One or more PhD stipends in criminology and cybercrime

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One or more PhD stipends in criminology and cybercrime Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): L'Università di Copenaghen offre una o più borse di dottorato in criminologia con focus sul crimine informatico, per un periodo di 3 anni. Le posizioni sono parte di un'iniziativa strategica per rafforzare la ricerca criminologica in Danimarca, con inizio previsto il 15 settembre 2026. I candidati devono sviluppare un progetto di ricerca indipendente, partecipare all'ambiente di ricerca del dipartimento e completare un programma di formazione per dottorandi. È richiesta una laurea magistrale in criminologia o in un campo correlato, con preferenza per chi ha esperienza nella raccolta e analisi dei dati. L'ente offre un ambiente di ricerca collaborativo e supporto per lo sviluppo della carriera. Do you want to develop Danish research on cybercrime and contribute to the future of crime prevention? Do you want to be part of a rapidly developing criminological field in Denmark? The Department of Society and Politics, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, invites applications for one or more 3-year fully funded PhD positions in criminology with a focus on cybercrime. The positions are part of a strategic effort to strengthen criminological research in Denmark. The starting date is September 15, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Your work tasks • Develop and carry out an independent research project under supervision • Participate in the department’s research environment • Complete a PhD training programme • Teach at one or more of the department programmes Your main task as a PhD student will be to develop and complete a PhD thesis that meets international research standards within the relevant field. In close collaboration with your main supervisor, you will further develop and refine your research project. You are expected to actively engage with the department’s research environment and participate in relevant national and international research networks. As part of the PhD programme, you will complete PhD courses within topics relevant to your project. The programme also includes a mandatory requirement to gain experience in teaching and/or other forms of research dissemination and knowledge exchange. As part of the application, you must submit a project description (maximum five pages, 19,200 characters including spaces and references). The description should outline the research questions, theoretical considerations, methodological approach, relevant literature, and a proposed timeline. The project should address cybercrime (cyber-enabled or cyber-dependent). This may involve one or more of the topics listed below, but may also address other topics relevant to the subject area: • Victimization and offending • Hybridization of crime • Illicit online markets The research project may address national or international challenges and should employ appropriate qualitative and/or quantitative methods. The project should demonstrate clear potential to generate internationally recognised research, produce publications in leading journals, and attract future research funding. Senior researchers will actively support access to Danish data sources (e.g., registry data, surveys, and organisations). Your competencies The ideal candidate holds a degree in criminology or a related field. We are particularly interested in applicants with experience in data collection and analysis. We value a collaborative work environment that fosters both academic engagement and social interaction among colleagues. Who we are Department of Society and Politics [SOCIETY] provides an ambitious academic environment, bringing together a range of strong research disciplines from the social sciences. Our scholars pursue research excellence at the highest international level while remaining committed to generating knowledge that informs policy, improves practice, and creates societal impact. We are the only institution in Denmark to educate criminologists at the master's level. We offer • A supportive and collegial research environment • A teaching environment with room for innovation • A strategic focus on cybercrime research • Work-life balance in a high-quality living environment • Strong support for career development • Support from senior researchers in accessing Danish data sources Qualification requirements PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Social Sciences and Humanities in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1124 of September 19, 2025 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).