About the opportunity
A 3-year fully funded PhD position is available in the Disease Systems Immunology Group at DTU Bioengineering, Technical University of Denmark. The project focuses on the development and application of molecular and immunological approaches to improve the understanding and diagnosis of respiratory tract infections and vaccine-induced immune responses. The research bridges respiratory infection biology, molecular diagnostics, microbiome science, bioinformatics, vaccine immunology, and antibody glycobiology. The successful candidate will establish pathogen detection pipelines, analyze microbiome composition, characterize antibody glycosylation and functionality, and collaborate with multidisciplinary international research partners.
Salary and benefits
- Fully funded 3-year PhD position with a salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Allowance agreed upon with the relevant union
- Employment in a leading technical university within an international and collaborative research environment
Who can apply?
- Hold a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree
- Strong background in bioinformatics, microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, computational biology, or related disciplines
- Experience with sequencing technologies, microbiome analysis, programming, data integration, or immunological assays is an advantage
- Strong command of English, both written and spoken
- Scientific curiosity, independence, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work across disciplines
Required documents
- A letter motivating the application (cover letter)
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) including official description of the grading scale
When to apply
- Complete online application must be submitted no later than 3 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
How to apply
- Open the online application link
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach all required materials in English as one single PDF file
Additional information
- You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
- As DTU works with research in critical technology subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Master's degree holders in bioinformatics, microbiology, immunology, or molecular biology.
- Candidates with a strong interest in respiratory infection biology and vaccine immunology.
- Individuals with experience in sequencing technologies, microbiome analysis, or programming.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a 3-year commitment, requiring a long-term focus on doctoral research.
- The position is on-site at DTU Bioengineering, necessitating local residency.
- Applicants should be aware that the research involves critical technology and may be subject to security background checks.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This PhD scholarship is an ideal goal for an aspiring researcher aiming to bridge the gap between molecular diagnostics and immunology. It offers a fully funded, structured path to a doctoral degree within a multidisciplinary and international team, perfect for building a career in disease systems immunology.
Our take
This is a premier opportunity for highly motivated graduates looking to pursue a PhD in a cutting-edge field. It is not suitable for those who cannot commit to a three-year research project or those seeking non-academic roles.
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