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**Professor in Indo-European Studies** The Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen seeks exceptional candidates for a permanent, full-time professorship in Indo-European Studies, available from August 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. **About the Department** The Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics provides an international research and education environment spanning BA to PhD studies across diverse linguistic disciplines, language technology, literature, media, culture, and gender studies. **Key Responsibilities** • Conduct world-class research and contribute to the scholarly and intellectual life of the University • Exercise academic leadership and develop research areas in synergy with other researchers • Initiate and develop broad research projects in Indo-European studies with emphasis on traditional linguistic foundations and interdisciplinary approaches • Collaborate across adjacent fields including archaeology, archaeogenetics, comparative religion, and poetics • Strengthen the University's international profile through joint publications, conferences, and teaching activities • Teach at all levels and continuously develop academic programs • Supervise students from BA to PhD and postdoc levels • Fulfill administrative responsibilities **Qualification Requirements** Candidates must meet the University of Copenhagen's six criteria for professorship recognition: research excellence, teaching capability, societal impact, organizational contribution, external funding acquisition, and leadership skills. **Essential Qualifications:** • International recognition as a researcher with excellent research profile in Indo-European studies • Articulated vision and strategy for the subject area, including connections to adjacent fields • Outstanding interpersonal skills and commitment to fostering inclusive academic environments • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in teaching, research development, and administration • Strong commitment to student learning, welfare, and experience enhancement • Publications reflecting both traditional linguistic expertise and interdisciplinary approaches • Experience supervising students across all academic levels **Additional Requirements** The successful candidate is strongly encouraged to acquire Danish language proficiency within 3-6 years for teaching and colleague interaction. The Department will provide and fund necessary language training. **Terms of Employment** • Permanent position with competitive salary (DKK 59,500 per month plus 17.1% pension contribution) • Salary supplements negotiable annually • Employment progression based solely on personal merit using University academic criteria • Comprehensive support services for international researchers and families **Application Requirements** Submit a complete online application including: • Letter of motivation • Curriculum vitae • Certificates and diplomas • Seven most important publications (at least five published within the last five years) • Complete publication list • Teaching portfolio per University guidelines • Documentation of knowledge dissemination abilities Applications must be in English or a Scandinavian language. Only materials in Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, French, German, or English will be assessed. **Application Deadline:** January 12, 2026 at 23:59 CET **University of Copenhagen** is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. The University provides an ambitious, informal environment for nearly 10,000 employees to utilize their talents fully while conducting world-class education and research.

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The Centre of African Studies, University of Copenhagen (UCPH) invites candidates for two postdoctoral positions within the ERC Starting Grant project “ModelFutures” led by Associate Professor Alena Thiel. The postdoctoral positions consist of 24 months of employment and have no teaching obligation. The intended start date is 1 April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. About the ModelFutures project The two positions form part of the research project “Modelling African Futures: A comparative technography of evidence-based welfare policy in Ghana, Senegal, Kenya and Botswana” (ModelFutures) funded by a European Research Council Starting Grant. ModelFutures is located at the intersection of African Studies, anthropology, STS, and population statistics. The project undertakes comparative ethnographic research at the nexus of four African statistical and welfare systems – Ghana, Senegal, Kenya and Botswana – where the design, production and application of innovations in population statistics participate in shaping the future of public welfare. The aim of the project is to connect statistical innovation and anticipatory welfare politics in contexts of major demographic transitions. Postdoc 1 will carry out the project’s case study of Senegal, Postdoc 2 will carry out the case study of Kenya. ModelFutures carries out comparative ethnographic research into the foundational knowledge practices and infrastructures that inform the planning and implementation of evidence-based welfare policy in Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, and Botswana. Drawing on a unique cross-disciplinary and comparative approach to the study of statistical innovation in practice, ModelFutures studies experts’ skilful adaptations to the demands of globally circulating computational models and standards. At the same time, it is interested in the symbolic practices attached to such models, and the infrastructural arrangements in which they are situated. Taken together, this allows us to examine in a systematic manner how variously positioned knowledge practices, including computational vernaculars and skilful adaptions, participate in the production of African welfare systems. You can read more about the project here: https://teol.ku.dk/cas/research/dokument3/modelling-african-futures/ You are also welcome to contact the Principal Investigator of the project, Alena Thiel, for further information on the academic content of the project (email: ath@teol.ku.dk). Job