PhD Fellow in Statistics, Insurance & Economic Mathematics

University of Copenhagen; København; On-site; DKK 268,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for PhD stipends in Statistics and the mathematics of Insurance and Economics. Start date usually 1 September 2027, negotiable.

Two pathways: regular PhD (3 years) or integrated MSc/PhD (up to 5 years). Applications should outline preferred projects and supervisors and may involve the Copenhagen Causality Lab network.

Qualifications

• Education in Statistics, Insurance, Economics or nearby fields with strong mathematical qualifications.
• Good English skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete and pass the MSc education in accordance with the curriculum of the MSc programme (ONLY when you are attending the integrated MSc and 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
• Teach and carry out knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at internationally recognized journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

Skills

Strong mathematical qualifications

Education

Statistics/Insurance/Economics or related field

Job description

The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for PhD stipends in Statistics and the mathematics of Insurance and Economics. Start date usually 1 September 2027, negotiable.

Two pathways: regular PhD (3 years) or integrated MSc/PhD (up to 5 years). Applications should outline preferred projects and supervisors and may involve the Copenhagen Causality Lab network.