Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences (MPI-NAT), Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization (MPI-DS), German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), German Primate Center (DPZ), Göttingen computing and IT competence centre (GWDG)
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The IMPRS for Genome Science programme aims to combine state-of-the-art techniques in experimental sciences and computational life sciences.
Over the last decade, the molecular life sciences have undergone a major development. Currently, the analysis of individual genes, RNAs, proteins, and metabolites is often complemented by an analysis of cellular systems in their entirety. However, this development also poses a major challenge, namely the challenge of closing the cycle of experiment, data analysis, and the generation of testable hypotheses. To tackle this challenge, a new generation of genome scientists will be trained. These scientists will be specialists in an experimental or a theoretical discipline but also understand enough of the other disciplines to speak a common language and engage in fruitful exchange and collaboration.
The IMPRS for Genome Science will train researchers in functional genomics, quantitative proteomics, bioimaging, computational biology, and bioinformatics.
The IMPRS for Genome Science programme is embedded in the Göttingen Graduate Center for Neurosciences, Biophysics, and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB).
Each doctoral student will conduct a three-year research project. In addition to the regular supervision of PhD students by their primary supervisors, PhD students of the IMPRS for Genome Science will benefit from receiving additional mentoring from their individual thesis advisory committee (TAC). The TAC consists of a primary supervisor and two additional faculty members who are independent of the primary supervisor. TACs typically include members from different institutions to foster cross-institutional and cross-disciplinary interactions. The TAC meeting takes place once a year.
The Graduate Center for Neurosciences, Biophysics, and Molecular Biosciences (GGNB) offers a joint modular training programme that is open to all GGNB students. All doctoral programmes of the GGNB contribute to this training programme. A central core curriculum is offered that ensures that PhD students receive a broad training in genome science, have access to the methods and approaches required to tackle their specific research questions, and familiarise themselves with the interdisciplinary approach of modern genome science.
The IMPRS for Genome Science will train researchers specifically in functional genomics, quantitative proteomics, bioimaging, computational biology, and bioinformatics. Theoretical and methods training will be complemented by a lecture series on genome sciences. In addition, students will be able to participate in seminars and courses for communication and presentation techniques or project and team management. They will be further encouraged to organise lectures with external speakers or annual symposia.
Option of research collaboration with other research institutions
Fees are around 400 EUR per semester. The fees include a prepaid semester ticket that entitles students to use regional trains (in Lower Saxony and Bremen) and city buses in Göttingen free of charge. Students of the University of Göttingen receive discounts for cultural events. Meals and drinks are also available at reduced prices at all university canteens.
Fees: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/fee
Semester ticket: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/16432.html
The average cost of living in Göttingen is modest compared to other major university cities in Germany. Currently, expenses for accommodation, food, health insurance and books are approx. 1,000 EUR per month. Please note that fees for health insurance may vary according to age. Living expenses might be slightly higher. For further information, please see the following link: www.uni-goettingen.de/en/54664.html
Doctoral fellowships are available at approx. 1,200 to 1,500 EUR per month.
Master's degree or equivalent in the life sciences, mathematics, computer sciences, statistics, biophysics, or a related field
Applicants whose native language is not English are asked to submit proof of proficiency in English. If no English test is available, proficiency in English can be evaluated during a personal interview. Proven higher education in English or a reasonably long stay in an English-speaking country may also be acceptable forms of proof.
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Online registration at: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/de/556704.html
The Accommodation Service of the International Office supports international students who are enrolled at the University of Göttingen to find accommodation in Göttingen and serves as a point of contact for queries. The service works together with the private market in Göttingen and the Student Services ("Studentenwerk"). As the amount of accommodations in Göttingen is limited, it is highly recommended to contact the Accommodation Service as early as possible. For further information, please see the following link: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/617883.html.
Please note: For doctoral students, accommodation services are only available if you have a low income.
The Georg-August University School of Science (GAUSS) is dedicated to support young researchers in their postdoc and late-stage PhD phase in pursuing a successful career inside or outside of academia. More information can be found here: http://www.gauss.uni-goettingen.de/career
The Welcome Centre is a service facility for internationally mobile researchers and academics at the University of Göttingen. IMPRS-GS PhD students are eligible to get support on visa issues, accommodation and resident registration.
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