University of Copenhagen, Niels Bohr Institute
Fellowship ID:
UCPH-NBI-PHDGRCOG [#30634]
Fellowship Title:
PhD Fellowships in Gravitational Physics
Location:
Copenhagen, Copenhagen 2100, Denmark
Subject Areas:
Appl Deadline:
2025/12/01 11:59PM
(posted 2025/10/01, updated 2025/09/23)
(posted 2025/10/01, updated 2025/09/23) Description:
Description
The Center of Gravity at the Niels Bohr Institute invites expressions of interest for PhD Fellowships in Gravitational Physics (in particular black-hole and gravitational-wave physics) for a fixed period of three years. The preferred starting date is April-September 2026. Interested individuals are encouraged to upload all material before December 1, 2025, by submitting a 2-page CV, transcripts, and a one-page letter of motivation. The search will remain open until completed. We seek international outstanding individuals eager to join an ambitious research program at the Center of Gravity, a new DNRF Center of Excellence initiative which is composed of the young and vibrant team consisting of Vitor Cardoso, Emil Bjerrum-Bohr, Jose Ezquiaga, Troels Harmark, Niels Obers, Marta Orselli, Alessia Platania, Johan Samsing, Maarten van de Meent, Ziqi Yan, focused on addressing the physics of black holes, quantum aspects of spacetime via string theory and holography, the problem of motion in General Relativity using advanced quantum field scattering and gravitational self-force techniques, and gravitational-wave physics. An ample travel budget for the Center is available. Brief interviews will be conducted with team members after an initial shortlist is formed. This search is part of a vigorous expansion at the Niels Bohr Institute into the field of Gravitational Physics, bringing together scientists from various areas of theoretical physics and astrophysics to address some of the most pressing questions related to gravity. The Center of Gravity is hosted by the Niels Bohr Institute. It functions as a primary center for fundamental research, including gravitational physics, theoretical and computational astrophysics, cosmology, and high-energy physics. The Center hosts several international programs, including visitor programs, workshops, and Ph.D. schools. The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes all qualified individuals regardless of personal background.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Grade Transcript MSc study
- Grade Transcript BSc Study
- Two reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the description.
Further Info:
The Center of Gravity
Niels Bohr Institute
Blegdamsvej 17
2100 Copenhagen Ø
Denmark
www.the-center-of-gravity.com
Niels Bohr Institute
Blegdamsvej 17
2100 Copenhagen Ø
Denmark
www.the-center-of-gravity.com