PhD Fellowship in Statistics & Insurance Mathematics

ApplyMint; København; On-site; DKK 360,000 - 540,000; 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. Starting September 1, 2027, with negotiation room.

Applications may specify preferred project(s) and supervisor(s). Contact points include the PhD coordinator and other faculty members at the Insurance and Economics and Statistics and Probability Theory sections.

Qualifications

• Eligible for regular PhD programme with Danish master’s degree or equivalent.
• Integrated MSc+PhD eligibility if holding a bachelor’s degree.
• Strong English language skills and research motivation.

Responsibilities

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision.
• Complete MSc education within the programme curriculum.
• Teach and perform knowledge dissemination activities.
• Write scientific papers for internationally recognised journals.
• Write and defend a PhD thesis based on your project.
• Engage with international research environments and exchanges.

Skills

Strong mathematical qualifications

Good English skills

Curious mind-set

Education

Danish master’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (integrated MSc/PhD pathway)

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. Starting September 1, 2027, with negotiation room.

Applications may specify preferred project(s) and supervisor(s). Contact points include the PhD coordinator and other faculty members at the Insurance and Economics and Statistics and Probability Theory sections.