A fully funded University of Copenhagen PhD Fellowship in Microbiology is available. Apply now to study phage-bacteria interactions! Deadline Aug 31, 2025.
University of Copenhagen PhD Fellowship Program
The University of Copenhagen PhD Fellowship in Microbiology is now open for Fall 2025. This prestigious fellowship, fully funded by the Carlsberg Foundation, focuses on cutting-edge research in phage–bacteria interactions to combat antibiotic resistance.
Fellowship Announcement & Deadlines
Announcement Date: July 2025
Deadline to Apply: August 31, 2025 (23:59 GMT+2)
Expected Start Date: November 1, 2025, or soon after.
Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Strong background in molecular microbiology and phage biology.
- Lab experience in techniques such as cloning and bacterial culturing.
- Desirable skills include omics data analysis, bioinformatics, and scientific writing.
How to Apply
Visit the official PhD portal
Prepare and upload:
- Motivation letter (1 page)
- CV
- Academic transcripts and degrees
- List of publications (if any)
- Ensure the application is complete and in English
- Submit before August 31, 2025, at 23:59 GMT+2
Fellowship Overview & Research Focus
- Focus: Molecular mechanisms of phage, bacteria interaction
- Model organism: Escherichia coli
- Techniques: Molecular biology, biochemistry, proteomics, metabolomics, phage engineering
- Program Duration: Up to 36 months
- Hosted by: Department of Biology, University of Copenhagen
- Funded by: Carlsberg Foundation
- Exchange opportunities with labs in China, Germany, or Switzerland
Admission Process
- Submit an online application through the university portal
- Preliminary review by the expert committee
- Shortlisted applicants invited for interviews (expected in October 2025)
- Final selection and offer of admission
- Enrollment in the Faculty of Science’s PhD School upon acceptance
Why Choose This Fellowship?
- Fully funded: Tuition, stipend, and research support
- Join a world-class research group under Dr. Yong E. Zhang
- Access to international collaborations and state-of-the-art labs
- Opportunity to work on real-world challenges in antimicrobial resistance
- Experience a vibrant academic life in Denmark with global exposure
Contact Information
- Supervisor: Dr. Yong E. Zhang
- Department: Biology, University of Copenhagen
- Deadline: August 31, 2025, at 23:59 GMT+2
- More Info & Application: Visit the official portal
Don’t Miss the Deadline
All interested candidates must apply before the deadline:
- August 31, 2025 (23:59 GMT+2)
Take the next big leap in your research journey. Join one of Europe’s leading universities and become part of a global effort to fight antibiotic resistance.
Apply Now to Start Your PhD Journey at the University of Copenhagen.