Fully funded PhD positions (f/m/d) | Quantum Materials

Fully funded PhD positions (f/m/d) | Quantum Materials
Young Researchers
Stuttgart, Hamburg, Halle, Dresden
Solid State Research & Material Sciences
Particle, Plasma and Quantum Physics
Complex Systems
Chemistry
Job Offer from September 16, 2026
Are you interested in working in the rapidly evolving research field of
quantum materials
?
The Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (
MPGC-QM
) currently has an open call for
multiple fully funded
PhD student positions. Deadline for submission of your application is
December 8
th
2026!
Five Max Planck Institutes
(Dresden, Hamburg, Halle and Stuttgart) - all of them world-leading institutions in their respective fields - bring together their expertise in the research on quantum materials and thus offer a truly unique graduate program in this intriguing research area.
In addition, we offer a limited number of
joint PhD projects
with Oxford University. Students working on these projects will share their time between Oxford and one of the participating Max Planck Institutes, and will obtain their PhD degree from Oxford University.
We offer
Vibrant research environment with access to a large number of world-class research facilities and cutting-edge research projects
A modern, English-speaking structured PhD program
Fully funded positions, no tuition costs and additional funding for scientific meetings and trainings
Individual supervision and mentoring by research scientists who are leaders in their respective fields
Join our network
Becoming part of our interdisciplinary quantum materials community and our unique program will allow you to establish an international network that will last beyond your PhD. Connecting different research groups at four locations, MPGC-QM also connects diverse research topics with a focus on quantum materials and fosters interdisciplinary collaborations.
More than 30 distinguished and internationally recognized group leaders actively participate in the PhD program and offer challenging and cutting-edge PhD projects.
Eligibility
Applicants should hold an MSc (or equivalent degree) with a strong background in physics, chemistry, mathematics or computer science, and have some knowledge of solid-state science, excellent English language skills and a drive to pursue their PhD in an international and multidisciplinary setting.
Outstanding candidates with a first-class four-year BSc degree (or equivalent degree) are eligible to apply for the fast-track option.
Your application
Are you interested? We invite highly motivated students with a strong commitment to basic science from all over the world to apply to our international program centered on quantum materials.
The application deadline is
December 8
th
.
Only applications submitted through our
online application portal
can be considered.
Details on the program, eligibility, and how to apply
For further information, please browse the answers to
Frequently Asked Questions
and direct any further inquiries to the MPGC Coordination Office at
info@quantummaterials.mpg.de
The Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials as well as Max Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. Furthermore, the Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in its workforce in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.