OpenFieldMax Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces Joint Research Placement
Advanced experimental research placement situated in Potsdam-Golm exploring biomimetic materials, self-assembling polymers, and mechanical properties of natural tissues.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled postgraduate candidate in physics, chemistry, or biophysics
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 overall
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research curriculum and laboratory thesis summary
- Recommendation letters
- Academic institute supervisor endorsement
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- €2,200 monthly research stipend plus access to synchrotron and cryo-EM facilities
- Application fee
- €0
- Tuition / joining costs
- N/A (Funded laboratory placement)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Potsdam documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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