PhD Fellowship in Natural History Museum Ethics, Denmark

  •  PhD
  •  08-May-2025
  •   Denmark
  • $$  Salary

Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in the PhD Fellowship in Natural History Museum Ethics offered by the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. The application is now open for the academic year 2025/2026.

Applicants must hold a master’s degree in museum studies, cultural heritage, public policy, or a related field, with a strong background in applied ethics. They should have experience with museum exhibitions, collections, or archives—preferably within natural history—and possess strong communication skills in English and working knowledge of Danish.

Application Deadline: 8 May 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Copenhagen

  • Department: Natural History Museum Denmark, Faculty of Science

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Københavns Universitet Information

Københavns Universitet Grants

PhD Fellowship in Natural History Museum Ethics, Denmark 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 nationalities.

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in the fields of museum studies, cultural heritage, public policy and administration, or related fields within the social sciences or humanities.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet all the following criteria:

    • Hold a degree equivalent to a Danish Master’s degree (MSc) related to the subject area.

    • Solid background in applied ethics, social and environmental history, or similar.

    • Working knowledge of applied ethics in public sector governance and museum practice.

    • Fundamental understanding of natural history and biological principles.

    • Strong interest in methods bridging science and the humanities.

    • Relevant experience working with museum exhibitions, collections, and archives, preferably within natural history.

    • Experience with planning and conducting independent fieldwork, preferably in international settings.

    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

    • Strong communication skills in English and working knowledge of Danish.

    • Relevant publications (if available) are an advantage.

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Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their application in English electronically by clicking the “ APPLY NOW” link provided in the announcement. Applications must include:

  • A motivated letter of application (max. one page)

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Original diplomas for Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees with transcripts (and authorized English translations if necessary)

  • A publication list (if available)

  • Up to two reference letters (if available)

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