PhD Position for Breast Cancer: Join the Diet, Cancer, and Health research group at the Danish Cancer Institute for a fully funded 3-year PhD project focused on understanding benign breast disease as a risk factor for breast cancer. Contribute to vital research that aims to reduce breast cancer risk through data analysis and statistical methods.
PhD Student Position on Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
Designation:
PhD Student
Research Area:
Diet, Cancer, and Health
Location:
Copenhagen, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in a relevant field (medicine, public health, human biology, or related areas)
- Preferably experience in programming and statistical analyses (SAS or R)
- Knowledge of epidemiology
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
- Positive attitude and ability to contribute to a collaborative work environment
Job Description:
The PhD candidate will:
- Manage the project on benign breast disease and its risk factors for breast cancer
- Conduct literature reviews, categorize diagnoses, and process data
- Perform statistical analyses and report findings in scientific journals
- Participate in presentations at national and international meetings/conferences
- Be enrolled in a university PhD program
How to Apply:
Submit your application electronically, including:
- A motivated application (max. 1 page)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Documentation of completed education
Applications must be submitted by clicking the ‘Apply for position’ link on the official website.
Last Date to Apply:
November 23, 2025
For more information, please contact Senior Researcher Lene Mellemkjær at lene@cancer.dk.
