The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a PhD Fellowship in Optimization of Gene Editing Tools. The study award is designed for the academic session 2025/2026.
Eligibility for the PhD fellowship at the University requires candidates to hold or be nearing the completion of a Master’s degree in relevant fields such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Cell Biology. Applicants must demonstrate experience in cell culture, gene editing, live cell imaging, molecular biology techniques, and computational image analysis.Founded in 1479, the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Northern Europe. Located in Denmark’s vibrant capital, it is renowned for its cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary approach, and emphasis on sustainability and innovation. With over 40,000 students and a diverse international community, UCPH offers a wide range of programs across its six faculties, fostering academic excellence and global collaboration.
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.