PhD fellowship in Vaccine Platforms and Mucosal Imuunity at Novo Nordisk Foundation Initiative for Vaccines and Immunity

We are offering a 1-year Research Assistant position with the possibility of a 3-year PhD fellowship in Vaccine Platforms and Mucosal Immunology commencing January 2027.

Background

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Initiative for Vaccines and Immunity (NIVI), launched in December 2023, has a unique mission to harness airway immunity through innovative vaccine research and development to prevent airborne epidemics. NIVI has two parts: - NIVI Research Center (NIVI-R): A state-of-the-art research center anchored to the University of Copenhagen, Department of Immunology and Microbiology (www.isim.ku.dk).

- NIVI Development (NIVI-D)

A company that focuses on translational sciences and advancing vaccine development. NIVI-R conducts scientific research, while NIVI-D works to quickly turn that research into new vaccine candidates. NIVI-D accelerates clinical trials (phases 1 and 2) and ensures a smooth transition to partners for later stages of development.

By connecting science, innovation, clinical trials, regulatory processes, and product development, NIVI aims to streamline the journey from research to real-world vaccines. Our group and research Our group is part of the NIVI-R interdisciplinary research consortium1 …