single PDF file to application-imprs-coord@csp.mpg.de.

We look forward to receiving your application by 01.05.2026.

19. Scientific IT Specialist / Research Software Engineer (f/m/d). 

The Facility for Data Sciences and Biostatistics (Dr. Juliane Liepe) invites applications for a Scientific IT Specialist / Research Software Engineer (f/m/d).

Please submit your application with a cover letter (explaining background and motivation), a CV (with a publication list), and qualification transcripts (translated in English or German, if applicable) by 8th May 2026 preferably via e-mail and as a single PDF file to: ausschreibung15-26@mpinat.mpg.de

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