Why Join IMPRS-ESM?
- Interdisciplinary focus: We address the processes and dynamics of the Earth system at different temporal and spatial scales to improve predictive capability.
- Comprehensive education: Enjoy numerous opportunities for scientific training, skills development and problem solving.
- Diverse research areas: Work on numerical models, analyzing large data sets, statistical methods and more in a unique scientific environment.
Who Should Apply?
The School encompasses the broader field of Earth sciences, including economics and social sciences, emphasizing the physical system in the natural science part of the program. Our program is open to applicants who have a Master's degree (with written thesis) in physics, geophysical sciences (including meteorology and oceanography), ecology, mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics, or political science. Students who are still working on their Master's thesis are also encouraged to apply.
Requirements
Our program is open to applicants who have a Master's degree (with written thesis) in physics, geophysical sciences (including meteorology and oceanography), ecology, mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics, or political science. Students who are still working on their Master's thesis are also encouraged to apply.
Languages: ENGLISH (Level: Excellent)
Additional Information
Benefits
What We Offer
- Structured supervision: Benefit from guided mentorship throughout your PhD journey.
- Financial support: Receive funding of about 2,150 Euros per month for three years.
- No tuition fees: Only a semester fee is charged by the university (includes ticket for public transport).
Selection process
Apply online through our website by 15 September 2026. The selection process includes interviews in late November 2026.
Website for additional job details
https://mpimet.mpg.de/en/career/imprs-esm/application
