2026 Fully Funded PhD Positions Available at the Munich Center for Machine Learning (MCML)

The Munich Center for Machine Learning (MCML) is a joint research initiative of Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU) and Technische Universität München (TUM). It is one of six nationwide AI centers in Germany to receive permanent funding as part of the German and Bavarian government's AI strategy. You will develop a PhD research project in a field related to one of the three research areas of MCML: Foundations of Machine Learning; Perception, Vision, and NLP; and Domain-Specific Machine Learning.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNovember 14, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorLudwig Maximilians Universitat Munchen (LMU)
• City to studyBavaria, Bavaria
• School to studyLudwig Maximilians Universitat Munchen (LMU), Technical University of Munich
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• You will join one of the top AI research centers in Germany and in Europe with access to an excellent network of scholars and scientists. MCML currently has 80 principal investigators working in one of our three core research areas.
• LMU and TUM offer high-caliber research facilities with extensive support for developing innovative and cutting-edge research projects.
• Your office will be located at LMU Munich or at the Technical University of Munich.
• LMU Munich and TUM provide diverse benefits for their employees, including support for scientists from overseas.
• LMU Munich and TUM are interested in increasing the number of female faculty members and encourage women to apply.

Requirements

• Master’s or equivalent graduate degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, mathematics, statistics, data science, physics or a related field from a recognized college or university. If you received your degree from a university outside of Germany, it must be equivalent to the corresponding German degree. A final decision regarding eligibility will require the approval of university officials.
• Degree must be completed by July 1, 2026.
• Final grade of MSc degree at least 2.3 (or overall average grade if MSc degree is yet to be awarded) when converted to the German system.
• A very good command of the English language.
• Strong interest in scientific pursuits.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, kindly visit LMU scholarship webpage.