A PhD fellowship is available in the Computational Biology and Bioinformatics research group (https://ivh.ku.dk/bioinformatics), Center for non-coding RNA in Technology and Health (RTH), (http://rth.dk) at Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (https://ivh.ku.dk/english), Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at University of Copenhagen. Anti-microbial resistance (AMR) is a fast-increasing challenge for human health. The project is a part of the large PIG-PARADIGM consortium (https://pig-paradigm.net/), funded by the Novo Nordic Foundation, has the overall goal to prevent spreading of AMR by reducing antibiotic use in pig-production. Several strategies will be taken including microbial therapies that can diminish the need for antibiotics by production of more resilient pigs. Within this PhD project the goal is to explore and establish the molecular interactions between host and commensal as well as pathogenic microbes in various sections of the pig's intestine. The research aims to identify and associate these interactions in pigs with and without diarrhea. By gaining a deeper understanding of these interactions, the project will offer valuable insights into the characterization of resilience against pathogens. The PhD project will take place in collaboration with the research groups of Prof Merete Fredholm and Prof Mani Arumagam at University of Copenhagen.

Start date is May 1st, 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Bioinformatics group and research
The Computational Biology and Bioinformatics research group holds a long-standing interest in Computational RNA biology and transcriptomics but works in general on many different topics covering computational, algorithmic and biological aspects. The group holds a long interest in RNA structure, RNA interactions and transcriptome analysis, which over the years have evolved in different directions from gene network analysis and CRISPR. On the computational side the group both apply existing computational frameworks for data analysis, while developing algorithms as well. The group is located on Frederiksberg Campus. Our research environment is highly international and stimulating. We are involved in organizing seminars, workshops, summer schools with international speakers and have retreats with our international collaborators.

Project description

The PhD project concerns how commensal and pathogenic microbiota modulate host signaling in the intestine and aims to elucidate fundamental aspects of disease progression. Within the gut microbiome component, the project will identify microbial species, microbial gene functions, and gene clusters through DNA sequencing by PIG-PARADIGM consortium partners. Combined with tissue/fecal metabolomics, this will lead to microbial species/gene interaction networks and pathways. Conversely, on the host side gene networks and pathways will be identified through total and small RNA-seq data likewise established by PIG-PARADIGM consortium partners. The PhD project will make use of these established sets of host and microbiome gene networks etc and the abundance of genes within them to associate genes between host and microbe. To support the associations RNA-RNA interactions (host – microbe RNA) and RNA – protein interactions will be predicted. Within the analysis (long and short) non-coding RNAs and RNA structure on both host and bacteria will be included alongside the protein coding genes.

Principal supervisor is Professor, Jan Gorodkin, Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Phone: +45 23375667, Email: gorodkin@sund.ku.dk

Start: May 1, 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Duration: 3 years as a PhD student

Job description
Your key tasks as a PhD student at SUND are:

• Carrying through an independent research project under supervision, with content as outlined above in the project description.
• Completing PhD courses or other equivalent education corresponding to approximately 30 ECTS points.
• Participating in active research environments including a stay at another research team.
• Obtaining experience with teaching or other types of dissemination related to your PhD project
• Teaching and disseminating your knowledge.
• Writing a PhD thesis on the grounds of your project

Key criteria for the assessment of applicants                         
Applicants must have qualifications corresponding to a master’s degree related to the subject area of the project such as Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, Computer Science or similar areas. Most importantly that you meet the technical requirements in bullet #2 below. Please note that your master’s degree must be equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (two years).

Other important criteria are:

• The grade point average achieved
• Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project. This include (but not limited to):
  For the following criteria the level has to be at level where you are able to work independently:
  • A solid knowledge of network biology
  • Knowledge of Machine and Deep learning algorithms
  • Python and knowledge of C/C++, shell scripting and Unix/Linux operating system
• Relevant biological understanding
• Previous publications
• Relevant work experience
• Demonstrate that you can work independently while keeping the team up to date
• Pro-active in the project and its planning
• Other professional activities
• Language skills

Additional knowledge of RNA structures and interactions is considered as an advantage. Applicants are encouraged to explain in their motivation letter how they match the specific requirements listed in bullet #2 and other relevant qualifications. Motivation letters of general nature that are not specific for the requirements listed above are very often not informative and do not support the application.

