PhD fellowship in Plant Nutrition

1000scholars; København; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a PhD fellowship in foliar application of nanozymes within the Plant Nutrition Research Group. Start date is January 1, 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The position is a 3-year, full-time PhD under the 5+3 scheme, contingent upon enrollment at the PhD School. Applicants should hold a Danish master’s degree or equivalent and have a strong interest in plant science, nanotechnology and advanced imaging.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc)
• Publications relevant to the project
• Interest in plant science, nanotechnology and imaging

Responsibilities

• Carry out an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses ~30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Possibly spend time at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers for high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis based on the project

Skills

Plant science

Nanotechnology

Imaging

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in plant science or related field

Job description

Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, the Plant Nutrition Research Group invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in foliar application of nanozymes. The project is part of the research project: “Biocompatible nanozymes with anti-oxidative properties to increase crop resilience in a changing climate”, funded by The Independent Research Fund Denmark.

Start date is expected to be January 1st, 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The PhD programme

A three year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme), if you already have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master’s degree.

Qualifications needed for the regular programme

To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. plant science, plant nutrition. For information of eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment in the regular programme

Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years.

Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

You can read more about salary levels in the state sector www.loenoverblik.dk (in Danish).

Responsibilities and tasks in both PhD programmes

• 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
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project
• Relevant publications
• Relevant work experience
• Other relevant professional activities
• Curious mind-set with a strong interest in plant science, nanotechnology and advanced imaging
• Good language skills

Our group and research- and what do we offer?

As PhD student in the project, you will join the Plant Nutrition Research Group (www.husted-lab.com) at the University of Copenhagen, an internationally recognized and interdisciplinary research environment working at the interface between plant nutrition, analytical chemistry and nanotechnology. The group conducts both fundamental and applied research aimed at improving nutrient use efficiency, crop resilience and the sustainability of agricultural production systems. We place strong emphasis on maintaining a friendly, collaborative and supportive working atmosphere, where team members openly share knowledge, ideas and expertise. We believe that excellent science is best achieved through dedicated teamwork, mutual respect and a positive working environment that supports both scientific excellence and personal development. As PhD student, you will receive close scientific mentorship, access to world-class infrastructure and the opportunity to contribute to pioneering research addressing some of the major challenges facing future agriculture, including drought resilience, nutrient efficiency and climate adaptation of crops.

Principal supervisor is Professor Søren Husted, Department of plant and Environmental Sciences, Email [e-mail].

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position.