Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? Stockholm University, Sweden invites online application for multiple funded PhD Programs / fully funded PhD positions in various research areas.
Candidates interested in fully funded PhD positions can check the details and may apply as soon as possible. Interested and eligible applicants may submit their online application for PhD programs via the University’s Online Application Portal.
1. 02 Fully Funded PhD Position in Bioinformatics
Summary of PhD Program:
Protein structure is essential for understanding their function and developing drugs targeting proteins. Recently, a deep learning method that can predict the structure of most proteins was made freely available and released a database with predicted protein structures. However, proteins do not act alone – they work together with other proteins. Therefore, the next major challenge is using these methods for predicting protein-protein interactions. Our initial studies have shown that it is possible to predict accurate structures of a large part of dimeric proteins using either a modified version of AlphaFold2 or AlphaFold-multimer. However, many proteins cannot be built accurately, nor can we always distinguish interacting from non-interacting protein pairs and building larger complexes accurately is still an unsolved problem.
Application Deadline: 21 September 2023
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Biochemistry
Summary of PhD Program:
Cancer cells have an increased demand for DNA synthesis and DNA repair compared to normal cells and are therefore highly reliant on enzymes involved in these processes. This can be exploited by developing inhibitors that stop the activity of these enzymes. We will use structure-based fragment screening to develop potent inhibitors that target these enzymes, which cancer cells depend on. In recent years, structure-based fragment screening has been established as a key method to identify low affinity binders that can be developed into promising lead compounds. Billions of compounds can now be rapidly synthesized at low cost by chemical suppliers. This dramatically increases the possibilities to quickly expand and modify initial fragment hits into potential drugs. We will develop novel inhibitors and aim to bring them all the way to clinical trials. To succeed with this in an academic setting, many groups with diverse expertise have to work together.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2023
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Biophysics
Summary of PhD Program:
Super resolution (SR) encompasses advanced light microscopy techniques which have in common to circumvent the diffraction limit. More concretely, it uniquely enables imaging fluorophores with a resolution ranging from a few nm to 200nm. It provides unprecedented insight into cells’ molecular life and has highlighted the key role played by signalling proteins spatial (re)organization and interactions at the nanoscale. As such SR has opened novel promising avenues of research when it comes to investigating complex cellular processes.
Application Deadline: 21 September 2023
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Chemical Physics
Summary of PhD Program:
The position is placed at the Department of Physics (Albanova) and the PhD student will work as part of of the newly established group around Prof. Beye as well as part-time at the Swedish synchrotron MAX IV. The group activity is related to understanding elementary processes in surface chemical reactions as well as during phase transformations of complex solids. The current project aims to establish X-ray Photon Correlation Spectroscopy (XPCS) with soft X-rays on quantum materials at MAX IV. The PhD student will contribute to developing new tools sensitive to nanosecond domain fluctuations on quantum materials, like antiferromagnets or analogues to high-temperature superconductors, which can provide new insights for the design of more energy-efficient functional devices in information technology.
Application Deadline: 31 Oct 2023
5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Sociology
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD position is part of the research programme “Sustainable synergies”. The aim of the programme is to study how the welfare system can be developed to support a sustainable working life for everyone, based on both internationally comparative research and in-depth analyses of Sweden. In focus are the working-life transitions individuals make during their life-course, and the programme will examine how the interplay between different social policies can support successful transitions for different groups in the labour market.
Application Deadline: 1 October 2023
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in Sociology
Summary of PhD Program:
The position is connected to the level of living research carried out at SOFI and the research program Traps for women or meaningful jobs for the future? Challenges and opportunities in female-dominated occupations, funded by FORTE (the Swedish Research Council for Health, Working Life and Welfare). The program examines structures and mechanisms that generate gender inequality in wages, careers, health and social recognition. Particular focus is on studying whether and how gender inequality can be attributed to working conditions in female-dominated occupations and the fact that many female-dominated occupations are people-oriented and emotionally demanding.
Application Deadline: 1 October 2023
7. Fully Funded PhD Position in Biophysics
Summary of PhD Program:
We are seeking PhD candidates with strong and documented backgrounds in biophysics, biochemistry, molecular biology, or related fields. Proficiency with molecular cloning, protein purification, cell culture, fluorescence microscopy, image analysis, mathematical modeling of dynamical systems, and machine learning is advantageous. Priority will be given to candidates with the overall highest experience in these fields, however prior experience with all the listed techniques is not a requirement and we encourage applicants of different backgrounds to apply. We are looking for candidates who work well in a team and contribute to a positive work environment. The selected PhD candidate will be joining a dynamic and interdisciplinary lab that aims to do ambitious science based in SciLifeLab in Stockholm, a vibrant hub for scientific research.
Application Deadline: 21 September 2023
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8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Criminology
Summary of PhD Program:
In order to meet the general entry requirements, the applicant must have completed a second-cycle degree, completed courses equivalent to at least 240 higher education credits, of which 60 credits must be in the second cycle, or have otherwise acquired equivalent knowledge in Sweden or elsewhere. In order to meet the specific entry requirements, for doctoral studies in Criminology you need a Bachelor´s degree (preferably in Criminology or other social sciences) and at least 60 ECTS credits at advanced level (a part of those should include a thesis). In the syllabus for doctoral studies in Criminology you will find the requirements described in detail.
