Overview
PhD position in experimental hematology to study normal and malignant hematopoietic stem cell biology. The Porse group at the Finsen Laboratory/BRIC at University of Copenhagen is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to work on hematopoietic stem cell biology.
The research group
The Porse group (Finsen Laboratory/BRIC) focuses on mechanisms governing normal and malignant haematopoiesis with emphasis on hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) during adult haematopoiesis and malignant transformation. We use mouse models of pre-malignant and malignant conditions, mouse knockout lines of stem cell regulators, primary patient material, and genome-wide approaches including single cell analyses and single cell proteomics. The Porse group is affiliated with the Finsen Laboratory at Rigshospitalet and with BRIC at the University of Copenhagen.
Project
The successful candidate will join an international and interdisciplinary group working on normal and malignant hematopoietic stem cell biology, including diseases such as acute myeloid leukemia. The candidate will use advanced CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing in primary human and murine hematopoietic stem cells to assess novel regulators of HSC biology. There will be a large degree of freedom to shape and drive the research projects forward.
Start: 15 January 2026
Duration: 3 years as a PhD student
Job Description
Your key tasks as a PhD student at SUND are:
- Carrying through an independent research project under supervision.
- Completing PhD courses or other equivalent education amounting to approximately 30 ECTS points.
- Participating in active research environments including a stay at another research team.
- Obtaining experience with teaching or other dissemination related to your PhD project.
- Teaching and disseminating your knowledge.
- Writing a PhD thesis based on your project.
Key criteria for the assessment of applicants
Applicants must have qualifications corresponding to a master’s degree related to the subject area of the project. The master’s degree must be equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (two years).
Other Important Criteria
- The grade point average achieved
- Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project
- Previous publications
- Relevant work experience
- Other professional activities
- A curious mindset with a strong interest in biomedical research
- Language skills
For further information regarding the position, please contact Professor Bo Porse at
Place of employment
The employment is at BRIC, University of Copenhagen, located in the Biocenter near the centre of Copenhagen. BRIC offers modern laboratories and core facilities and a dynamic, international research environment. More information: and
Terms of employment
Average weekly hours: 37. The position is fixed-term for 3 years starting 15 January 2026. Employment is conditioned upon successful enrolment as a PhD student at the Graduate School at the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, in accordance with applicable rules. Salary starts at approximately 30,800 DKK per month plus pension (as of April 2025 level).
Application procedure
Your application must be submitted electronically by clicking Apply Now. Include the following documents in PDF format:
- Motivated letter of application (max one page)
- CV including education, experience, language skills, and other relevant skills
- Certified copy of original Master of Science diploma and transcript, with an English translation if needed
- Publication list (if available)
Application deadline: 12 October 2025, 23:59 CET. We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline or applications not meeting requirements.
The further process
The recruitment process follows University of Copenhagen guidelines. Interviews are expected in week 47-48. The University of Copenhagen encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Contact: Bo Torben Porse,
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