Location: Hamburg, Germany

Positions: PhD positions in interdisciplinary climate research 

Application Deadline: 15 September 2026

Start Date: (from) March 2027

Financial Support: Approximately 2,150 EUR/month for three years

Website: IMPRS-ESM Application

Contact: office.imprs at mpimet.mpg.de 

The International Max Planck Research School on Earth System Modelling (IMPRS-ESM) invites outstanding students from all over the world to apply for PhD positions in our renowned PhD program. Based in Hamburg, our program offers excellent training and top-level structured supervision in climate research, supported by the renowned Max Planck Institute for Meteorology (MPI-M) and the Universität Hamburg (UHH).

Why Join IMPRS-ESM?

• Interdisciplinary focus: We address the processes and dynamics of the Earth system at different temporal and spatial scales to improve predictive capability.
• Comprehensive education: Enjoy numerous opportunities for scientific training, skills development and problem solving.
• Diverse research areas: Work on numerical models, analyzing large data sets, statistical methods and more in a unique scientific environment.

Who Should Apply? 

The School encompasses the broader field of Earth sciences, including economics and social sciences, emphasizing the physical system in the natural science part of the program. Our program is open to applicants who have a Master's degree (with written thesis) in physics, geophysical sciences (including meteorology and oceanography), ecology, mathematics, computer science, engineering, economics, or political science. Students who are still working on their Master's thesis are also encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• Structured supervision: Benefit from guided mentorship throughout your PhD journey.
• Financial support: Receive funding of about 2,150 Euros per month for three years.
• No tuition fees: Only a semester fee is charged by the university (includes ticket for public transport).

Application Process

Apply online through our website by 15 September 2026. The selection process includes interviews in late November 2026.

Contact Us

For any questions, please contact us at office.imprs at mpimet.mpg.de

Explore more about our program here

Join us at IMPRS-ESM and contribute to cutting-edge climate research with a diverse and dynamic team in Hamburg, Germany!