content The postdoctoral researchers will carry out sub-projects 3 (Senegal) and 4 (Kenya), which investigate innovations at the intersection of statistical and welfare systems in the respective country case. An overall framework for this project was included in the project application; however, the specific design and implementation of each case study will be developed by the Postdoc. The application should contain a description of the planned research project (max. 5 pages/12,000 keystrokes incl. spaces) that reflects the aims of the project. The positions are located at the Centre of African Studies and require physical presence in Copenhagen, including participation in project meetings and workshops. The Postdocs will be expected to carry out independent fieldwork in Senegal or Kenya, contribute to the comparative investigation of the project, and participate in joint publication and outreach activities. The position involves travel for conducting long-term fieldwork and conference participation, all of which are funded by the project. Qualification Requirements Employment as a Postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level. For more information on careers at UCPH, and more general information about postdoctoral positions and qualifications requirements, please follow the links below: Career at The University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk) Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (In Danish only) Required qualifications PhD degree in anthropology, African Studies, STS, or related fields. Proficiency in qualitative research methods. Statistical training will be considered an asset. Fieldwork experience, preferably in the context of African state bureaucracies and/or welfare systems. Ability to develop comparative analyses and to write at high-quality academic level. Experience in disseminating research for diverse audiences, including key stakeholders. Excellent English language skills, for the case of Senegal excellent French language skills are an additional requirement. Knowledge of relevant African languages will be considered an asset. Assessment Criteria Applicants will primarily be assessed in relation to their research qualifications, including their publications, ability to conduct independent research and participate in research collaborations, and their experience of research management. In addition, the applicant’s research plan and research potential will be assessed in relation to the overall project described above. Application Please submit your application online. To apply, please click on the "Apply now" icon at the bottom of this page. The application must be written in English, and include the following attachments in PDF or Word format: Cover letter detailing your motivation and background for applying for the specific position CV (max. 2 pages, including contact details and language proficiency) Research plan (maximum 5 pages/12,000 keystrokes including space) List of publications One sample publication Copies of degree certificates Other information for consideration (if relevant) Salary and Terms of Employment Terms of appointment and salary will be in accordance with an agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The salary range for postdoctoral positions starts at DKK 39,200/approximately EUR 5,200 + an 18.07 % pension contribution. It is possible to negotiate salary supplements on an annual basis. Recruitment Process After the application deadline, the Dean will consider advice from the appointment committee and select applicants for assessment. All applicants will be notified whether they have been shortlisted. The Dean will then set up an expert assessment committee to assess the shortlisted applications. The selected applicants will be informed who is serving on the committee. Each shortlisted applicant will be offered the opportunity to comment on the committee's assessment before the appointment is announced. You can find further information on our recruitment process at: Recruitment process – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). International Applicant? The University of Copenhagen offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including support before and during your relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about our services at: For international researchers at the University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). An Equal Opportunity Workplace The university of Copenhagen is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to creating an inclusive working environment and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity etc. To learn more about our diverse workplace and our participation in the HRS4R HR Excellence in research, please visit HR Excellence in Research – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). Contact Information For more information about the recruitment process, please contact HR South at hr-soendre@adm.ku.dk. Please refer to ID number: 211-2366/25-2I #2. For additional information about the position, please contact Alena Thiel, email: ath@teol.ku.dk. The Application Deadline is 15 December 2025 at 23:59 [CET). Any applications or additional material submitted after the deadline will not be considered. However, changes may be made to the submitted application right up until the deadline. Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre. Info Ansøgningsfrist: 15-12-2025 Ansættelsesdato: 01-04-2026 Afdeling/Sted: The Faculty of Theology Indhold ikke tilgængeligt på grund af cookie-valg Du kan ikke se indholdet i dette felt på grund af dine cookie-valg. Klik her for at redigere dine cookie-indstillinger. Kategori: Markedsføring

