Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. Uppsala University is currently offering 7 fully funded PhD positions, have a look at them.
- PhD positions in Political Science (at least three)
Job Description
Three of the doctoral positions are open, while an additional two can be linked to projects. The PhD position is linked to the project “What will we eat? Food As Security Politics in Sweden 1900-2025” which studies the role of food preparedness and food production as a security policy issue. The project includes both quantitative and qualitative methods.
One major duty of the applicant will be able to shape their own project within the subject of the project.
Eligibility
To be accepted into this program, applicants must;
- Have satisfactory results in courses equivalent to 90 ECTS points in political science (and)
- Very good oral and written proficiency in English and/or Swedish.
Program Benefits
- Salary exchange
- Free accomodations
How to Apply
The application must contain the following:
- Curriculum Vitae.
- A brief cover letter, showing motives for application.
- Transcripts of academic records.
- Two academic references.
For more information, please visit this Website
Deadline: 31st of January, 2024.
- The PhD Program at the Department of Economics
Job Description
The program prepares you both for a career in academia as well as for qualified positions in government ministries and agencies, international organisations and the private sector.
The holder of a PhD-student position shall primarily devote her/his time to own research studies.
Eligibility
Applicant must have;
- Completed at least 240 ECTS-credits of coursework.
- Good communication skills with sufficient proficiency in oral and written English
Benefits
An intellectually stimulating research environment with several research seminars each week and a large flow of international guests
How to Apply
Application should contain the following documents;
- Attested copies of all qualifications and academic records.
- Copies of essays that you have authored.
- A Curriculum Vitae.
- Details of two academic references.
For more information, visit the official Website
Deadline: 1st of February, 2024.
- PhD student in Computer Systems: Memory Management in Architecture and Operating System
Job Description
The Department of Information Technology holds a leading position in both research and education at all levels. The department focuses on the combination of hardware and software. The PhD student will be given a project in memory management in architectures and the OS.
Benefits
- Free accomodations.
- An exciting work environment.
Eligibility
To be qualified for this program, applicant must have;
- experience with C/C++ and python
- a passion for solving challenging problems and the skills to do so
How to Apply
The application must include
- a statement.
- a CV, a copy of the MSc thesis, and other relevant documents,
- Contact information for at least one reference.
For more information about this offer, visit https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:login/type:job/jobID:678448
Deadline: January 31, 2024
- PhD Position in Nano-Carbon Neuromorphic Circuits for on-body AI
Project Description
The research assigned to the PhD position has a focus on the development of enabling technology for designing and fabricating neuromorphic circuits with bio-plausible spiking performances. The approach utilises nano-carbon materials in the circuit design to render spike-driven signalling and computing with tactile and thermal inputs.
The PhD student would be in charge of;
- Circuit design for replicating functions of neurons and synapses based on nano-carbon electronics
- Implementation of circuit design using nano-carbon electronic components
- devote themselves to their research studies.
Eligibility
Interested applicants must possess the following;
- Very good oral and written proficiency in English.
- Experience in circuit design, carbon nanotube electronics, organic electronics, or similar is beneficial
Benefits
Applicants have access to a lot of benefits, below are some of the benefits;
- An interactive work environment
- The doctoral student will be supervised by at least two supervisors.
For more information about this offer, visit https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:login/type:job/jobID:683234
Deadline: 29th February, 2024
- PhD student in Automatic Control focusing on Distributed Voltage Control.
Job Description
The project focuses on modelling and characterising the adverse interactions between distributed voltage controllers, as well as developing new voltage regulation strategies in active distribution networks that mitigate the risks of harmful interactions.
Roles
The Successful Candidate;
- will work with reduced-order models suitable for mathematical and control-theoretic analysis of the global behaviour of a large-scale power system.
- is expected to leverage control-theoretic tools to identify the components involved in the harmful interactions.
Benefits
- A wide network of strong international collaborators
- An exciting working environment
Eligibility
Interested applicant must possess the following;
- a strong interest in control theory and power systems,
- good communication skills with sufficient proficiency in oral and written English.
How to Apply
Eligibility applicants should submit the following to note their application:
- A statement, including applicant’s motivation and self-assessment.
- A CV
- Degrees and other relevant documents.
- References with contact information.
For more information about this program, visit https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:login/type:job/jobID:680621
Deadline: January 30, 2024
- PhD student in Physical Mechanisms of Virus Infection
Job Description
The Department of Cell and Molecular Biology is organised into seven research programmes which all focus on different areas of cell and molecular biology. The scientific basis of what we do lies in biology, but our research overlaps with other areas. The doctoral project is about measuring enveloped virus entry using fluorescence microscopy and biophysical chemistry. You will begin by extending the system to help understand the physical role receptors play in viral entry and answer other questions about the biophysics and cell biology of viral entry.
Eligibility
Applicants interested in this position must possess the following:
- Prior experience in both quantitative analysis and viral culture.
- The ability to work effectively as a team and as an individual.
Benefits
- Provides an exciting, dynamic environment for science.
- Salary exchange
How to Apply
Eligibility applicant should should submit the following documents on the application link;
- A curriculum vitae
- Degrees and other relevant documents
- Contact information of two references
For more information about this offer, visit https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:login/type:job/jobID:683798,
Deadline: January 31, 2024.
- Four PhD positions at the Department of Theology
The Faculty of Theology is one of nine faculties at Uppsala University. The Faculty is not linked to any faith community, and the religious affiliation of students, research students, lecturers or other staff is of no relevance to the Faculty.
The holder of a PhD position shall, foremost, be devoted to his or her own postgraduate study and research.
Eligibility
Applicants interested in this position must possess the following:
- Excellent grades in MSc degrees.
- Good communication and writing skills in the English language.
Benefits
- offers a creative environment for pursuing research or a degree.
- Wellness hour and fitness activities subsidy
How to Apply
Eligibility applicants should submit the following documents on the application site:
- Completed form
- A copy of degree certificates in English or Swedish should also be included.
- A research proposal of 6 pages.
For more information, visit https://uu.varbi.com/en/what:login/type:job/jobID:681365
Deadline: February 15, 2024.