PhD in Quantum Chip Packaging: 3D-Printed Self-Alignment

DTU - Technical University of Denmark; Kongens Lyngby; On-site; DKK 357,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

DTU – Technical University of Denmark is offering a PhD position focused on quantum chip packaging, combining theory and experiment. The role involves designing and fabricating self-alignment structures for PIC packaging with two-photon polymerization, collaborating with KAIST and DTU Nanolab colleagues.

The candidate will analyze topology and mechanical properties, contribute to publications, and participate in teaching BSc/MSc projects within a vibrant international research environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical engineering, 3D design and hands-on experience with high-resolution 3D printing.
• Basic understanding of photonic chip packaging is required.
• Two-year master's degree or equivalent academic level.

Responsibilities

• Design lightweight yet mechanically stable self-alignment structures for PIC packaging.
• Fabricate the designed structures using two-photon polymerization micro 3D printing.
• Characterize the topology and mechanical properties of the fabricated structures.
• Test the performance of the fabricated structures for PIC packaging.
• Analyze experimental data and contribute to scientific publications.
• Be involved in the teaching and supervision of BSc and MSc courses and student projects.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

3D design

Hands-on 3D printing

Materials science

Multiphysics modelling

KAIST collaboration

Education

Master's degree (120 ECTS)

Tools

Two-photon polymerization

Job description

DTU – Technical University of Denmark is offering a PhD position focused on quantum chip packaging, combining theory and experiment. The role involves designing and fabricating self-alignment structures for PIC packaging with two-photon polymerization, collaborating with KAIST and DTU Nanolab colleagues.

The candidate will analyze topology and mechanical properties, contribute to publications, and participate in teaching BSc/MSc projects within a vibrant international research environment.