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**Postdoctoral Position in School Choice and Admissions Systems Modeling** The Copenhagen Center for Social Data Science (SODAS), Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Copenhagen (UCPH), invites applications for a postdoctoral position focused on modeling and simulation of school choice and admissions systems. This two-year, full-time position begins July 1, 2026, with earlier start dates possible upon agreement. **About the Project and Position** This position is part of the "Implementation and Perception in School Choice" project, where you will collaborate with distinguished researchers including Christopher Neilson (Yale University), Mikkel Gandil (Rockwool Foundation), Hessel Oosterbeek (University of Amsterdam), and PhD student Christian Fogel Henneberg. You will be employed at SODAS while affiliated with the Economics Department. SODAS is an interdisciplinary research, teaching, and impact center that integrates traditional social science theories with cutting-edge data science approaches. Our center hosts over 40 researchers from diverse backgrounds and provides an exceptional collaborative, international research environment supporting both research excellence and professional development. **Key Responsibilities** Working under the supervision of PI Andreas Bjerre-Nielsen, you will: - Develop and estimate structural models of school application behavior - Simulate school admission processes under various allocation mechanisms - Estimate causal effects of school admission outcomes and their broader societal impact - Analyze large-scale administrative datasets - Contribute to publications in leading academic journals - Collaborate with project team members and international researchers **Required Qualifications** - PhD in economics, applied economics, operations research, social data science, or related field (completed before position start) - Strong expertise in structural modeling, particularly discrete choice or matching models - Proficiency in Python or R for data processing, modeling, and simulation - Experience with large-scale data management and statistical analysis - Excellent quantitative skills and programming abilities - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively **Preferred Qualifications** - Knowledge of or interest in education policy and school choice systems - Experience contributing to high-impact academic publications **What We Offer** This position provides an exceptional opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research with significant real-world policy implications. You'll join an interdisciplinary team contributing to impactful research targeting top-tier academic journals. **Faculty Strategic Vision** SODAS operates within the Faculty of Social Sciences, a dynamic academic community committed to putting knowledge into action by: - Engaging partners in knowledge co-creation and social change - Empowering students to become reflective, responsible citizens equipped to improve society - Energizing global knowledge communities through innovative research methodologies and impactful findings **Employment Terms** Employment terms follow Danish university standards and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne) guidelines. Starting salary is approximately 39,200 DKK monthly plus 18.07% pension contribution, with potential for annual salary supplements through negotiation. **Equal Opportunity Commitment** The University of Copenhagen is committed to academic excellence and equality of opportunity. We maintain an inclusive working environment and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or ethnicity. **International Support** The University offers comprehensive services for international researchers and families, including relocation support and career counseling for partners. **Application Requirements** Submit your complete application in English through our online portal, including: - Motivated application letter - Curriculum vitae - Diplomas (master's and bachelor's degrees) - Other relevant materials **Application Deadline: January 18, 2026 at 23:59 CET** Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

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The Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen (UCPH), invites applications for a postdoctoral position in Indo-European Studies from 1 April 2026. The position is a fixed-term position for 20 months. Introduction The collective research project The Indo-European Dark Ages Illuminated, funded by VELUX FONDEN, aims to reconstruct the cultural vocabulary – words referring to technologies (e.g. the wheel) and socioeconomic phenomena (e.g. dowry) – of the IE “Dark Ages”, the poorly lit period between the dissolution of Proto-Indo-European (PIE) and the emergence of the individual daughter branches. The semantic fields treated in the project are (1) clothing and textiles, (2) metals and metal production, (3) animal husbandry, (4) agriculture, (5) foods and utensils, (6) social structure and jurisdiction, (7) religious practices, (8) warfare, (9) transport, (10) economy and commerce, (11) construction and buildings. After compiling a comprehensive database of vocabulary items across the IE branches, the project members carry out a computer-assisted phylogenetic analysis to determine the minimal age of each vocabulary item. Since the vocabulary is indicative of the culture of the speakers of a language, the project will lead to new insights, based on historical linguistic evidence, into the cultural and technological stages and transitions in western Eurasia at the dawn of history. It thus corroborates the thriving cross-pollination between historical linguistics, archaeology and historical population genetics. Duties and Responsibilities The position will be heavily weighted in favour of research. In addition, a certain amount of teaching may also be required. Other duties may be required to a limited extent. The university determines the exact ratio between the various responsibilities. The ratio may vary over time. The postdoc is expected to collect and assure the quality of data from the Anatolian and Tocharian branches, generally assumed to be the first branches to split off and therefore potentially contributing indispensable information on the oldest linguistic layers. The postdoc coauthors one article and writes two articles independently. The papers could concern semantic fields for which the position of Anatolian and/or Tocharian in the family tree has been argued to be of significance (e.g. on terms for clothing and textiles in non-Anatolian Indo-European). The candidate is expected to collaborate closely with the other members of the Dark Ages project, to participate in group meetings at the