1992, MSc in Economics, London School of Economics; 1993, MSc in Political Science then 1997, PhD, University of Copenhagen. 1997, Associated Professor, Danish Institute for Study Abroad; 1999-2002, Senior Research Fellow, Danish Institute of International Affairs; 2002, Research Director, Danish Institute of International Affairs; 2003-06, Director, European Affairs, Confederation of Danish Industries; 2005, Adjunct Professor, Copenhagen Business School; 2006-09, Pro-Vice Chancellor, University of Copenhagen; since 2009, current position; since February 2010, also Minister for Gender Equality.