Independent Researcher in Nanophotonics & Quantum Optics

KU – SCIENCE – NBI, Blegdamsvej; København; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

Niels Bohr Institute at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a fixed-term Assistant Professor position in experimental nanophotonics and quantum optics. The successful candidate will lead an independent research direction in nanocavities, co-supervise students, and develop funding for cryogenic and ultrafast facilities.

The appointment is for four years with potential negotiation for a later start.

Qualifications

• Experience in experimental nanophotonics and quantum optics.
• Strong publication record and independence as a researcher.
• Hands-on expertise in cryogenic optical spectroscopy and ultrafast techniques.
• Experience supervising students and developing new research directions.

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent research direction within the group’s programme on light–matter interaction in nanocavities.
• Develop funding and manage a research agenda with PhD and master’s students.
• Supervise and collaborate with postdocs and technical staff; apply for external grants.
• Contribute to teaching and outreach and coordinate lab activities in cryogenic and ultrafast facilities.

Skills

Nanophotonics

Cavity QED

Plasmonics

Quantum optics

Photon-correlation spectroscopy

Cryogenic magneto-optics

Ultrafast pump-probe spectroscopy

Nanofabrication

Supervision of students

Job description

Niels Bohr Institute at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a fixed-term Assistant Professor position in experimental nanophotonics and quantum optics. The successful candidate will lead an independent research direction in nanocavities, co-supervise students, and develop funding for cryogenic and ultrafast facilities.

The appointment is for four years with potential negotiation for a later start.