Roots of Europe research centre and to integrate with the research group Language History. Applicants are invited to familiarise themselves with the the Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics. Qualification requirements and assessment criteria The applicant should have or be about to receive a PhD degree in Indo-European Studies or a related field and must possess skills in written and spoken academic English at a high level. Reading proficiency in German is a requirement. Furthermore, it is an advantage if the applicant has knowledge of computational linguistic phylogenetics and its relation to traditional subgrouping methodologies, as well as a basic knowledge of questions pertaining to the correlation of linguistic, archaeological and genetic evidence. Applicants will primarily be assessed in relation to their research qualifications, including their publications, ability to conduct independent research and participate in research collaborations, and their experience of research management. In addition, the applicant’s research plan and research potential will be assessed in relation to the overall project as described above. Teaching qualifications are not a requirement, but documented teaching experience can be included in the overall assessment. More information on careers at UCPH and the requirement for the different academic positions is available on: Career at The University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk) For more about postdoc positions and qualification requirements, see the Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities: Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (ufm.dk). Application Applications must be submitted online in PDF or Word format. Click on the “Apply now” button at the bottom of this advertisement to apply. Applications may be written in English or Danish and must include the following attachments: 1. Letter of motivation 2. CV 3. Documentation of qualifications (exam certificates and PhD diploma) 4. Complete publication list (attached publications must be marked with an asterisk). The list must be structured systematically and divided into the following categories: Peer-reviewed publications: Monographs and anthologies Articles in journals Book chapters/anthology contributions, etc. Non-peer-reviewed publications: Publications disseminating research findings, etc. Applicants can attach a maximum of 5 publications. The publication dates must be clearly marked on the list. The selected publications must be uploaded as attachments and numbered 1–5. 5. Research plan, consisting of a short description of previous research related to the Dark Ages project, a plan for the employment period (including a description of the planned subproject and of the proposed papers) and a brief outline of career plans beyond the postdoc. 6. Documentation of teaching competencies/teaching portfolio (see the UCPH guidelines for teaching portfolios here and other work on the dissemination of research. Applicants are invited to familiarize themselves with the faculty´s strategic landmarks here: Strategic landmarks – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). Salary and terms of employment Terms of appointment and salary will be in accordance with an agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The salary range starts at DKK 39,200 (EUR 5,200) + 18,07% contribution to the pension scheme. It is possible to negotiate salary supplements on an annual basis. The recruitment process Once the deadline for applications has expired, the Head of Department will consider advice from the appointment committee and select applicants for assessment. All applicants will be notified whether they have been shortlisted. The Head of Department will then set up an expert assessment committee to consider the applications. The selected applicants will be informed who is serving on the committee. They will be offered the opportunity to comment on the committee’s assessment of their application before the appointment is announced. Further information on the recruitment process at University of Copenhagen can be found here: Recruitment process – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk). As an applicant to the University of Copenhagen, you should be prepared to undergo a security screening related to international research collaboration as part of the recruitment process. The security screening will be conducted in cases where the University deems it appropriate based on an overall assessment. An Equal Opportunity Workplace The University of Copenhagen is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to creating an inclusive working environment and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity etc. For more on the diverse working place environment at the University and the University’s participation in the HRS4R HR Excellence in Research, see HR Excellence in Research – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk) International applicant? The University of Copenhagen offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including support before and during your relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about these services as well as information on entering and working in Denmark here: For international researchers at the University of Copenhagen – University of Copenhagen (ku.dk) Contact information Information about the recruitment process is available from HR, email: HR-Soendre@adm.ku.dk. Please refer to ID number: 211-2367/25-2I #2. Additional information about the position can be obtained from Professor Thomas Olander, email: olander@hum.ku.dk. The deadline for applications is 23:59 [CET] on 6 January 2026. Any applications or additional material submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre. Info Ansøgningsfrist: 06-01-2026 Ansættelsesdato: 01-04-2026 Afdeling/Sted: Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics Indhold ikke tilgængeligt på grund af cookie-valg Du kan ikke se indholdet i dette felt på grund af dine cookie-valg. Klik her for at redigere dine cookie-indstillinger. Kategori: Markedsføring

