If you are a motivated and talented student with a passion for photonics and advanced scientific research, the International Max Planck Research School for Advanced Photon Science (IMPRS-APS) offers an exceptional opportunity to pursue a fully funded PhD in this cutting-edge field.
IMPRS-APS Programme Summary
Host Institution: Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ) in collaboration with top European Universities
Location: Garching, Germany
Duration: 3 years
Funding: Fully funded PhD positions with no tuition fees
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
Study Level: PhD in Advanced Photon Science
Short Eligibility: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Theoretical Physics, Experimental Physics, or related fields
Programme Benefits
Participants will benefit from:
Full Tuition Coverage: All tuition fees are covered by the scholarship.
Living Expenses: Monthly stipend to cover living costs.
Health Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
Research Opportunities: Conduct research at the forefront of ultrafast science, exploring phenomena on timescales ranging from femtoseconds to attoseconds.
Interdisciplinary Training: Structured framework for education in photonics and related subjects, including quantum optics, laser physics, attosecond physics, and medical physics.
Industry Contacts: Opportunities for interdisciplinary training, contact with industry, and an international and interdisciplinary environment with many opportunities for exchange.
Participating Universities
The IMPRS-APS programme is a collaboration between several prestigious universities in Germany and Austria:
Germany: Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ), Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Austria: Vienna Institute of Technology (VUT), Graz University of Technology (TU Graz)
Curriculum and Program Structure
The IMPRS-APS programme offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with a solid foundation in advanced photon science. The programme is structured into four main tracks:
Ultrafast Science: Focuses on exploring phenomena on timescales ranging from femtoseconds to attoseconds.
Molecular Dynamics: Investigating the dynamics of molecules using advanced spectroscopic techniques.
Machine Learning Approaches: Developing and applying machine learning approaches in photonics research.
Precision-Spectroscopy Experiments: Advancing precision-spectroscopy experiments and investigating light-controlled electron motion in solids.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the IMPRS-APS programme, applicants must:
Hold a master’s degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Theoretical Physics, Experimental Physics, or related fields.
Demonstrate proficiency in English (minimum B2 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages).
Have a strong academic record and research potential.
Application Procedure
To apply for the IMPRS-APS programme, candidates must:
Complete the online application form available on the IMPRS-APS website.
Submit a detailed CV, Motivation Letter, Certificates, Language certificate and References
Submit all required documents by the application deadline of January 31, 2025.
🗓️ Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
ℹ️ After pre-selection, a few candidates will be invited to visit Garching to participate in an interview round scheduled for March 28, 2025.
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