Fully Funded PhD Scholarships in Economics at Copenhagen Business School Copenhagen Business School in Denmark

The Department of Economics at Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is offering fully funded PhD scholarships in Economics, with a start date of September 2026. These positions are ideal for candidates interested in applied, policy-relevant economics, with research areas spanning labor markets, health, welfare, energy, AI, and data science. The department is internationally oriented, providing opportunities for conference funding, research visits, and strong career placements in academia, government, and industry.

Research at CBS Economics covers core areas such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, quantitative methods, and business-related applied economic research. The department hosts research centers like the Copenhagen School of Energy Infrastructure and the Pension Research Centre, and is active in projects supported by Danish and EU research councils. PhD projects should align with departmental strengths, including behavior and incentives, labor market functioning, AI and machine learning in economics, energy and environment, firm behavior, globalization, growth, and welfare topics like education and health care.

The PhD program is highly international, with expectations for participation in international conferences and research stays at other institutions. The 5+3 scheme requires a completed master's degree with high grades, while the 4+4 scheme is open to those with a bachelor's degree and relevant master's coursework. All applicants must demonstrate strong academic English skills. The application must include a project description, cover letter, diplomas, transcripts, CV, list of publications (if any), and a sample of written work.

Funding is comprehensive: the scholarship covers a competitive salary (DKK 29,691.75 to DKK 36,180 per month depending on seniority), pension contributions, tuition, office space, and research and travel costs. The position includes teaching obligations and is governed by the Danish national collective agreement. CBS is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.

The application deadline is 27 February 2026. An online information session will be held on 3 February 2026. For more information, visit the CBS website or contact Professor Dolores Romero Morales at [email protected]. Apply via the official CBS application portal and ensure all required documents are submitted before the deadline.