Do you want to study in Denmark? If yes, then don’t miss the opportunity to apply for International PhD Positions in Analytical Chemistry and Biochemistry offered by the University of Copenhagen.

The aim of the University of Copenhagen International scholarship is to find new and sustainable sources of saponins, establish their scale-up for their use as bio-pesticides, and to understand the fate of saponins if applied as bio-pesticides to soil environments.

The University of Copenhagen (UCPH) is a public research university. Founded in 1479, the second-oldest university in Scandinavia and one of the best in the Nordic countries and Europe. It offers various degree programmes.

The University of Copenhagen will provide a starting salary, pension, and terms of employment following the agree­ment between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

• Eligible Countries: All nationalities are eligile for this University of Copenhagen International scholarship.
• Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree in Analytical Chemistry and Biochemistry.
• Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:

• Applicants should hold an MSc degree in biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, plant biology or analytical chemistry and should be fluent in both spoken and written English.
• You must have completed a degree program equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular biology, plant biology or analytical chemistry.

• How to Apply: In order to apply for the fellowship, all interested candidates are required to take admission in a PhD degree at the University of Copenhagen. After being enrolled, applicants can complete the online application form for this award.
• Supporting Documents: Your application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking “Apply Now” below and must include the following documents in PDF format:

• Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
• Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
• Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
• Publication list (if relevant)
• Reference letters (if available)
• Admission Requirements: Students must hold qualifications corresponding to a master’s degree related to the subject area of the project to secure admission.
• Language Requirement: Applicants must have proficient in English, both verbally and in writing.