Place of employment

The place of employment is at the Computational Biology and Bioinformatics group, Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. The work environment in the lab is highly dynamic and international with good synergy among the different research projects. The group has access to all the necessary computational infrastructure and high-performance computing needed for the project.

Terms of employment
The average weekly working hours are 37 hours per week.

The position is a fixed-term position limited to a period of 3 years. The start date is May 1, 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The employment is conditioned upon the applicant’s success­ful enrolment as a PhD student at the Graduate School at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant during an initial three-month employment as a research assistant.

The PhD study must be completed in accordance with The Ministerial Order on the PhD programme (2013) and the Faculty’s rules on achieving the degree.

Salary, pension and terms of employment are in accordance with the agree­ment between the Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. Depending on seniority, the monthly salary starts at approximately 28,400 DKK/Roughly 3,800 EUR (October 2022 level) plus pension.

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.
For specific questions regarding the HR process of recruitment, you can contact sund-hr-ivh@sund.ku.dk.

General information about PhD studies at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences is available at the Graduate School’s website: https://healthsciences.ku.dk/phd/guidelines/

Application procedure
Your application must be submitted electronically by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. The application must include the following documents in PDF format: 

1. Motivation letter of application

2. CV incl. education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position

3. Certified copy of original Master of Science diploma and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in other 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. As a prerequisite for a PhD fellowship employment, your master’s degree must be equivalent to a Danish master’s degree. We encourage you to read more in the assessment database: https://ufm.dk/en/education/recognition-and-transparency/find-assessments/assessment-database. Please note that we might ask you to obtain an assessment of your education performed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science

4. Publication list (if possible)

Application deadline:  February 26, 2024, 23.59pm CET (extended from February 12 2024)

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor.

The assessor makes a non-prioritized assessment of the academic qualifications and experience with respect to the above-mentioned area of research, techniques, skills and other requirements listed in the advertisement.

Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.

You find information about the recruitment process at: https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/

The applicants will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.

Interviews are expected to be held from February 26 and the following week.

The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background. 

Deadline: 2024-02-26 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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The Department of Anthropology and the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Copenhagen (UCPH), Denmark, invite applications for three postdoctoral positions in green energy transitions, climate politics and democratic citizenship. Each position is for two years and is to be filled by 15 May 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Project affiliation
The positions are part of two interdisciplinary research projects:

1. One postdoc with a background in political science and one postdoc with a background in anthropology (or related disciplines) will be affiliated to The Danish Model for Citizen Engagement in the Renewable Energy Transition (DART). The project is financed by the Innovation Fund’s Grand Solutions programme and the positions have a 24-month employment period. Primary workplace will be Department of Political Science (for the political science postdoc) and Department of Anthropology (for the anthropology postdoc).
2. One postdoc with a background in anthropology (or related disciplines) will be affiliated to the project Designing Community Collaboration for Sustainable Energy Parks (DEEP). The project is financed by the Innovation Fund and the position has a 24-month employment period. Primary workplace will be Department of Anthropology.

About the DART project
The DART project is headed by Associate Professor Simon Lex and Professor with special responsibilities Lars Tønder. The objective of the project is to investigate public resistance, citizen engagement, and democratic participation in the context of the green energy transition in Denmark. While a vast majority of the Danish population support the green transition, there is still a significant concern and resistance from local citizens and interest groups when it comes to the implementation of wind turbines, solar parks, PtX facilities and nuclear plants. This has spurred industry and policymakers to view civil resistance as a potential barrier that risks slowing down the green transition. The DART project takes an alternative approach by proposing that protesters, through their interference with industrial and political interests, engage in and contribute to a broader societal debate about societal change and new forms of participatory politics. Thus, the project defines local resistance not as being anti-government or anti-green, but rather as a venue for citizens to perform a democratic citizenship. By adopting this approach, the research aims to achieve two main objectives: firstly, to map and analyze the reasons behind resistance and protest; and secondly, to design models that facilitate citizen engagement in democratic participatory processes. For more information about the project, please visit the following link: https://jura.ku.dk/clima/research/dart/

