The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) for Quantum Dynamics in Physics, Chemistry and Biology is a graduate school offering a doctoral degree program in these disciplines.The IMPRS is a joint initiative of the Max Planck Institute for Nuclear Physics, Ruprecht-Karls University, the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), the Max Planck Institute for Medical reserach (all in Heidelberg) and the Heavy Ion Research Center (GSI) in Darmstadt. Membership in the Heidelberg Graduate School of Fundamental Physics is envisaged. Further information may be found on the school’s website http://www.mpi-hd.mpg.de/imprs-qd/.

Applications of students from all countries are welcome. To be eligible for PhD studies at the University of Heidelberg, applicants should have a Master of Science degree (or equivalent). Applicants who do not have a Master thesis may be accepted if they can prove their ability to carry out independent research projects. International applicants whose mother-tongue is not English or German are advised to provide a proof of English proficiency.

At equal level of qualification, candidates with disabilities are given preference. Women are encouraged to apply.

Applications for the academic program starting in September 2007 must be received by May 15, 2007. Each applicant has to initiate his/her application by registering online at http://www.mpi-hd.mpg.de/imprs-qd/ and following the steps outlined there.