Technical University of Munich PhD and Postdoc Positions in Germany (2026)

Applications are now open for multiple fully funded PhD (doctoral) and Postdoc positions at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), one of Germany’s leading technical universities. These positions span diverse fields such as social sciences, nanotechnology, epigenetics, food science, entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and engineering.

Most positions offer a competitive salary according to the German public sector pay scale (TV-L E13), social benefits, and the chance to work in an international research environment. They are open to candidates from all nationalities. There is no application fee. Deadlines vary, some have specific dates (e.g., mid-May to June 2027), while many are rolling or “apply soon” with no fixed closing date. Start dates are typically in 2026. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: PhD and Postdoc
• Host Country: Germany
• Host Institution: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
• Application Deadline: Varies by position (some open until filled; check individual postings)
• Funding Type: Fully funded salaried positions
• Application Fee: None

What These Positions Offer:

• Competitive monthly salary (TV-L E13 scale, typically €4,000 – €5,000+ gross depending on experience and working hours)
• Health insurance, pension contributions, and other standard social benefits
• Hands-on research experience in modern laboratories and facilities
• Opportunity to publish papers in high-quality journals
• Funding to attend international conferences and workshops
• Strong academic and industry networking opportunities
• Structured PhD training through TUM Graduate School (for doctoral candidates)
• Mentoring and possible teaching experience
• Support for international candidates including visa assistance

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Eligibility Criteria:

• For PhD positions: Hold (or be close to completing) a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field with strong academic record.
• For Postdoc positions: Hold a PhD in a related discipline.
• Strong motivation, research skills, and English proficiency (German may be helpful but often not required).
• Specific requirements (e.g., programming, lab skills, fieldwork) vary by project.
• Open to all nationalities; international applicants are encouraged.

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Open PhD and Postdoc Positions (May 2026 postings):

• Two Doctoral Researchers (m/f/d) for the “Convivial Waterfronts” Research Project (TUM School of Social Sciences and Technology) Transdisciplinary project in urban political ecology, convivial conservation, and marine social science. Fieldwork in Cádiz (Spain) or Vlora (Albania). Deadline: 10 June 2027 APPLY HERE
  
• Promotionsstelle – Charakterisierung von Funktionalisierten Magnetischen Nanopartikeln (m/w/d) (PhD)
  BMWK project on synthesis, functionalization, and analytical characterization of magnetic nanoparticles for critical raw materials.
  Deadline: Not specified (recent posting; apply soon) APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral and Ph.D. positions in the epigenetics of aging and sex-biased disease (Andergassen lab) Combines allele-specific epigenomics, sequencing, viral vectors, and CRISPR. Deadline: Not specified (recent; rolling likely) APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Student (m/f/d) (Leibniz-LSB@TUM, Food Biopolymer Chemistry) Part-time (65% TV-L 13), start October 01, 2026, initial 3 years.
  Deadline: Not specified (recent posting) APPLY HERE

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• Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter (Doktorand) (m/w/d) mit Schwerpunkt Entrepreneurship & Family Enterprise
  (TUM School of Management, Heilbronn) Start September 2026 or by agreement, initial 24 months (extendable).
  Deadline: Not specified APPLY HERE
  
• Research Associate (Doctoral Student) (m/f/x) in Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise (TUM School of Management, Heilbronn) TV-L E13 at Global Center for Family Enterprise. Deadline: Not specified APPLY HERE
  
• PhD / Doctoral Researcher Positions (m/f/d) in artificial intelligence for the built environment (Chair of Computing in Civil and Building Engineering) Research Assistant position with PhD opportunity, 100% TV-L E13. Deadline: Not specified (recent) APPLY HERE
  
• Promotionsstelle im Rahmen des Forschungsprojektes “Modulation der Geschmackswahrnehmung…” (PhD) Food technology/engineering focus.
  Deadline: Not specified APPLY HERE
  
• 3 PhD Positions in Empirical Economics & Data Science (TUM Campus Heilbronn) Initial 4 years.
  Deadline: Not specified (apply soon) APPLY HERE
  
• PhD student position in computational mechanics (Mechanics & High Performance Computing Group) Start around June 2026, 100% funded.
  Deadline: Not specified APPLY HERE
  
• PhD Position in Fault Detection and Isolation (m/f/d) (Chair of Space Mobility and Propulsion) — Recent enough for applications. APPLY HERE
  
• Postdoctoral Researcher in Production and Resource Economics — APPLY HERE
  
• Ph.D. Student / Junior Researcher positions (Agricultural/Resource/Environmental Economics)
  APPLY HERE
  
• PhD/Postdoc Position for Safe Data-Driven Identification of Cyber-Physical Systems (Prof. Matthias Althoff)
  Closing: 15 May 2026 (apply immediately). APPLY HERE

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How to Apply:

1. Visit the specific position page via the TUM portal.
2. Prepare required documents (usually CV, motivation letter, transcripts, references, and sometimes a research proposal).
3. Submit via the email or online form indicated on the posting.
4. Apply early as positions are often filled on a rolling basis.

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