For agricultural science, biology, and life science graduates looking to pursue doctoral research with real-world global impact, a major fully funded opportunity is open.
The CGIAR++ Science and Impact Hub has opened applications for its 2026 PhD Scholarship programme in Germany, offering 10 fully funded doctoral positions for talented researchers.
1. Program Overview & Structure
This unique doctoral initiative bridges rigorous academic research with international agricultural development:
- Host Country: Germany (enrolment at an affiliated German university).
- Research Placement: Conducted within a CGIAR++ research centre.
- Joint Supervision: Candidates receive co-supervision from a senior CGIAR++ scientist and a German university professor.
- Application Deadline: November 30, 2026.
2. Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Requirements)
The scholarship welcomes qualified international candidates who meet the following academic criteria:
- Degree Requirement: Hold a Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Biology, or a closely related discipline.
- Academic Record: Must have obtained an above-average final academic grade.
- Research Proposal: Must develop a scientific research proposal in coordination with a senior CGIAR++ scientist and a German university professor.
- Language Proficiency: Demonstrate sufficient English-language proficiency.
3. Required Application Documents
Applicants must prepare and submit their complete documentation as a single PDF file via email to hub@landscapealliance.org:
- Letter of Motivation: A signed, one-page statement detailing your background, research interests, and motivation.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): A signed, dated, tabular CV (maximum one page).
- Research Proposal: Prepared using the official CGIAR++ Science and Impact Hub template, demonstrating relevance to ongoing CGIAR++ research activities.
- Academic Credentials: Master’s degree certificate and official academic transcripts issued by your university’s examination office.
- Supervision Confirmation: An official confirmation letter using the designated template from a German university professor confirming academic supervision.
- English Language Proof: Certificate verifying English proficiency.
Summary Checklist for Applicants
| Action Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Find Supervisors | Connect with a CGIAR++ scientist and a German university professor to align on a research proposal. |
| Compile Package | Prepare your 1-page motivation letter, CV, research proposal, and degree transcripts. |
| Secure Confirmation | Obtain the official supervisor endorsement template. |
| Submit Application | Access official templates and submission guidelines directly via the CGIAR++ Hub Application Portal, and email your complete single-PDF file to hub@landscapealliance.org by November 30, 2026. |