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International PhD Position in Applied Immunology, Denmark

Applications are invited for International  PhD Position in Applied Immunology at the University of Copenhagen’s Department of Immunology and Microbiology. The fellowship supports innovative research that bridges fundamental immunology and vaccine development.

Eligibility for this PhD position requires applicants to hold a master’s degree equivalent to a Danish MSc in a relevant field such as Immunology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or Biotechnology. Candidates must also demonstrate strong hands-on experience with immunological assays, molecular biology techniques, and vaccine-related research.

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Application Deadline: 24 November 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Copenhagen, Novo Nordisk Foundation Initiative for Vaccines and Immunity (NIVI Research Center)
  • Department: Department of Immunology and Microbiology
  • Course Level: PhD
  • Award: Salary
  • Access Mode: Online application
  • Number of Awards: NA
  • Nationality: International and domestic applicants
  • The award can be taken in: Denmark

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD in Applied Immunology, within the Department of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Copenhagen.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following:

  • Hold a degree equivalent to a Danish Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Biomedicine, Biotechnology, or a related field (180 ECTS BSc + 120 ECTS MSc).

  • Proven hands-on experience in immunological assays such as ELISA, ELISpot, Western Blot, cytokine profiling, cell/tissue staining.

  • Practical experience with flow cytometry, primer design, vector cloning, qPCR, bacterial transformation.

  • Experience in protein production and purification.

  • FELASA A/B/D certification.

  • Background in vaccine development.

  • Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, communication skills, and experience working in multidisciplinary teams.

  • Must meet the entry requirements for PhD enrollment at the Graduate School, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their application electronically through the University of Copenhagen’s online recruitment system by clicking “Apply now.” The application should include:

  1. A motivated letter (max. one page)

  2. Updated CV with education, experience, and skills

  3. Certified Master’s degree diploma and transcript (or current transcript if not completed) with an authorized English translation

  4. Publication list (if available)

Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will undergo academic assessment as per university regulations.

Benefits

  • Full-time PhD employment (37 hours/week) for 3 years

  • Salary and pension according to the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations agreement

  • Access to world-class research facilities

  • Opportunity to work in a mission-driven research center focused on developing innovative vaccines

  • PhD courses worth approximately 30 ECTS

  • Structured mentorship, research training, and the chance to collaborate with leading scientists in immunology and vaccine development

  • International, collaborative, multicultural work environment.

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