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Applications are invited for a PhD scholarship at the Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics. The chosen candidate will be employed and enrol at the Faculty of Humanities under the PhD School at the Faculty of Humanities. The scholarship is for 3 years starting on 1 May 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The Dark Ages project The collective research project The Indo-European Dark Ages Illuminated, funded by VELUX FONDEN, aims to reconstruct the cultural vocabulary – words referring to technologies (e.g. the wheel) and socioeconomic phenomena (e.g. dowry) – of the IE “Dark Ages”, the poorly lit period between the dissolution of Proto-Indo-European (PIE) and the emergence of the individual daughter branches. The semantic fields treated in the project are (1) clothing and textiles, (2) metals and metal production, (3) animal husbandry, (4) agriculture, (5) foods and utensils, (6) social structure and jurisdiction, (7) religious practices, (8) warfare, (9) transport, (10) economy and commerce, (11) construction and buildings. After compiling a comprehensive database of vocabulary items across the IE branches, the project members carry out a computer-assisted phylogenetic analysis to determine the minimal age of each vocabulary item. Since the vocabulary is indicative of the culture of the speakers of a language, the project will lead to new insights, based on historical linguistic evidence, into the cultural and technological stages and transitions in western Eurasia at the dawn of history. It thus corroborates the thriving cross-pollination between historical linguistics, archaeology and historical population genetics. The PhD project The main responsibility of the candidate is to carry out their own PhD project within the wider frame of the overall research project. Moreover, as part of the work tasks included in the PhD programme the candidate is responsible for collecting and curating data from one or more branches in which the candidate has special knowledge. The candidate must draft a preliminary description of a PhD project addressing one or more semantic fields of Indo-European as outlined above. The PhD project should provide a detailed historical account of the relevant lexical items in one or more branch proto-languages of Indo-European (Proto-Italic, Proto-Germanic etc.), including their cultural context. The PhD project should take into account both items inherited from PIE and more recent items present in the branch proto-language, including loan words from known and unknown sources. The PhD project will be carried out under the supervision of project PI Thomas Olander. The candidate is expected to collaborate closely with the other members of the Dark Ages project, to participate in group meetings at the Roots of Europe research centre and to integrate with the research group Language History. The candidate will be invited to co-author papers to the extent that they can be incorporated into the thesis. Applicants are invited to familiarise themselves with the the Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics. The PhD Programme PhD studies consist of research programmes at the highest international level that qualify students for independent research, knowledge dissemination and teaching. The main emphasis is on PhD students organising and conducting their own research project (under supervision). The programme culminates in the submission of a PhD thesis, which the student must defend in public. The programme is prescribed to 180 ECTS credits, corresponding to three years of full-time study. A PhD degree opens a range of career opportunities in academia and elsewhere. As well as writing a thesis, PhD students work in active research environments in Denmark and abroad. They contribute to the academic environment, take research training courses, and convey the results of their research in teaching, at academic conferences and to the public. Qualification requirements The candidate must have a high degree of knowledge of historical linguistics and, especially, of Indo-European studies. Candidates with interests and experience in linguistic phylogenetics, database design and/or archaeolinguistics will be prioritised. Applicants must have qualifications corresponding to master’s level related to the subject area of the project e.g. Indo-European Studies. If you have completed your education in Denmark, you must have a master’s degree covered by the collective agreement for academics in the state sector. If you have completed your education outside of Denmark, you must either have a master’s degree equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (two years) or as minimum a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor’s degree (three years) and be assessed as having professional qualifications at master's level. If you have completed your education abroad, we will obtain an assessment of your education from the Danish Research Agency. Applicants must possess skills in written and spoken academic English at a high level. Reading proficiency in German is an advantage. For further information about the guidelines for PhD studies at UCPH, please refer to: https://phd.ku.dk/english/. For further information about the structure of the PhD programme, please refer to: https://phd.humanities.ku.dk/phd-programme/structure/. Application All applications must be submitted online via the link “Apply now” at the bottom of this page. The application must be written in English or Danish, and include the following enclosures in Adobe PDF format: Cover letter (no more than one page detailing your motivation and background for applying with the specfic PhD project. CV. Project description (no more than 12,000 characters not including bibliography). Project abstract (please fill in the “Project abstract” box in the application form; no more than 1,200 characters). Diploma and transcripts of records (bachelor’s and master’s degree). Suggested time schedule, including planned change of research environment. Other information for consideration, e.g. list of publications. On the website of the PhD School you can find information about the enclosures to include with your electronic application: https://phd.humanities.ku.dk/how-to-obtain-a-phd-scholarship/admission-requirements/. Assessment criteria The following