To make education accessible and affordable to its international students, the University of Copenhagen has established the PhD Candidate Position in Molecular Biology at BRIC for the academic year 2025-2026.
To be eligible, applicants must hold a master’s degree in life sciences or medicine and have hands-on experience in iPSC culture and differentiation, organoid models, tissue staining, spatial transcriptomics, flow cytometry, and working with patient-derived samples. Strong organizational skills and fluency in English are also required.
Established in 1479, the University of Copenhagen is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. Renowned for its high academic standards and world-class research, it offers a dynamic and international environment for both students and researchers. The university is a member of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU) and consistently ranks among the top universities globally. With a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and societal impact, the University of Copenhagen provides excellent facilities and opportunities across a wide range of disciplines.
Københavns Universitet Information
Established in 1479, Københavns Universitet (University of Copenhagen) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Copenhagen (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Capital Region of Denmark. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark), Københavns Universitet (KU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Københavns Universitet (KU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 540 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all countries
Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Molecular Biology or related disciplines offered by the University of Copenhagen
Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
Hold an M.Sc. or equivalent degree in life sciences or medicine
Have practical experience with:
Human iPSC culture and differentiation
Organoid models
Sectioning/staining of liver tissues
10X Xenium spatial transcriptomics
Multicolor flow cytometry and cell sorting
Working with patient-derived materials
Demonstrate excellent organizational and multitasking skills
Possess strong written and spoken English proficiency
Candidates who do not meet the required skills and experience are discouraged from applying.
Application Process
Applicants must submit the following documents in English through the University of Copenhagen’s online portal (click on “ Apply Now” on the official page):
For questions, contact Laboratory Coordinator Ulf Tiemann at: