About the opportunity
The Center for Subjectivity Research at the University of Copenhagen is offering a three-year, full-time PhD scholarship within the project ‘Rethinking ADHD: from executive control to a disorder of salience.’ This interdisciplinary project, led by Assistant Professor Jelle Bruineberg, aims to challenge the traditional view of ADHD as a disorder of executive control by exploring a salience-based approach. The successful candidate will develop a research project that contributes to the conceptual and philosophical groundwork of this perspective, working at the intersection of philosophy, cognitive science, and psychiatry. The PhD fellow will join an active research environment, participate in research training, and contribute to teaching and dissemination.
Salary and benefits
- Three-year full-time employment contract
- Monthly salary starting at approximately DKK 31,844.98
- 18.07% pension contribution
- Integration into an internationally oriented, interdisciplinary research center
- Access to career counseling and relocation support for international researchers
Who can apply?
- Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Philosophy or Cognitive Science
- For non-Danish degrees, a master's degree (two years) or a bachelor's degree (three years) assessed as having professional qualifications at the master's level
- High level of proficiency in written and spoken academic English
- Demonstrated research potential through a strong master's thesis, publications, or conference presentations
Required documents
- Cover letter (max. 1 page)
- CV (max. 2 pages)
- Diplomas, transcripts, and description of grading scale
- Project abstract (max. 1,200 characters)
- Project description (max. 12,000 characters excluding bibliography)
- Writing sample of single-authored work (approx. 5,000 words)
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-11-03 at 23:59 CET
- Expected start date: 2027-02-01
How to apply
- Prepare all required documents in English in PDF or Word format
- Submit the application online via the official job portal using the 'Apply now' icon
- Ensure the application includes the ID number 211-2555/26-2H
Additional information
- The PhD fellow is required to perform 840 working hours (6 months) of departmental tasks over the three-year period
- Successful applicants must enroll at the PhD School of the Faculty of Humanities
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered
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…
- Candidates with a strong academic background in philosophy of mind, phenomenology, or cognitive science
- Researchers interested in the intersection of philosophical theory and clinical psychiatry
- Applicants who can demonstrate research potential through previous writing samples or academic publications
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires a significant commitment to departmental tasks (840 hours over three years) alongside thesis work
- The project is highly specialized; applicants should ensure their research interests align closely with the 'Rethinking ADHD' project goals
- Relocation to Copenhagen is expected for this full-time, on-site position
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for early-career researchers aiming to establish themselves in the fields of philosophy and cognitive science. It provides a stable, fully-funded environment to complete a PhD while contributing to a high-profile, interdisciplinary research project. The position is ideal for those seeking to build an academic career through rigorous research, international collaboration, and teaching experience.
Our take
This is a highly suitable opportunity for motivated researchers with a strong interest in the philosophy of attention and ADHD. Candidates who possess a solid master's-level foundation in relevant disciplines and a clear, innovative research proposal should seriously consider applying.
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