About the DEEP project
The DEEP project is led by Associate Professor Simon Lex and focuses on the development and design of multifunctional energy parks. The planning of the green transition in Denmark has spurred so-called "green-vs-green conflicts" among a wide range of environmental and sustainability interests and stakeholders. These conflicts revolve around concerns regarding the potential impacts on landscapes, wildlife, and local cultural ecosystems. By studying the planning and development of renewable energy parks, the project has two main objectives: firstly, to map and analyze the reasons behind such green-vs-green conflicts; and secondly, to design models that facilitate the development of multifunctional parks, which integrate recreation, environmental conservation, biodiversity, and renewable energy. For more information about the project, please visit the following link: https://anthropology.ku.dk/dep/news/2023/can-wind-turbines-and-nature-interests-go-hand-in-hand/

Job content
Each postdoc is expected to conduct individual research in close collaboration with the project groups, consisting of early career and senior scholars, as well as external partners from both public and private sectors. The research will primarily rely on qualitative fieldwork, quantitative surveys and social scientific analysis. Additionally, the project will involve experimentation with the design of models for engagement and innovative forms of democratic participation. There will also be limited contribution to teaching in relevant courses. The postdocs will be affiliated with world-leading research departments and contribute to researcher groups such as Nature, Environment and Climate (NEC), Organization and Economy (OREO), and Research group on Climate, Environment and Change (REGROUP) – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). They will also engage with Green Solution Centre, a broader interdisciplinary initiative at the UCPH (https://greensolutions.ku.dk), as well as the national partnership “MissionGreenFuels” (https://missiongreenfuels.dk).

Qualifications
The candidates will be assessed according to the following qualifications:

• Specialization: The candidates for the anthropological studies in DART and DEEP must have obtained a Ph.D. degree in anthropology (or related fields), while the candidate for political studies in DART must have obtained a Ph.D. degree in political science.
• Qualitative and quantitative methods: Proficiency in conducting qualitative data collection and/or quantitative surveys.  
• Critical analysis and academic writing: The ability to develop critical analysis and produce high-quality academic texts.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration: Candidates should be able to actively participate in collaboration with researchers from other disciplines.
• Workshop and seminar: Experience in conducting workshops and seminars with partners from public and private sectors.
• Excellent English skills: Strong English language skills, both written and spoken.

Application  
Submit a complete application at our online portal. Click on the “Apply now” icon at the bottom of the page to apply. The documents must be in Adobe PDF or Word. 
Your application must be written in English and include the following documents:

• Application letter/cover letter – please indicate which of the three positions you apply for (max one page)
• Project description (max two pages)
• Curriculum vitae (with applicant’s e-mail & telephone number, one page)
• Documentation of qualifications (examination certificates/PhD diploma, Masters diploma etc.)
• Complete and numbered list of publications. The enclosed publications must be marked with *
• Documentation of teaching qualifications and research dissemination if any
• Publications. Applicants may choose a maximum of two publications for assessment. Publication dates must be clearly marked on the publication list. The publications selected must be uploaded as attachments

Strategy of the Faculty of Social Sciences
The Department of Anthropology and the Department of Political Science are part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. The Faculty is a successful academic community that strives to put knowledge into action by:

• Engaging partners in the co-creation of knowledge, learning and social change.
• Empowering our students to become reflective and responsible citizens who have the vision, the knowledge and the competences to change society for the better.
• Energising global, European and Danish communities of knowledge by innovating research methodologies and by research findings with impact

For more on the Faculty strategy, see: https://samf.ku.dk/fakultetet/strategi/.

Terms of Employment

• Further information on qualification requirements as postdoc can be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities 2019 here: https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/criteria-for-recognising-merit/dokumenter/Ministerial_Order_no._1443_of_11_December_2019_on_Job_Structure_for_Academic_Staff_at_Universities.pdf
• Terms of appointment and salary is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne).
• The salary range starts at DKK 36,412 per month + a 17.1 % contribution to the pension scheme. It is possible to negotiate salary supplements on an annual basis.

The recruitment process
Further information on the recruitment process at University of Copenhagen can be found here:  https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/

An Equal Opportunity Workplace
The University of Copenhagen is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to creating an inclusive working environment and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity etc. For more on the diverse working place environment at the University and the University’s participation in the HRS4R HR Excellence in Research, see https://employment.ku.dk/working-at-ucph/eu-charter-for-researchers/

International applicant?
The University of Copenhagen offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including support before and during your relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about these services as well as information on entering and working in Denmark here: https://ism.ku.dk/

Contact information
Information about the recruitment process is available from HR, e-mail: hrsc@hrsc.ku.dk, please refer to ID number: 211-1674/23-2I.

