About us

Interstaff

Contact:
interstaff@adm.ku.dk
Tel: +45 35 32 44 60

Vivian Tos Lindgaard

Contact:

vtl@adm.ku.dk

+4535322297

I am the manager of ISM. I have been managing ISM since 2008. My focus is to support managers at UCPH with international recruitments of faculty staff. I am also very engaged in how to reduce the barriers for recruitment and retainment of international employees at UCPH.

Beside my role as manager of ISM I coordinate the Danish Section of Scholars At Risk.

Please contact Vivian if:

  • You are a manager at UCPH and you need some advice on international recruitment
  • You have any questions to the work of ISM.

Mark de Vos

Contact:

mark.devos@adm.ku.dk

+4535324323

I am group leader in ISM and in this role, I am responsible for our Dual Career Services, our contribution to the language policy, the organisation of social events for researchers and their families, EURAXESS, and UCPH’ participation in Scholars at Risk (SAR).

Just as our international researchers and their families, I also moved to Denmark, and experienced how great, but also how overwhelming this move could be in certain periods.

Please contact Mark for more information about:

  • IDCN (International Dual Career Network) (Global President)
  • EURAXESS (Danish Bridge Head) and HRS4R (manager at UCPH)
  • Scholars at Risk (coordinator of the Danish section)
  • The International House Advisory board (board member)
  • International recruitment at UCPH (Project leader)

Dorte Tornehave Kampmann

Contact:

dtk@adm.ku.dk

+4535323990

As an office coordinator at ISM I work with various administrative projects and coordinate a lot of day-to-day inquiries on the phone and from the mailbox.

Please contact Dorte:

  • If you have questions related to ISM events
  • If you have general questions related to your stay
  • If you need information about how to find accommodation during your stay
  • If you want to set up a meeting or visit the ISM office in Krystalgade 25

Anna Avanesian Mørch

Contact:

aam@adm.ku.dk

+4535325705

As a global mobility consultant, I want to make sure that the relocation for the international staff to Denmark goes as smooth as possible. We all know that moving and settling in a new country is not always easy and therefore it is very important for me that I can help them and they can reach out to me if they should have any questions.

Please contact Anna for more information about:

  • Residence and work permits, including residence permits for accompanying family members
  • Questions regarding short term visa
  • EU registration
  • CPR registration, NemID/MitID, E-Boks and Bank account
  • Tax, pension, and social security

Beate Bruss

Contact:

beate.bruss@adm.ku.dk

+4535322178

As a mobility consultant at ISM I support employees, managers and HR-centers with international recruitments and research stays abroad. I take great pleasure in providing high quality advice and mobility service to make international moves a memorable mobility experience.

Please contact Beate for more information about:

  • Research stays abroad / International assignments
  • International recruitments and faculty service
  • Researcher Taxation
  • Social security
  • Villum Family Support Package and Family and Onboarding Package
  • ISMs Newsletter

Carina Belle Jensen

Contact:

carina.b.jensen@adm.ku.dk

+4535324201

As a specialist in immigration at ISM I have experience from both the Danish Immigration Service as well as the Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration. I can help you with relocation to Denmark, as well as questions you may have after arrival. I may also provide in-depth guidance for PhD students when going on change of research environment or wanting to take a leave of absence.

Please contact Carina for more information about:

  • application for residence and work permit on any grounds, including family reunification
  • residence document for EU citizens
  • questions related to leave of absence for PhD students
  • change of research environment / secondment
  • questions regarding Danish short-term visa
  • questions regarding permanent residence permit

Christopher Sylvest Hermann

Contact:

chhe@adm.ku.dk

+4535323207

As a mobility consultant at ISM - specialized in immigration - I help you before, during your stay, and after your arrival in Denmark.