criteria are applied when assessing PhD applications: Research qualifications as reflected in the project description as well as its relation to the Dark Ages project. Quality and feasibility of the project. Qualifications and knowledge in relevant disciplines, as outlined above Performance (grades obtained) in graduate and post-graduate studies. The recruitment process After the deadline for applications, the Head of Department considers advice from the appointment committee and then selects applicants for assessment. All applicants will be notified whether they have been shortlisted. After this, the Head of Department sets up an expert assessment committee to assess the shortlisted applications. The selected applicants will be informed who is serving on the committee. Each shortlisted applicant will be offered the opportunity to comment on the committee’s assessment of their application before the appointment is announced. For further information about the recruitment process, please refer to the University of Copenhagen website: https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/. As an applicant to the University of Copenhagen, you should be prepared to undergo a security screening related to international research collaboration as part of the recruitment process. The security screening will be conducted in cases where the University deems it appropriate based on an overall assessment. Enrolment It is a prerequisite for employment that successful applicants enrol at the PhD School of the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Copenhagen. For further information about the structure of the PhD programme, please refer to: https://phd.humanities.ku.dk/phd-programme/structure/. For further information about the guidelines for PhD studies at UCPH, please refer to: https://phd.ku.dk/english/. Salary and terms of employment Terms of appointment and salary will be in accordance with an agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The salary range starts at DKK 31,200 (EUR 4,100) + a 17.1 % contribution to the pension scheme. According to the agreement, the PhD Fellow is required to carry out tasks at the relevant department to an extent corresponding to 840 working hours (6 months) without additional pay. The work obligation can include teaching, for instance. An equal opportunity workplace University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society, and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their personal backgrounds. For more information on the diverse working place environment at the university and the university’s participation in the HRS4R, please see: https://employment.ku.dk/working-at-ucph/eu-charter-for-researchers/. International applicant? The University of Copenhagen offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including support before and during your relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about these services as well as information on entering and working in Denmark here: https://ism.ku.dk/. Contact information For further information about the structure and rules of the PhD programme, please contact the PhD Administration, email: phd@hrsc.ku.dk. Information about the recruitment process is available from HR Centre South, email: hr-soendre@adm.ku.dk. Please refer to case number: 211-2297/25-2H #2. If you have any questions about the academic content of the PhD programme, please contact PhD Coordinator Thomas Olander (olander@hum.ku.dk). The deadline for applications is 1 February 2026 at 23:59 CET. Any applications or additional material submitted after the deadline will not be considered. However, changes may be made to the submitted application right up until the deadline. Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre. Info Ansøgningsfrist: 01-02-2026 Ansættelsesdato: 01-05-2026 Afdeling/Sted: Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics Indhold ikke tilgængeligt på grund af cookie-valg Du kan ikke se indholdet i dette felt på grund af dine cookie-valg. Klik her for at redigere dine cookie-indstillinger. Kategori: Markedsføring

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The Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Copenhagen (UCPH) seeks excellent candidates for one or more positions as Researcher in defence, security, and strategic studies at the Centre for Military Studies (CMS). Appointment as Researcher is a four-year, full-time position with an option for extension for one year. The position(s) are available from 1 February 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Applications are sought from eminent candidates who have experience with research within the field of defence, security, and strategic studies. We define national security and strategy in broad terms and welcome applicants with specific expertise covering key defence and security institutions (notably NATO), key geographical areas for Denmark (notably the Arctic) as well as preferably also a firm understanding of Danish defence and security actors and debates. We also seek, applicants with experience in applied research, the craft of writing policy reports and policy recommendations, media contributions, policy briefings, publication/editorial experience and/or experience working with actors in the defence policy landscape. The successful candidate(s) will have a strong commitment to both excellence and relevance. Relevance in this context refers to an aspiration to engage with relevant and current affairs with a view to increasing our understanding of a rapidly evolving defence and security landscape. Proficiencies in speaking and writing in Danish are an advantage, because contributions to the Danish media are expected as a part of the roles. Introduction The Centre for Military Studies is a university-based research centre focusing on research in defence, security, and strategic studies. The Centre is a fully integrated part of the Department of Political Science, one of Europe’s top political science departments, For more information on the Department, please consult About the Department of Political Science – Department of Political Science - University of Copenhagen. To generate knowledge and identify relevant strategic options for Denmark in particular, The