What is a Niels Bohr Professorship?

The Niels Bohr Professorship Program seeks to attract strong, international, senior-level researchers who are able to significantly advance Danish research through the internationalization of a specific area of research in Denmark with lasting, long-term effects.

The Niels Bohr professor must have a high standing in the international research community. During the funding period, the Niels Bohr professor is expected to act as a catalyst, supporting strong scientific cohesiveness, and demonstrate scientific/scholarly leadership of the hosting research environment.

The DNRF welcomes proposals in which the Niels Bohr professor stays in Denmark for the entire 5-year funding period. However, other models in which the Niels Bohr professor remains in Denmark for shorter or longer visits are also welcomed. The time spent in Denmark is expected to correspond to 50-100% of a full-time equivalent.

The focus, structure, and size of the proposed Niels Bohr Professorship is such that it sets the stage for research ventures that are not feasible within conventional funding from other sources.

The DNRF welcomes proposals for research programs characterized by novelty, creativity and excellence. Professorships can be established within and/or across all research areas.

The Niels Bohr professor may start up a new research group or enter into an existing one. It is possible to bring along junior researchers to Denmark.

The Niels Bohr professor must engage in research training activities, such as the supervision of Ph.D. students.