The University of Copenhagen is now accepting applications from eligible and motivated students for the International PhD Fellowships in Infant Gut Microbiome for the academic session 2022-2023
The basic aim of the educational grant is to assist those outstanding International students who wish to pursue their PhD Degree at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark.
The University of Copenhagen is Denmark’s oldest university and research centre. It provides about 200 academic programmes in a variety of subjects, including health sciences, humanities, law, and life sciences. The university is committed to providing high-quality research-based education. As part of a world-class research team, students will have the opportunity to improve their international careers.
Host Institution:
University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Degree Level:
PhD Degree
Department:
Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports
Number of Scholarships:
Not Given
Course/Subject Areas:
PhD degree program in Infant Gut Microbiome
Target Group:
All Nationalities can apply
Application Deadline:
March 6, 2022
Scholarship Value/Duration:
The University of Copenhagen will provide an annual salary at a minimum of DKK 328.355 (approx. €43,750), including an annual supplement (+ pension at a minimum of DKK 53,360). Negotiation for a salary supplement is possible.
Eligible Criteria for the University of Copenhagen International PhD Fellowships in Infant Gut Microbiome 2022-2023
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A MSc degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Human Nutrition, or related field with excellent results. Applicants expecting to obtain the MSc degree in the near future are also encouraged to apply
- Natural interest and ability to engage with children and families with empathy
- An independent, rational, and creative mindset promoting teamwork and solutions.
- Self-motivated and highly organized personality with a strong drive.
- Willing to relocate to Ireland for an external research stay of 3-6 months.
- Excellent communication skills in both spoken and written Danish (or related Nordic language) and English.
- Experience with microbiome sequencing and metabolomics is an advantage
- Hands-on experience with human intervention/cohort studies is an advantage.
- Experience with omics data analyses using statistical computing software such as R is an advantage
- Applicants must have a motivated letter of application
- CV incl. education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
- Diploma and transcripts of records (BSc and MSc)
- List of publications (if applicable),
- Letter(s) of recommendation (optional)
- If English is not your first language, you should provide evidence of English language ability: IELTS, TOEFL, or other acceptable proof.
Application Instructions:
- How to Apply: To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must fill out and submit the online application form. Before it, applicants are required to become a part of the University of Copenhagen as a PhD student at the Department of Biology.
- Supporting Documents: Candidates must submit a cover letter, CV, diploma, and transcripts of records (BSc and MSc), other information for consideration, e.g. list of publications (if any).