University of Copenhagen Announces 37 Academic Opportunities In Denmark: PhD, Postdoc & Faculty Positions

The University of Copenhagen (UCPH), one of the oldest and largest public research universities in Europe, has officially announced multiple academic and research openings for 2026. Online applications are invited for 37 vacancies, including PhD fellowships, Postdoctoral positions, and Academic faculty roles across diverse disciplines such as science, health, humanities, social sciences, and theology.

The application process is currently open, and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply within the specified deadlines mentioned in the official notifications.

About the University of Copenhagen (UCPH)

Founded in 1479, the University of Copenhagen is the oldest university in Denmark and a leading research institution in Northern Europe. The university hosts more than 37,000 students, employs over 10,000 staff members, and operates with an annual budget exceeding €1.5 billion.

UCPH is organised into six faculties and is consistently ranked among the top universities globally for research output, academic excellence, and international collaboration. With strong global partnerships and a vibrant research ecosystem, the university plays a central role in shaping scientific, social, and cultural innovation in Europe.

Vacant Positions

PhD Positions

1. PhD fellowship in plant-soil interactions
   Faculty of Science, PLEN
   Apply before: 08-02-2026

2. PhD fellows in organic synthesis
   Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry
   Apply before: 10-02-2026

3. PhD fellowship in AI for Single-Cell Disease Genomics at the Supek Group, BRIC
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, BRIC
   Apply before: 10-02-2026

4. PhD fellowship in Analysing the obstacles and opportunities of different regulatory pathways to patient access for psychedelic therapies, Department of Pharmacy
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Department of Pharmacy
   Apply before: 11-02-2026

5. PhD scholarship in a clinical research project at Copenhagen University Clinic for Psychedelic Research (NOESIS), Department of Psychology
   Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Psychology
   Apply before: 11-02-2026

6. PhD scholarships at the Department of English, Germanic and Romance Studies, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Humanities, Department of English, Germanic and Romance Studies
   Apply before: 15-02-2026

7. PhD scholarships at the Saxo Institute, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Humanities, The Saxo Institute
   Apply before: 15-02-2026

8. PhD scholarships at the Department of Communication, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Humanities, Department of Communication
   Apply before: 15-02-2026

9. PhD scholarships at the Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Humanities, Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics
   Apply before: 15-02-2026

10. PhD fellowship in "Unlocking museum collections: evolution of coastal ecosystems from pre-industrial to present day"
    Faculty of Science, Natural History Museum Denmark
    Apply before: 15-02-2026

11. PhD Scholarship in Danish Insect Biodiversity, DNA Barcoding and Citizen Science
    Faculty of Science, The Natural History Museum Denmark
    Apply before: 16-02-2026

12. PhD scholarship in Criminology at the Department of Sociology, University of Copenhagen (UCPH)
    Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Sociologi
    Apply before: 08-03-2026

13. Two PhD Scholarships at the Faculty of Theology
    Faculty of Theology, Faculty of Theology
    Apply before: 16-03-2026

Postdoc Positions

1. Postdocs in Statistical/Computational Genetics/Bioinformatics at Globe Institute, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Globe Institute
   Apply before: 02-02-2026

2. Postdoctoral positions in Ancient Pathogen Genomics at Globe Institute, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Globe Institute
   Apply before: 02-02-2026

3. Postdoc on stable isotopes in soil nitrogen cycles
   Faculty of Science, Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management (IGN)
   Apply before: 04-02-2026

4. Postdoctoral Position in School Choice Modeling and Simulation
   Faculty of Social Sciences, SODAS
   Apply before: 08-02-2026

5. Postdoc in Agentic AI for Scientific Discovery in Genomics
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Biotech Research & Innovation Centre
   Apply before: 10-02-2026

6. Postdoc in shrub expansion in Subarctic tundra
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Biotech Research & Innovation Centre
   Apply before: 10-02-2026

7. Postdoc of Physical Unclonable Functions
   Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry
   Apply before: 11-02-2026

8. Postdoctoral Fellowship in Astroparticle Physics
   Faculty of Science, Niels Bohr Institute
   Apply before: 13-02-2026

9. Postdoctoral position in History of Philosophy at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen
   Faculty of Humanities, Department of Communication
   Apply before: 15-02-2026

10. Postdoc in nutritional strategies to reduce tail biting in weaned pigs
    Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
    Apply before: 15-02-2026

11. 14 postdoctoral fellowships to the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme
    Faculty of Science, Faculty of Science / Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
    Apply before: 16-02-2026

12. 3 Postdoctoral Positions in “Health Economics and Aging Lab” - HEAL
    Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Economics
    Apply before: 22-02-2026

13. Postdoc in modeling of star-disk formation
    Faculty of Science, Niels Bohr Institute
    Apply before: 01-03-2026

14. Postdoc in Marine Bioluminescence
    Faculty of Science, Department of Biology
    Apply before: 01-03-2026

15. Postdoc in shrub expansion in Subarctic tundra
    Faculty of Science, Department of Biology
    Apply before: 01-03-2026

16. Postdoc in GPCR single molecule microscopy
    Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Department of Biomedical Sciences
    Apply before: 03-03-2026

17. Postdoc in Environmental Materials Science: Developing Novel Photocatalytic Biochar for Sustainable PFAS Destruction
    Faculty of Science, PLEN
    Apply before: 15-03-2026

18. Postdoc in Computational Active Matter and Biophysics
    Faculty of Science, Niels Bohr Institute
    Apply before: 22-03-2026

Academic Faculty Positions

1. Junior Group Leader in Stem Cell Medicine
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Department of Biomedical Sciences
   Apply before: 01-02-2026 (Note: This deadline is before 2 Feb, so it is excluded)

2. Assistant professor position in mRNA modifications in plants
   Faculty of Science, Department of Biology
   Apply before: 05-02-2026

3. Clinical Professorship in Internal Medicine - Endocrinology wsfo Management of Obesity (Fixed-Term, 5 Years)
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Amager Hvidovre Hospital.
   Apply before: 15-02-2026

4. Associate Professor or Professor of Analytical Chemistry at Department of Pharmacy
   Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Department of Pharmacy
   Apply before: 24-02-2026

5. Associate professor in Practical Theology
   Faculty of Theology, Faculty of Theology
   Apply before: 07-04-2026

6. Associate professor in Ethics and Philosophy of Religion
   Faculty of Theology, Faculty of Theology
   Apply before: 15-04-2026

How to Apply

Interested candidates should explore their preferred positions through the official University of Copenhagen job portal. Applicants are advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, research expectations, and application requirements before submitting their online applications. Completing the application well before the deadline is strongly recommended to avoid technical or administrative issues.

Why Apply to the University of Copenhagen?

The University of Copenhagen offers a world-class research environment with strong international collaboration, competitive salaries, and access to cutting-edge infrastructure. Denmark consistently ranks among the best countries for work-life balance, academic freedom, and research funding.

For researchers and academics seeking global exposure, interdisciplinary research opportunities, and long-term academic careers in Europe, UCPH provides an exceptional platform.

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