PhD student (m/f/d) 100% “Cultural Grooming and Social Bonds in Great Apes” (Job Code 176)
Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (Max-Planck-Institut für Verhaltensbiologie), Minerva Fast Track Group Culture and Social Behavior
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Who can apply: A Master’s degree (by the start date) in biology, ecology, psychology, evolutionary anthropology or another relevant field. Working language English, German not required. No citizenship restriction is stated. What is funded: Fully funded for 3.5 years (TVöD salary scale E-13, 65%); start 1 January 2027, no later than 1 March 2027; membership of IMPRS-QBEE. Deadline: 23 October 2026.
Read the full call and apply on the official page: Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior (Max-Planck-Institut für Verhaltensbiologie), Minerva Fast Track Group Culture and Social Behavior, official page.
Who can apply
- A Master's degree (by the start date) in biology, ecology, psychology, evolutionary anthropology or another relevant field. Working language English, German not required. No citizenship restriction is stated.
Stage dates
Apply through the IMPRS application system with a research statement (max. 2 pages, with a mock figure), CV, one letter of recommendation plus one further reference contact, and BSc and MSc transcripts.23 October 2026
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