Centre for Military Studies conduct both curiosity-driven and problem-driven independent research. The Centre works closely with the Danish Ministry of Defence, the Danish Armed Forces, and other national and international stakeholders. In the next five years, the overall themes for the Centre’s stakeholder cooperation include: Global politics and great power rivalry, European security, Nordic security, Military technology development, and Danish defence and security policy. For more information about the Centre for Military Studies, please consult our webpage: Centre for Military Studies – University of Copenhagen. Duties and Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities of the position(s) as Researcher include contributing to the scholarship and intellectual life of the University in general. As Researcher at the Centre for Military Studies, the core duties include: Research within the field of defence, security, and strategic studies Applied research and commissioned analytical tasks for the Danish Ministry of Defence and the political parties to the Defence Agreement Knowledge sharing with society, including media appearances and public lectures Teaching and supervision in relevant courses within relevant fields. The weighting of the different duties will vary periodically. Your Competencies and Opportunities Each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Essential Qualifications: To be qualified for the position the applicant must have a PhD in Political Science or an equivalent academic qualification, as well as: A proven record of outstanding research, as evidenced primarily by a PhD dissertation and a publication profile that complements the existing research strengths of the Centre. Evidence of engagement in knowledge exchange and policy-impact in Denmark and/or in an international context. We encourage proactive engagement with a broad range of stakeholders (government, business, community partners, etc.) to enhance the impact of research and education. Robust interpersonal skills, enabling the candidate to be a constructive and empathic colleague in a diverse and vibrant working environment. Please see UCPH Criteria here. Desirable Qualifications: Besides these essential qualifications, it is a major plus if the candidate has: Proven ability to engage in policy-innovation and policy formulation. Documented knowledge of security institutions and changing threat landscape of, especially, transatlantic and European security. Documented interest in the challenges faced by small European states. Research experience in fields such as security strategy, emerging weapons technology, and cyber security. Proven ability to work on or lead specific projects in teams. Documented ability to communicate complicated issues to the wider public. Strategy of the Faculty of the Social Sciences The Department of Political Science is part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. For more on the Faculty’s strategy, see: Fakultetsstrategi – Det Samfundsvidenskabelige Fakultet - Københavns Universitet Strategy of the Department of Political Science The Department of Political Science strategy (2024-2027) can be accessed here: Strategy for the Department of Political Science – Department of Political Science - University of Copenhagen. Terms of Employment Employment with the Faculty of Social Sciences and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit. The University does this by applying academic criteria that are related to the duties and conditions of each particular post and the needs of the Department concerned. Further information on qualification requirements as Researcher can be found in the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Danish Universities 2019 here: Bekendtgørelse om stillingsstruktur for videnskabeligt personale ved universiteter (in Danish only). Terms of appointment and salary is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne). The Recruitment Process Further information on the recruitment process at University of Copenhagen can be found here: Recruitment process – University of Copenhagen. As an applicant to the University of Copenhagen, you should be prepared to undergo a security screening related to international research collaboration as part of the recruitment process. The security screening will be conducted in cases where the University deems it appropriate based on an overall assessment. An Equal Opportunity Workplace The University of Copenhagen is committed in its pursuit of academic excellence to equality of opportunity and to creating an inclusive working environment and therefore encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of personal background, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, ethnicity etc. For more on the diverse working place environment at the University and the University’s participation in the HRS4R HR Excellence in Research, see HR Excellence in Research – University of Copenhagen. International Applicant? The University of Copenhagen offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including support before and during your relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about these services as well as information on entering and working in Denmark here: www.ism.ku.dk/. Contact Information Information about the recruitment process is available from HR, e-mail: hr-soendre@adm.ku.dk, please refer to ID number: 211-0003/25-2C0 #2. Additional information about the position can be obtained from CMS Director, Katja Lindskov Jacobsen: e-mail: kj@ifs.ku.dk. How to Apply Submit a complete application at our online portal. Click on the “Apply now” icon at the bottom of the page to apply. Your application must be written in English and include the following documents: Motivated letter. A cover letter with a motivation for your application and detailing how your profile matches the qualifications required for this post. Curriculum vitae. Certificates and Diplomas (BA, MA and PhD) Key publications. The 3-4 most important publications, of which at least three must have been published within the five years immediately preceding the deadline for application. The publications selected must be uploaded as attachments and named from 1 to 