PhD in Veterinary Virology — Swine Influenza Focus

KU SCIENCE FAK. SEK.; Frederiksberg; On-site; DKK 292,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a PhD fellowship in Veterinary Virology within the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. The project will study cross-reactive vaccines for swine influenza A virus, including immunological assays and validation in pigs, with a strong emphasis on antigenic characterization.

You will conduct independent research under supervision, complete PhD courses, engage in collaborations, and gain teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or equivalent (180 ECTS BSc + 120 ECTS MSc).
• Academic evaluation and best qualified status will be assessed.
• Strong interest in veterinary virology and related criteria (GPA, publications, experience).

Responsibilities

• Carry out an independent research project under supervision.
• Complete PhD courses totaling ~30 ECTS.
• Participate in active research environments including stays at other teams.
• Gain teaching or dissemination experience related to the PhD project.
• Write a PhD thesis based on the project.

Skills

Language skills

Publications

Curious mind-set

Education

Master’s degree

Danish master’s equivalence

Job description

The University of Copenhagen invites applications for a PhD fellowship in Veterinary Virology within the Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences. The project will study cross-reactive vaccines for swine influenza A virus, including immunological assays and validation in pigs, with a strong emphasis on antigenic characterization.

You will conduct independent research under supervision, complete PhD courses, engage in collaborations, and gain teaching experience.