PhD Scholarship in Microbial Chemotaxis and Root-Microbe Interactions, Denmark

Technical University of Denmark (DTU) announces a PhD Scholarship in Microbial Chemotaxis and Root-Microbe Interactions. The scholarship is for the academic session 2026/2027 and covers a full PhD position with salary under DTU terms. The program is hosted by DTU Bioengineering, with a focus on microbiology, microbial ecology, and related fields.

Enrollment in DTU’s PhD program with access to facilities; opportunity for international collaboration; supervision of research projects; relocation support from abroad if applicable.

Open to applicants from all countries who hold a two-year master’s degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent in microbiology, microbial ecology, biotechnology, environmental biology, environmental engineering or related fields; English proficiency and good communication skills are expected.

Submit online as a single PDF including cover letter, CV, transcripts, diploma and research statement via the DTU job portal; deadline 15 February 2026 (23:59 Danish time).