Application Deadline: 10 September 2023
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in Sustainability Science
Summary of PhD Program:
We seek an enthusiastic and committed PhD candidate to join us in the research project Emerging pests and pathogens as a novel lens for unravelling social-ecological cascades (INFLUX). INFLUX is funded by a European Research Council starting grant to Peter Søgaard Jørgensen. Emerging pests and pathogens (EPPs), such as new infectious diseases in humans, plants or livestock and agricultural insect and plant pests are an increasingly disruptive force to human society that can cause large social and ecological change. INFLUX aims to understand how EPPs cascade across scales in social-ecological systems and how these cascades can be governed for positive outcomes for sustainable development.
Application Deadline: 10 September 2023
10. Fully Funded PhD Position in Sustainability Science
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD Student will apply and extend the Nature Futures Framework. This work will also use and upon scenario methods and techniques developed in the Seeds of Good Anthropocenes project. Expected research activities include further development, analysis, comparison, and synthesis of the global collection of scenario studies in the Biosphere Futures database, as well as the creation of new African scenarios. The PhD student will help to design and run participatory, place-based scenario processes on the African continent to develop African Futures. The work may occasionally require international travel for participation in scientific conferences, workshops, and visits to research collaborators.
Application Deadline: 10 September 2023
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in Molecular Biosciences
Summary of PhD Program:
This PhD student position is available in the laboratory headed by Professor Tore Bengtsson. The project focuses on molecular and physiological mechanisms associated with adrenoceptors and how they affect glucose metabolism in vitro and in vivo. An important area of study is how beta-adrenoceptors bind and are stimulated by different ligands, and how adrenoceptors are coupled to different signaling pathways, including signal transduction proteins and atypical signaling pathways involved in glucose uptake. Our focus is on finding a cure for the metabolic syndrome including obesity and diabetes using a completely novel strategy. Our experimental strategies range from the molecular level ranging from cells to animal models and humans, using a comprehensive approach with many of the most advanced methods available at Stockholm University.
Application Deadline: 10 September 2023
12. Fully Funded PhD Position in Physical Geography
Summary of PhD Program:
Annual tree rings are widely utilized to reconstruct past variations in temperature and precipitation. While temperature typically exerts a stronger influence on growth than precipitation in the midlatitudes, there are exceptions. Tree growth is not solely governed by climate; it is also influenced by various environmental factors such as forest fires, insect outbreaks, nutrient availability, floods, and human activities. By analyzing deposits of environmental toxins and heavy metals within trees, we can gain insights into the historical impacts of different industries on the environment. This doctoral project takes an interdisciplinary approach, leveraging trees as a tool to investigate the combined effects of climate and pollution on nature. The outcomes of this research will hold significant practical and scientific value, providing valuable insights into both past and present environmental conditions.
Application Deadline: 6 October 2023
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in Superconducting Quantum Electronics
Summary of PhD Program:
Superconductivity and the Josephson effect are macroscopic quantum phenomena that allow the creation of quantum devices at a conventional micro/nanometer scale, easily achievable by modern micro/nano-fabrication techniques. Superconducting cryo-electronics is needed not only for the development of a quantum computer but also for the next generation of a digital exaflop supercomputer and energy-and-time-efficient neuromorphic computers for artificial intelligence. At present, one of the largest obstacles towards the future development of superconducting electronics is associated with the difficulty of its miniaturization: practical applications require nano-scale devices compatible with very-large-scale integration (VLSI).
Application Deadline: 29 September 2023
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in Experimental Quantum communication
Summary of PhD Program:
We seek for a highly motivated, skilled, and independent graduate student who wishes who wish to enhance their scientific career in a stimulating environment. This doctoral degree project will be carried out in the quantum photonics group led by Ana Predojevic. The successful candidate should have interest in quantum technologies, specifically quantum information and communication. The doctoral project focuses on generation and investigation of entangled states of light for application in quantum communication protocols.
Application Deadline: 29 September 2023
15. Fully Funded PhD Position in Theoretical Chemical Physics
Summary of PhD Program:
We seek to recruit a candidate for a PhD position working on new approaches for spectrum simulations with state-of-the-art quantum chemistry. The work will focus on the development of ab initio calculations of x-ray spectra for the study of the electronic structure and photo-induced processes. You will work both with existing software and develop code. The training is focused on theoretical studies, but the project is based on a close collaboration with leading experimental groups, developing , in particular time-resolved, X-ray spectroscopy.
Application Deadline: 29 September 2023
16. Fully Funded PhD Position in Bioinformatics
Summary of PhD Program:
The Selected PhD candidate will be joining the Computational Microscopy for Cell Biology (CMCB) lab, led by Dr. J. Griffié. The lab will be based at SciLifeLab in Stockholm, a vibrant and dynamic science hub, with a particular focus in multidisciplinary research to study biological systems. The CMCB laboratory aims more specifically at developing cutting-edge data/image analysis strategies to answer fundamental biology questions with advanced light microscopy. The lab’s research scope ranges from studying cells at the molecular level, developing machine learning tools to extract meaningful information from images as well as modelling.
