Description

Are you a young, visionary data scientist looking to advance your research career? The Danish Data Science Academy (DDSA) at top Danish universities has officially announced the DDSA Postdoc Fellowship Call 2025, offering six prestigious postdoctoral two-year fellowships worth DKK 1.3 million each in Denmark. If you have a groundbreaking research idea and a strong Danish host institution, this could be your chance to make a significant impact in the field of data science. The application deadline is March 5, 2025, and the fellowship provides extensive financial benefits, including salary, research expenses, and travel allowances.

Why Apply for DDSA Postdoc Fellowship?

• Prestigious Funding: Receive DKK 1.3 million for your independent research.
• Career Advancement: Build an international research network and develop expertise.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work with leading Danish universities and industry experts.
• Global Recognition: Be part of a vibrant data science community in Denmark.
• Academic Freedom: Conduct research on your own ideas without industrial constraints.

Degree Level

DDSA Denmark Postdoc Fellowship Call 2025 is available to undertake Post Doctorate, Fellowship, PhD level programs at Denmark Universities.

Available Subjects

The DDSA Postdoc Fellowship is a highly competitive grant aimed at supporting early-career researchers in applied and theoretical data science. The fellowship provides funding for independent research projects that align with the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s research scope.

Benefits

• Funding Amount: DKK 1,300,000 (+5% administrative costs)
• Financial Benefits: Salary, research expenses, and travel allowances

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the DDSA Postdoc Fellowship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Applicant Qualifications

• Must have a PhD degree or have a thesis accepted for defense before June 1, 2025.
• The PhD degree must have been awarded within six years before the application deadline.
• Must have high-level English proficiency.
• Must have an agreement with a Danish host institution.

2. Research Project Requirements

• The project must include a strong data science component, whether in theoretical research, method development, or innovative applications.
• Must align with the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s research scope.
• Should focus on novelty, impact, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

3. Host Institution

• The research must be conducted at a Danish university or research center.
• The host institution must provide a letter of support confirming acceptance of the postdoc.
• Due to the Danish Postdoc 4-Year Rule, applicants who have already been employed in a postdoc position at the same university for over two years may be ineligible.

Evaluation Criteria

Applications are assessed based on the following criteria:

• Applicant Quality – academic achievements, programming skills, research experience.
• Scientific Independence & Collaboration – research mobility, collaborations, leadership potential.
• Research Quality – originality, feasibility, and state-of-the-art alignment.
• Research Impact – contributions to academia, industry, and society.
• Feasibility – resource availability, ethical considerations, and project execution plan.
• Collaboration Potential – host institution’s research excellence, interdisciplinary synergy.
• Alignment with DDSA Scope – relevance to data science and Denmark’s research community.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted through the DDSA Funding Portal before the deadline. The application process includes the following sections:

1. Research Project Proposal

• Abstract (Max 2,500 characters)
• Project Description (Max 8,000 characters) covering:
• Background and state of the art
• Research questions and methods
• Expected outcomes and impact
• References and citations
• Motivation Letter (Max 4,500 characters)
• Data Availability Statement (Optional)

2. Research Environment & Collaboration

• Description of Research Environment (Max 2,500 characters)
• Scientific Development Plan (Max 2,500 characters)
• Support Letters from host institution and major collaborators

3. Applicant Qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) (Max 6,000 characters)
• Publication List (peer-reviewed papers, conference presentations, etc.)
• PhD Diploma or confirmation letter from the PhD supervisor

Timeline for DDSA Fellowship Selection

• March 5, 2025: Application Deadline
• May 2025 (Week 21): Candidate Interviews
• June 2025: Award Announcements
• Before December 15, 2025: Research Project Start

Apply Now!

This is your opportunity to advance your career in data science with the DDSA Postdoc Fellowship. Submit your application before March 5, 2025, and take the next step toward making a significant impact in your field.

For more details, visit the DDSA official website or contact the DDSA Secretariat at secretariat@ddsa.dk .