University of Copenhagen 2020 PhD fellow in Epigenetics

University of Copenhagen through the Faculty of Science is offering a PhD scholarship for Science graduates who are interested in the field of Epigenetics at the Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences. The Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences is part of a stimulating and international research environment. The position is supported by the Danish National Research Foundation Grant and is looking for exceptionally motivated students to elucidate the subject matter of epigenetics

• Table of Content
• About University of Copenhagen (UCPH)
• UCPH PhD fellow in Epigenetics
• Aim and Benefits of UCPH PhD fellow in Epigenetics
• Requirements for UCPH PhD fellow in Epigenetics Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Copenhagen (UCPH)

Driven by intellectual creativity and critical thinking since 1479, researchers and students at the University of Copenhagen have expanded horizons and contributed to moving the world forward. With its 5,000 researchers and 39,000 students, the University boasts an international research and study environment and is highly ranked on the leading ranking lists of the world's best universities. The University offers researchers and students the opportunity to develop their talent and launches ambitious interdisciplinary initiatives to support its strong academic communities. Through resear... continue reading

UCPH PhD fellow in Epigenetics

Aim and Benefits of UCPH PhD fellow in Epigenetics

Full tuition waiver, salary of DKK 331,125 (Approx. €43,750), annual supplement (+ pension at a minimum DKK 53,811)

Requirements for UCPH PhD fellow in Epigenetics Qualification

Applicants are to meet the following:

• Applicants must be students who are exceptionally motivated to elucidate the effects of epigenetic signalling during long non-coding RNA transcription on “genomic punctuation”.
• Applicants must be ready to undertake projects that involves design, execution and analysis of transcriptomics and epigenomics Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) data.
• Applicants with expertise and enthusiasm to analyse NGS data characterize candidates that match the profile for the position.
• Applicants must have obtained good master’s degree in relevant courses from a recognized university.

Eligibility courses: Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related fields 

Documents Required for Application

• Cover letter, stating which PhD project you are applying for and detailing motivation and background for applying for the specific PhD project.
• CV
• Transcripts and certificates of records (BSc and MSc)
• List of publications (if any)
• 1-3 reference letters (if any)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit UCPH website.