Additional information about the position can be obtained from Simon Lex, simon.lex@anthro.ku.dk, +45 31432839 and Lars Tønder, lt@ifs.ku.dk, +45 35320489.

The closing date for applications is 29 February 2024 at 23:59 [CET]

Applications or enclosures received thereafter will not be considered.

Deadline: 2024-02-29 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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 PhD fellowship in Biocomplexity

PhD Project in Universal growth laws of Viruses of Bacteria

The Niels Bohr Institute
Faculty of SCIENCE

University of Copenhagen

The Niels Bohr Institute invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in biocomplexity.

Start date is (expected to be) 1 September 2024 or thereafter.

The project

The project is part of the research project “Universal Growth Laws of Viruses of Bacteria”, led by Associate Professor Namiko Mitarai and financed by NERD Program (Novo Nordisk Foundation). The project consider bacterial viruses and their interactions with their host: These minute predators are drivers of microbial diversity, microbial evolution, and also an ideal model playground to study the interplay between a virus and its host. We aim to explore stochastic virus dynamics between and during infections on multiple scales, using tools from complex systems and biology. We also study the role of phages in pattern formation, including the epidemics like behaviour as phage spread in a 2 or 3-dimensional geometry. We have a strong connection between experiment and theory: We develop mathematical and computational models to mimic, suggest and perform experiments on these fascinating systems. The position allows to explore wide range of complex system questions associated to cooperativity and competition in life.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a talented, highly motivated and creative scientist who is interested in exploring fundamental questions in the exciting field of the physics of life. Scientists with strong mathematical and computational skills in physics/complex systems who want to extend their skills to biological systems with close collaboration with experimental biology are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidates must be imaginative and have the curiosity to drive the project. The candidate must have excellent English skills, both written and oral, and hold a Master's degree in physics, biophysics, quantitative biology, complex systems, or related disciplines. If you are (or are eligible to be) enrolled at one of the faculty’s master programs in physics, it is also an option to be enrolled in the integrated MSc and PhD program (See below).

Our group and research- and what do we offer?

We are part of the Center for Models of Life in the Biocomplexity section at the Niels Bohr Institute, located in Copenhagen. We conduct research on the science of complex phenomena in physics and biology. We engage on topics ranging from networks, non-equilibrium systems, gene regulatory dynamics, virus-host interactions, pattern formation, epidemics, microbial ecology and evolution, development of stem cells. We formulate models based on physical and mathematical principles and study these models with analytical and numerical methods. We also perform experiments on bacteria-phage system in our local laboratory. We have close international collaboration with many labs, for instance in USA, Japan, and India, and expect the successful candidate to visit them.The environment is very exciting and allows fantastic scientific and social interactions with many talented researchers.

Principal supervisor is Associate Professor Namiko Mitarai, Biocomplexity Section, The Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen.  E-mail: mitarai@nbi.ku.dk.

The PhD programme:

A three year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme), if you already have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree.

Getting into a position on the regular PhD programme

Qualifications needed for the regular programme
To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, 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. Physics, complex systems, quantitative biology or a related field. For information of eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment in the regular programme
Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years.

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

The terms of employment and salary are in accordance to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State (AC). The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

Responsibilities and tasks in  PhD programme

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project
• Relevant publications
• Relevant work experience
• Other relevant professional activities
• Curious mind-set with a strong interest in physics and life science
• Good language skills

Application and Assessment Procedure

Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include: 

1. Cover Letter, detailing your motivation and background for applying for the specific PhD project
2. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant to the position
3. Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science and 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
4. Publication list (if possible)
5. contact information for 2-3 references.

Application deadline:

The deadline for applications is 15 March 2024, 23:59 GMT +1.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process
After deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified, whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified and, if so, for which of the two models. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.

Questions
For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor.

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School’s website: https://www.science.ku.dk/phd/.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position

Deadline: 2024-03-15 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme

The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (SUND) at the University of Copenhagen is seeking 14 highly motivated and dynamic postdoc fellows to commence the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme on 1 September 2024.

The BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme is financed by the Novo Nordisk Foundation with the ambition to train fellows in the area of translational medicine, mentored by fully committed and top-level professionals in basic biomedical research, a clinical environment and the life science industry. The programme constitutes a clear career path for candidates whose ambition is to bridge the gap between research, patient care and the life science industry and for those wishing to become pioneering leaders in the field of translational medicine.

The BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme expects to appoint 7 fellows with an MD background and 7 fellows with an MSc background.

Application deadline is 28 February 2024, at 23:59 CET. Appointed fellows are expected to participate in a two-day Boot Camp on 12-13 September 2024. Mentors are expected to participate on 12 September 2024.

Translational research project
Your research project must cover the early translational stages T₀ (Disease modelling, Omics studies, Basic Research) -T₁ (Biomarker discovery, Target development, Preclinical development) and should bridge a basic biomedical research environment and a clinical research environment, making the research project interdisciplinary in its nature. The project may also cover early T2 (First in human, phase 1 clinical trials, phase 2 clinical trials, phase 2b clinical trials), but this is not a requirement. 

Your project must be at the postdoctoral level, should address a relevant medical challenge and should be ambitious yet feasible within the timeframe of two years. Your research project must be developed in collaboration with your Mentor Team and is an important part of the recruitment process to become a BRIDGE fellow.

Appointed fellows spend 80% of their time on individual translational research projects mentored by a Mentor Team consisting of a basic biomedical scientist from a SUND Department or Centre, and a clinical scientist from a hospital in the Capital Region of Denmark or Region Zealand and/or from the life science industry. Additional mentors from other departments and universities in Denmark are encouraged if relevant.

Academic Curriculum
The BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme provides fellows with the ability to translate insights from basic research into the clinical sciences and/or the life science industry, and vice versa, and the competences to manage essential collaboration between disciplines.

A uniquely developed 57 days Academic Curriculum has been designed by top-professional experts and figures as a mandatory, integral, and important part of the BRIDGE programme. 

The Academic Curriculum, comprising of 20% of fellows’ time, covers the translational stages
T₀ (Population/clinic to lab feedback, disease modelling -omic studies, basic research),
T₁ (Biomarker discovery, target development, pre-clinical development) and border to early
T2 (First in human, phase 1 clinical trials, phase 2 clinical trials, phase 2b clinical trials). 

In addition, courses also include generic skills such as research management, ethics, research communication and successful grant writing. The fellows should therefore not be imposed teaching obligations during their fellowship.

Eligibility
To become a BRIDGE-fellow applicants would need to have:

• A MD and a PhD or equivalent (proof of an appointment that requires doctoral equivalency). Specialist training is no hindrance to apply, and medical training is appreciated.

or

• A MSc and a PhD within a relevant discipline such as veterinary science, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioinformatics, pharmacy, dentistry, or medical engineering.

The PhD should have been obtained no more than eight years before the application deadline. Any documented periods of leave will be accepted as extensions of this time limit (maternity leave, paternity leave, family care leave, illness, military service, etc.).

As a PhD student you may apply, if you attach a declaration from your supervisor stating that your thesis will be submitted and defended prior to project commencement on 1 September 2024.

Please note that more than two years of postdoc-experience based at UCPH prior to programme enrolment is not allowed. Any documented periods of leave will be accepted as extensions of this time limit (parental leave, family care leave, illness, military service, etc.). Please refer to the applicable governmental jurisdiction here. 

Mentor Teams
The applicant must apply for the programme in cooperation with a Mentor Team.

A Mentor Team consists of two, three or four mentors, representing 1) basic biomedical science from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, UCPH, and 2) clinical science from the Capital Region of Denmark or Region Zealand and/or 3) the life science industry environment in Denmark. Additional mentors from other departments and universities in Denmark are encouraged if relevant.

A life science industry mentor is highly encouraged to enter the Mentor Team if relevant.

Incorporating a mentor from a basic biomedical science environment at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, UCPH, into the Mentor Team is mandatory. If a life science industry mentor acts as a third mentor – accompanying a basic and clinical mentor – that mentor may reside outside Denmark.

