IMPRS-QST & MQV Doctoral Fellowships in Quantum Science and Technology

PhD Student

, Quantum Computing

, Quantum Information Theory

, Quantum Simulation

, Quantum Software

, Quantum Hardware

, Quantum Matter

, Quantum Communication

, Quantum Sensing

The International Max Planck Research School for Quantum Science and Technology (IMPRS-QST) and the Munich Quantum Valley (MQV) gladly announce the open call for several fully funded PhD fellowships for the Fall of 2025. We invite passionate and dedicated young professionals to seize this career opportunity and join us for their PhD in quantum science and technology.

Fields of Research

The research fields covered by IMPRS-QST and MQV include but are not limited to:

• Atomic physics and quantum optics

• Solid-state physics and material science

• Quantum information theory

• Quantum many-body systems

• Quantum-related fields of electrical engineering and computer science

Selection process

The Munich Quantum Valley fellowship competition is highly selective, aiming to award five fellowships annually.

The candidates can choose to additionally apply for the IMPRS-QST Munich doctoral fellowships. The selection of candidates for both types of fellowships for the start in Fall 2025 will take place in parallel by separate committees in mid-February, with the final interview round in the middle of March 2025. It is therefore possible to apply for both fellowships in one call. After the selection process, candidates chosen for both fellowships would have to decide for one of the fellowships.

Additionally, during the selection process, other Bavarian research groups, funded through different channels (e.g., Bavarian, federal, or European schemes), can also screen candidates applying for the fellowships. They have the opportunity to review candidate profiles, attend their presentations online, and recruit highly qualified candidates for their own PhD positions. This means that the number of applicants securing PhD positions may exceed the number of available MQV fellowships.

Additional benefits

Munich Quantum Valley fellows and doctoral students affiliated with related research groups benefit from existing graduate programs at their respective institutions. Moreover, they can participate in QST summer schools and a wide range of workshops organized by MQV partners, including but not limited by:

• Two doctoral programs of International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRS) focused on Quantum Science and Technology ( IMPRS-QST) in Munich and the Physics of Light ( IMPRS-PL) in Erlangen
• Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology ( MCQST)

Diversity and Inclusion

The Munich Quantum Valley fellowship program is dedicated to attracting extraordinary students from diverse backgrounds. We explicitly encourage female candidates to apply and welcome students of all genders and ethnicities.

Application requirements and timeline

Applicants should have a Master's degree (or an equivalent qualification) with very good grades completed by the end of September 2025.

The application round is open from 11 October 2024 until 15 January 2025. Applicants selected for interviews will be informed around the end of February 2025. Interviews will be conducted online in the second half of March 2025.

Selected candidates have to choose a group from a list of research groups and make a binding commitment within one month after the announcement of the results of the selection procedure. Selected candidates can start their doctoral studies at any time after completion of their Master's degree, but not later than 1 December 2025.

To apply for MQV & IMPRS doctoral fellowships, visit the application portal!