Overview
IMPRS-CMS is accepting applications for fully funded doctoral positions in solid-state chemistry, physics and materials science during its August–September 2026 call.
Complete research opportunity details
The structured doctoral program offers projects with participating group leaders in condensed-matter and solid-state research. The program provides comprehensive scientific training, and every admitted IMPRS-CMS doctoral researcher receives a working contract with social benefits.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants should normally hold a Master's degree in physics, chemistry or materials science. Exceptional applicants with a four- or five-year honors bachelor's degree may be considered through the fast-track route. The program language is English.
Tips for this phd opportunity
Practical Job and Scholarship guidance. These tips do not replace official rules or create new eligibility requirements.
- Match your research background to the project, laboratory, supervisor and required methods rather than applying only from the title.
- Prepare a focused academic CV, transcripts, publications and research statement or proposal when requested by the official call.
- Confirm funding duration, stipend/salary, tuition coverage, start date and eligibility for international applicants.
- Contact a supervisor before applying only when the official instructions recommend or require it.
Verification notes
Official IMPRS-CMS application page verified 2026-09-06. It states the current application period is August 1 through September 30, 2026 and confirms every admitted PhD student receives a working contract with social benefits.
Job and Scholarship is the discovery and verification layer. Confirm eligibility, dates, salary/funding and application instructions on the original source before submitting anything.
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