Qualifications
As a BRIDGE fellow, you are highly motivated to participate in the Academic Curriculum, to be mentored by senior researchers, network and cooperate with other BRIDGE Fellows and you see yourself as an ambitious scientist who will work on bridging the gaps between research, medical treatment and/or the life science industry.

We expect BRIDGE Fellows to be scientifically independent, showing a high degree of academic maturity and have:

• An enthusiastic interest in a translational research project co-designed with a Mentor Team and be a good match with a committed Mentor Team
• A strong CV, having published in high-quality journals and presented at international conferences
• The ability to manage one’s own academic research and associated activities
• Experience with project management
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and leadership, with the ability to communicate research ideas and results in a clear and logical way and the ability to interact with peers and the broader research community confidently and effectively

How to apply
As a BRIDGE fellow, you will be working on a translational research project co-designed with a Mentor Team. As such, the first step in the application process is to connect with a Mentor Team.

If you are not already in contact with an eligible Mentor Team, we recommend that you:

1. Contact a (i) basic biomedical researcher from the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, UCPH, a (ii) clinical scientist from a hospital in the Capital Region of Denmark or Region Zealand and/or (ii) a scientist from the life science industry who fits your research interests and fulfil the programme requirements for Mentor Teams. We recommend that you have the Mentor Team preapproved in due time before application deadline 28 February 2024 by sending a request to BRIDGE: bridge@sund.ku.dk
2. Alternatively, browse through the list of submitted project synopses (Open Mentor Teams) and find a Mentor Team that fits your research interests. Contact the suitable Mentor Team to explore the possibility of collaborating on a BRIDGE application. The list will be published on the BRIDGE website on 15 December 2023.

If you are an applicant without ties to the Faculty or hospitals in either of the two regions, please read more about our suggestions on how to proceed here.

If you are in contact with a Mentor Team, we recommend that you:

1. Have the Mentor Team constellation preapproved in due time before the call closure by sending a request to BRIDGE: bridge@sund.ku.dk.

Read more about becoming a fellow.

 Application material

• Part 1: Project description (must be co-designed by the applicant and Mentor Team)
• Part 2: Project abstract and CV (must be composed by the applicant independently)
• Part 3: Supplementary documents 

Applications (Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3) must be submitted online via HR Manager through the link on the website no later than 28 February 2024, 23:59 CET. A cover letter is not needed. 

Please find the requirements for the application and download the new and updated application templates.

We reserve the right to disregard material received after the application deadline along with applications and application material that do not comply with the above-mentioned criteria. 

Recruitment procedure  
The received applications will be shortlisted and assessed according to the Ministry Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities 2012 and the University of Copenhagen’s guidelines 2013.  

Upon the application deadline, the authorised recruitment manager will select applicants for assessment based on the advice of the Appointment Committee.

All applicants will be notified on whether their application has been passed for assessment. The Assessment Committee will do a non-prioritised assessment based on the applicant’s academic qualifications and on the match between the fellow and the translational research project. All applicants will have the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant themselves (Part 2).

Please find more information on the recruitment process for scientific personnel at the University of Copenhagen.

Appointment interviews
Following the completion of the assessments, a subset of candidates will be invited for an appointment interview with the Appointment Committee. The BRIDGE Programme will reimburse travel and accommodation expenses for invited applicants.

The interviews are scheduled to take place 21-23 May 2024. Please note that Mentor Teams will need to be present for a short introduction of the Mentor Team at this interview.

Terms of employment
The employment as Postdoc is fulltime (37 hours per week) and for two years. 

Salary, pension, and terms of employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) and the Ministry of Taxation. 

The position is covered by the “Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at the Universities” of 2020.

Financial composition of the fellowships
The financing of running costs for the individual research projects will be covered by the hosting environments. Each fellow will in addition receive an annual sum of DKK 40.000 during their two-year employment to cover costs for PC, travel, language courses, conference and workshop participation and other relevant activities outside the programme.

Successful fellowship recipients will be enrolled in the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme and employed at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at UCPH. Upon fulfilment of course participation and the individual research projects, fellows will be awarded a Certificate of Excellence.

For more information about the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme  
Please visit www.bridge.ku.dk and/or contact Programme Coordinator Sabine Kayser on bridge@sund.ku.dk or telephone +45 35 32 56 10.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Deadline: 2024-02-28 at 23:59
Unit: Health/Life sciences

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