At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct innovative research in Korean Studies and engage with diverse cultural narratives.
- Company: University of Copenhagen, a leading institution in humanities research.
- Benefits: Fully funded PhD scholarship, competitive salary, and teaching opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic research environment with excellent career prospects and international collaboration.
- Why this job: Join a groundbreaking project exploring Korean experiences and contribute to global academic discussions.
- Qualifications: Master's degree in Korean Studies or related humanities field; strong Korean and English skills required.
The Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies in the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a full-time three-year PhD scholarship, with an expected starting date of 1 February 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. The PhD project will be part of the research project Sensing Korea: Reframing Korean Studies in the Nordic Countries, funded by the Academy of Korean Studies. Sensing Korea aims to develop sensory and narrative approaches to Korean Studies in order to explore the diversity of Korean experiences beyond essentializing representations.
The PhD candidate will be supervised by project leader Barbara Wall and will work closely with a project team comprising scholars based at the Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies as well as researchers from Korean Studies programs at other Nordic universities. The candidate is also expected to have an interest in communicating academic knowledge about Korea to a broader public.
About The Department: The project is based at the Department of Cross-Cultural and Regional Studies, which is part of the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Copenhagen. The department has approximately 800 students and 150 employees. At the department, we research and teach in language, culture, religion and society, primarily with a focus on regions outside Western Europe and the USA.
Qualification Requirements: Applicants must have qualifications corresponding to a master's degree in Korean Studies or a related field in the humanities. Particularly relevant disciplinary backgrounds and research interests include Literary Studies and Sensory Studies, as well as Musicology, Media Studies, Religious Studies, Cultural Studies, History, Art History/Visual Culture, Performance Studies, and East Asian Studies. Excellent proficiency in Korean and English is essential. Proficiency in a Scandinavian language and/or Literary Sinitic (Hanmun) is considered an advantage.
Application: All applications must be submitted online, in PDF or Microsoft Word format. The application must include:
- Personal statement (max. one page)
- CV (max. one page) and a list of publications, where relevant
- Documentation (diplomas and transcripts)
Project Description: Applications must include a preliminary project description covering the problem formulation, overall objectives, methodology, design and timetable (max. five pages/12,000 characters, incl. spaces, excl. bibliography).
The Following Criteria Are Applied When Assessing PhD Applications:
- The quality, originality and feasibility of the PhD project and its relevance to the Sensing Korea project
- Research qualifications, as reflected in the attached CV and project description
- Competencies and knowledge of relevant fields of academic research
- Level (grades obtained) of Bachelor and Master's studies.
Please note that only one position is available and competition is intense. The deadline for applications is 1 November 2026 at 23:59 (CET). Any applications or additional material submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Fully funded PhD position in Korean Studies employer: Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen
The University of Copenhagen is an exceptional employer, offering a fully funded PhD position in Korean Studies that fosters a vibrant academic environment. With a commitment to research excellence and inclusivity, the university provides ample opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with leading scholars, and engagement in meaningful projects like Sensing Korea. Located in the heart of Copenhagen, employees benefit from a rich cultural landscape and comprehensive support services for international researchers.
Contact Details:
Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen Recruitment Team
