Post Doc in quantum optics and quantum information

KU – SCIENCE – NBI, Blegdamsvej; København; On-site; DKK 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Niels Bohr Institute at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position in theoretical quantum optics and quantum information. The project is part of the quantum internet alliance and aims to design and model a prototype quantum network for a European-scale infrastructure.

The successful candidate will contribute to theory of quantum repeaters and networks, and may work on generating narrow-band single photons in collaboration with experimental groups.

Responsibilities

• The postdoc’s duties will include research within theoretical quantum options and quantum information.

Job description

Post Doc in quantum optics and quantum information

A 2-year post doc position is available in the theoretical quantum optics group at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen. The position will be part of the quantum internet alliance, which is a European project aiming at building large-scale quantum networks. The post doc will participate in designing and modelling the prototype quantum internet that is scheduled to be built at the end of the project. Additionally, the post doc may work on general theory of quantum repeaters and quantum networks as well as ongoing research on generating narrow band single photons in collaboration with the experimental activities at the Niels Bohr Institute.

The postdoc’s duties will include research within theoretical quantum options and quantum information. The post may also include performance of other duties.

Further information on the Department is linked at http://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/ . Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Anders S. Sørensen [e-mail]

The position is open from 1 February 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

When you will be affiliated with the University of Copenhagen or otherwise have access to their research, you may be required to undergo a background screening. The purpose is to protect the security and research integrity of the University of Copenhagen.

Please include

• Curriculum vitae
• Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
• Research plan – description of current and future research plans
• Complete publication list
• Separate reprints of 3 particularly relevant papers

The deadline for applications is 9 November 2026, 23:59 GMT +1.

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/ .

Interviews will be held starting December.