Student assistant to NQCP Photonics

KU; København; Hybrid; DKK 101,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Copenhagen invites a student assistant to join the quantum photonics lab in Copenhagen, contributing to day-to-day operations, equipment maintenance, and experiment setup.

You will write control software, develop measurement scripts, review code, log key parameters, document work, and analyze data. This is a part-time, one-year fixed-term role with a minimum of 10 hours/week and a starting date of 1 December 2026.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Python or another programming language.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming.
• Experience with electronics.
• Can work independently and structured.
• Can engage in day-to-day discussions about the needs of the lab.

Responsibilities

• Write control software for experimental setups
• Develop measurement scripts
• Code review
• Maintain logging of key parameters
• Documentation
• Data analysis

Skills

Python

OOP

Electronics

Independent

Team player

Job description

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) is establishing a talented and diverse international team to create a cutting-edge quantum programme in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. At the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, where the formulation of Quantum Mechanics was born 100 years ago, we aim to establish an international quantum computing programme, funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, that will drive research and innovations at multiple levels - from developing scalable quantum processor technologies to solutions for the quantum-classical control and readout interface, and all the way to quantum algorithms and applications. The long-term mission of the programme is to develop fault-tolerant quantum computing hardware and quantum algorithms that solve life-science-relevant chemical and biological problems.

We are looking for a student assistant to take part of the experimental work in our quantum photonics lab. Together with the rest of the team, you will participate in the day-to-day operations, be responsible for maintaining equipment, and set up experiments.

Your tasks include:

• Write control software for experimental setups
• Develop measurement scripts
• Code review
• Maintain logging of key parameters
• Documentation
• Data analysis

Profile of the ideal candidate

We are looking for a candidate with as many of the skills below as possible:

• >3 years of experience with python or other programming language
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming
• Experience with electronics
• Can work independently and structured
• Can work in a team
• Can engage in day-to-day discussions about the needs of the lab

Terms of employment

Employment is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the collective agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the National Union of Student Instructors / Association of Danish Medical Students concerning student instructors at the universities, including the associated protocol.

The workload is expected to 10-15h per week, but it is flexible and can be adjusted per you needs. Pay is based on the actual number of hours worked. A minimum of 10 working hours per week is guaranteed.

The hourly wage is 194,75 kr.

Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance.

This is a one-year fixed-term position. Starting from 1 December 2026 or as soon as possible.

The Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen – or SCIENCE – is Denmark's largest science research and education institution with 4,000 employees and 9,700 Bachelor and master students in 12 departments. The faculty has an annual budget of DKK 3 billion.

Learn more about The Faculty of Science at www.science.ku.dk

The University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of personal background.

Part of the InternationalAllianceof Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.

Info

Employment start:01-12-2026

Working hours: Part time