Cluster of Excellence 'Balance of the Microverse' Doctoral Fellowships

Doctoral positions at the Microverse Cluster of Excellence, studying the chemical dynamics and molecular signals that govern complex host-microbiome interactions and ecosystem balance.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Master's in Microbiology, Chemical Ecology, Bioinformatics, or Molecular Biology
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Solid background in microbial communication, metabolomics, or microbiome sequencing
Recommendation letters: Two letters of appraisal

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Salaried TV-L E13 position (65%, approx. €34,000/year gross) funded by DFG
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: €0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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