Post Doc in quantum optics and quantum information - UCPH

Niels Bohr Institute; København; On-site; DKK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Theoretical quantum optics group at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a 2-year postdoctoral position. The successful candidate will join the quantum internet alliance, a European project building large-scale quantum networks and prototypes.

The research will focus on designing and modelling the prototype quantum internet, exploring quantum repeaters and networks, and collaborating with experimental efforts.

Responsibilities

• The postdoc will conduct research within theoretical quantum optics and quantum information.
• The role may include other duties as assigned.

Job description

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/.

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.