The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen is proud to announce PhD Position in Newborn Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics at the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences.

Candidates should possess a curious mindset and a profound interest in neonatal health and diseases. Prior experience with animal models, laboratory techniques in molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, and metabolism is highly desirable. Additionally, familiarity with omics analyses or handling big data would be advantageous. This PhD position presents an unparalleled opportunity for dedicated researchers to embark on a journey of discovery, innovation, and impactful contribution to the field of neonatal health.

The University of Copenhagen is the largest institution of research and education in Denmark, with over 38,000 students and more than 9,000 employees. Founded in 1479, it is the oldest university in Denmark. The University of Copenhagen is highly ranked, being the 5th best university in Europe. It has produced 10 Nobel Laureates, 37 Prime Ministers of Denmark, and 34 Olympic medalists.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2024, 23:59 pm CET

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Copenhagen
• Department: Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
• Course Level: PhD
• Award: Full-time employment for 3 years
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: NA
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: Denmark

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the university
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Hold a Master’s degree related to the subject area of the project (e.g., medicine, biomedicine, immunology, microbiology, biology, veterinary medicine)
• Demonstrate a strong interest in neonatal health and diseases
• Have relevant experience with animal models, preferably models of infectious/inflammatory diseases, and laboratory skills related to molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, and metabolism
• Any experience with omics analyzes (transcriptomics, metabolomics) or handling big data is a plus.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents in PDF format:

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
2. CV including education, experience, language skills, and other relevant skills
3. Master of Science diploma and transcript of records
4. Publication list (if possible)
5. Applicants must complete the online application form for this funding program.

Benefits

The successful candidate will:

• Carry out an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses or other equivalent education corresponding to approximately 30 ECTS points
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution
• Gain experience with teaching or other types of dissemination related to the PhD project
• Write a PhD thesis based on the research project

For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor, Duc Ninh Nguyen (Email: [email protected]).

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