🚀 Exciting PhD Opportunity at the University of Copenhagen! 🧬💻
Are you passionate about the intersection of Machine Learning and Genomics? The University of Copenhagen (UCPH) is looking for a Doctoral Candidate to join the MLCARE MSCA Doctoral Network for a 36-month fellowship starting June 2026!
The Project: Foundation Models for Genomics and Health Trajectories This research focuses on developing self-supervised foundation models (like AlphaGenome and GPNStar) to link genomic variation with longitudinal health data. You will work at the Department of Biology and the Centre for Machine Learning in the Life Sciences (MLLS) to advance genomic AI in precision medicine.
Why Apply?
✅ Global Collaboration: Spend 3 months each at Novo Nordisk (Denmark), Pharmatics Limited (UK), and Fundación Pública Andaluza Progreso Y Salud (Spain).
✅ World-Class Mentorship: Supervised by Professor Ole Winther.
✅ Competitive Salary: Monthly gross salary starting at approx. DKK 31,242 (~EUR 4,193) plus pension.
✅ Cutting-Edge Tech: Work with high-performance computing, PyTorch, and large-scale databases like UK Biobank.
Who is the Ideal Candidate?
MSc in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Strong Python/PyTorch skills and experience with bioinformatics pipelines.
A curious mindset and interest in protein language models and biological sequence analysis.
Eligibility: Must meet the MSCA mobility rule (not resided in Denmark for >12 months in the last 3 years) and not yet hold a PhD.
How to Apply (Mandatory 2-Step Process):
Fill out the central application form: https://mlcare.webs.tsc.uc3m.es/open-positions/
Submit your CV and Letter of Intent via the UCPH portal: https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=3010&ProjectId=156743&DepartmentId=19975&MediaId=5121
📅 Deadline: 3 March 2026, 23:59 PM CET.
Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of individualized treatment and drug discovery!
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