4. Publication list. A complete list of all publications with clearly marked publication dates. The uploaded publications must be marked with * on the list to be assessed. Evidence of societal impact. Documentation of any ability to and/or experience with societal impact including through applied research. Teaching portfolio. Documentation of teaching qualifications in accordance with the University guidelines for teaching portfolios when appointing academic staff at the University of Copenhagen. Evidence of ability to disseminate information. Documentation of the ability to disseminate information to and share knowledge with society. Should any material submitted consist of work with named co-authors, or work that is otherwise the result of collective academic endeavors, the extent of the applicant’s contribution to the work must be clearly specified. The hiring committee may ask for a signed statement from the co-authors specifying the extent and nature of each individual’s contribution. The closing date for applications is 23:59 14 December 2025 CET. Applications or enclosures received thereafter will not be considered. Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre. 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**PhD Scholarship in Sociolinguistics: Contemporary Rural-Urban Tensions** The Center of Excellence TRANSITION – Center for Changing Urban and Rural Lives, based at the Faculty of Humanities, University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a PhD scholarship in sociolinguistics focusing on contemporary rural-urban tensions. We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in Danish or Scandinavian studies, linguistics, or ethnology. The successful candidate will be enrolled at the PhD School at the Faculty of Humanities, affiliated with the Department of Nordic Studies and Linguistics (NorS). The scholarship is for 3 years, full-time, starting 1 May 2026. **About TRANSITION – Center for Changing Urban and Rural Lives** We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join TRANSITION – Center for Changing Urban and Rural Lives, a new Center of Excellence that opened on February 1, 2025. Funded for up to 10 years by the Danish National Research Foundation, it represents a collaboration between the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Copenhagen and the National Museum of Denmark. Worldwide, the transition from predominantly rural to urban-centric societies marks one of the most significant shifts in human history, with profound implications for culture, language, and identity. This transition has fostered a longstanding narrative of opposition between rural and urban life, influencing social cohesion, democracy, and sustainability. At TRANSITION, we work interdisciplinary by combining studies in language, literature, and history to explore these developments. The center's research aims to uncover and understand the cultural history and lived experiences of people from 1870 to the present, exploring life courses, experiences of living in new contexts, and the transformation of rural and urban places. **The Position** Applicants are responsible for drafting a preliminary project description, which will be further developed in dialogue with the supervisor and the TRANSITION core team upon employment. The PhD project must be empirically grounded, preferably employing discourse and/or narrative analysis. We seek projects focusing on how rural-urban tensions are enacted, represented, and negotiated in a contemporary Danish context. Data may be collected through quantitative and/or qualitative approaches such as ethnography, surveys, or interviews, or through media sources, social media, or other relevant sources. The candidate is expected to actively engage in and contribute to the center's interdisciplinary research environment, including participation in joint data sessions and collaborative activities. **Qualification Requirements** Applicants must have qualifications corresponding to master's level related to the subject area of the project. Furthermore, applicants must have good knowledge of modern cultural history, and experience and/or knowledge of working with empirical data. If you have completed your education in Denmark, you must have a master's degree covered by the collective agreement for academics in the state sector. If you have completed your education outside of Denmark, you must either have a master's degree equivalent to a Danish master's degree (two years) or as minimum a bachelor's degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor's degree (three years) and be assessed as having professional qualifications at master's level. If you have completed your education abroad, we will obtain an assessment of your education from the Danish Research Agency. Applicants must possess skills in written and spoken academic English at a high level. The empirical data is in Danish, therefore the successful candidate must hold skills in Danish or another Scandinavian language. To be awarded a PhD scholarship, the applicant must enroll as a PhD student at the Faculty of Humanities, according to the rules of the Danish Ministerial order No 1039 of 27 August 2013. **The PhD Program** The PhD program is a study program that aims at training PhD students, at an international level, to undertake research, development, and teaching assignments. These qualifications open opportunities to a variety of careers within the private and public sectors. The program includes drafting a PhD thesis, active participation in research networks, PhD courses and knowledge dissemination. The standard duration of the PhD program is three years of full-time studies, which equals 180 ECTS credits. **How to Apply** Applications must be submitted online and written in English or a Scandinavian language. Please include the following enclosures in PDF or Word format: - Cover Letter detailing your motivation and background for applying - CV - Project abstract (maximum 1,200 characters) - Project description (maximum 12,000 characters, not including bibliography), including suggestions for relevant research questions, theory, and methods - Time schedule for the PhD project - Diploma and transcripts of records (both bachelor's and master's