Join us in shaping the future at the intersection of life sciences and engineering. The structured Graduate School Life Science Engineering at TU Darmstadt is seeking 6 excellent international PhD students to join the EU MSCA-COFUND program trainLSE. Following a successful first call, we are now opening the second call for applications and invite highly motivated and talented candidates to become part of our vibrant research community. Prof. Andreas Blaeser - Research Profile - Institute for BioMedical Printing Technology BioMedical Printing Technology is an interdisciplinary field at the intersection of engineering, biology, and medicine. It aims to develop processes and demonstrators that advance regenerative and personalized medicine, improve quality of life in an aging society, and drive the biologization of technology. Using functional and multidimensional printing, we enable gentle integration of living organisms, functional materials, and electronic components. A core example is 3D bioprinting, where living cells embedded in hydrogels are printed to form tissue structures. Our research spans diverse applications: Biosensors for detecting antibiotic residues in food or early pathogen identification. Bioprinted in vitro models that enable patient-specific drug testing and reduce animal experiments. Bio-printed tissues as implants in regenerative medicine, potentially reducing reliance on donor organs. In vitro meat production, aiming to provide animal- and climate-friendly alternatives to conventional meat. By uniting living and technical matter with cell-friendly manufacturing, the institute addresses medical, technological, and sustainability challenges. BioMedical Printing thus offers both innovative healthcare solutions and resource-conscious approaches for the future. Please read the application requirements and selection process carefully BEFORE applying. Eligibility criteria Applicants must not be in the possession of a doctoral degree An excellent Master degree in life sciences or engineering disciplines, obtained no more than 5 years ago Applicants must not have been resident in Germany for more than 12 months in the last three years before application deadline (exceptions: compulsory military service, refugee status) ? Applicants finishing their Master’s after the deadline may still apply. In this case, upload your Bachelor’s certificate instead. Application requirements Applications must be submitted exclusively via the online form. Email submissions will not be considered. Required documents CV Motivation letter BSc and MSc certificates and transcripts at least two references (contact details) proof of English proficiency (certificate, university confirmationm or prior academic work in English) We strongly encourage applicants to submit their own research proposal️ Full-time employment contract form TUDa, co-funded by the EU until the end of the program in March 2029 International and structured PhD program Interdisciplinary supervision and research environment Extracurricular seminars and training for developing transferable skills Mobility grant for conducting research abroad