Please contact Christopher for more information about:

  • Residence and work permit for non-EU citizens
  • EU registration
  • CPR registration, NemID/MitID, E-Boks and Bank account
  • Tax, pension, and social security
  • Rental law

Diana Lund Nordstrøm

Contact:

dkl@adm.ku.dk

+4535330537

As a Dual Career Consultant, I aim to help as many spouses find their dream job in Denmark as possible. To be able to create a positive experience for the whole family in Denmark.

Please contact Diana for more information about:

  • 1:1 Career counseling for spouses.
  • Dual Career Services and IDCN (International Dual Career Network).
  • Workshops focused on job search, career development & networking.

Hanna Catharina Söderling

Contact:

hcs@adm.ku.dk 

+4535325015 

As a Global Mobility Consultant, I can assist you with your relocation to Denmark, and questions that may arise after arrival in Denmark. With a comprehensive understanding of global mobility dynamics and regulatory frameworks, I provide guidance and support to ensure a smooth integration of our international staff into our vibrant academic community

Please contact Hanna for more information about:

  1. Residence and work permits
  2. EU registration
  3. Questions regarding short term visa
  4. CPR registration, NemID/MitID, E-Boks and Bank account
  5. Tax, pension, and social security

Jo Ebert Håkonsson

Contact:

joh@adm.ku.dk

+4535331341

As a language consultant at ISM I work with various projects related to language, culture, and inclusion. I take great pleasure in helping international employees settling in and accommodating to a new life, a new culture and a new career. 

Please contact Jo for more information about:

  • Danish and/or English language tuition for all employees at UCPH campus
  • Tailor-made,  private 1:1 tuition or small groups
  • Language tuition for spouses/partners
  • The Language Policy at UCPH - and what it might mean to you

Or contact Jo if you experience any of the following

  • Your lack of proficiency in Danish/English has a negative impact on your ability to carry out your job effectively
  • You feel excluded from meetings, decision- making, information and/or other work related activities due your lack of proficiency in Danish/English

Mary Kagendo Kobia

Contact:

mary.kobia@adm.ku.dk

+4535331737

Relocating to a new country comes with a significant set of excitement and also challenges. It is in this context, I truly enjoy supporting international researchers and their families in their transition by providing input on how to realistically, smoothly, and successfully adapt to living in a new country you have chosen.

Please contact Mary for more information about:

Michelle Damborg Foldager

Contact:

midf@adm.ku.dk

+4535331910

As a global mobility consultant, I want to make the relocation process as easy as possible. I am here to answer all the questions that follows from moving to a new country. I take great pleasure in providing high quality advice and mobility service.

Please contact Michelle for more information about:

  • Residence and work permits, including residence permits for accompanying family members
  • Questions regarding short term visa
  • EU registration
  • CPR registration, MitID, E-Boks and Bank account
  • Tax, pension, and social security

Najat El Kadi

Contact:

nael@adm.ku.dk

+4535337007 

Tax expert with more than 10 years of experience in global mobility field from the private sector. I am happy to support with any tax and social security questions you may have, related to relocation to Denmark and employment with KU or in connection to a planned Research stay abroad / International assignment while employed by KU.

I have relocated to Denmark myself from Norway and I know by my own experience how complicated tax and social security can get when moving to another country. I will do my best to ease this process for you, so that your journey can be as pleasant as possible.

Please contact Najat for more information about:

  • Research stays abroad / International assignments
  • International recruitments and faculty service
  • Taxation
  • Social security

Züleyha Özden

Contact:

zuha@adm.ku.dk

+4535326730

As a global mobility consultant, I aim to help our international staff navigate the relocation path with expert guidance. Before joining the ISM staff, I worked 9 years with immigration at Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration. You can reach out to me with questions you may have regarding your relocation to Denmark.

Please contact Züleyha for more information about:

  • Residence and work permits, including residence permits for accompanying family members
  • Questions regarding short term visa
  • EU registration
  • CPR registration, NemID/MitID, E-Boks and Bank account
  • Tax, pension, and social security