Postdoc in Computational Microscopy

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Job summary

The Department of Computer Science (DIKU) at the University of Copenhagen invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in computational microscopy, starting on 1 March 2027. The project will be hosted by the IMAGE section and focuses on developing computational methods to extract 3D information from microscopy images using computer vision and physics-based modelling.

No prior experimental experience is required, but an interest in learning microscopy and collaborating with a

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Strong programming and research software development skills.
• Solid background in numerical methods, optimization, or scientific computing.
• Ability to conduct independent research and collaborate across disciplines.
• Willingness to learn basic microscopy and collect experimental data.
• Good communication and teamwork, fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational methods for extracting 3D information from microscopy data.
• Combine computer vision with physics-based modelling.
• Collaborate with researchers across disciplines and publish results.

Skills

PhD or equivalent research qualificat

Strong programming skills

Quantitative background in numerical

Independent research & collaboration

Willingness to learn microscopy

Communication & teamwork

Excellent written & spoken English

Education

PhD in computer science, physics or related field

Job description

Postdoc in Computational Microscopy

The Department of Computer Science (DIKU), University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in computational microscopy, starting on 1 March 2027.

Funding

The position is funded by the Villum Foundation through the Villum Experiment programme.

Information

Information on the department can be found at: https://di.ku.dk/english/

Our research

The project will be hosted by the IMAGE section, which conducts research in machine learning, computer vision, and simulation. The section is part of the Department of Computer Science, Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. The project is a collaboration between Julius B. Kirkegaard, Bernhard Kerbl, and Ala Trusina.

The research project

The research in this project aims to develop computational methods for extracting three-dimensional information from microscopy images, combining computer vision with physics-based modelling. The project is primarily computational, with microscope experiments providing data for method development and evaluation. No prior experimental experience is required, but an interest in learning basic microscopy is important.

Profile

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:

Essential Experience And Skills

• You have a PhD or equivalent research qualifications in computer science, physics, or a closely related field.
• You have strong programming skills and experience developing research software.
• You have solid quantitative background in numerical methods, optimization, or scientific computing.
• You can conduct independent research and collaborate across disciplines.
• You are willing to learn basic microscopy and collect experimental data.
• You have proficient communication skills and can work in a team.
• You have excellent written and spoken English skills.

Desirable Experience And Skills

• Experience in 3D reconstruction or microscopy.
• Experience in computer vision, computer graphics, inverse problems, or differentiable programming.
• Any form of experimental work.

Place of employment

The place of employment is the IMAGE section, Department of Computer Science, Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen, in Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in an international research environment.

Terms of employment

The position is full time, with an average of 37 working hours per week.

The position is a fixed-term position for two years. The starting date is 1 March 2027.

Salary, pension, and other employment conditions follow the applicable collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) for academics employed by the state. A salary supplement may be negotiated depending on qualifications.

The appointment is subject to the applicable job structure for academic staff at universities.

Questions

For further information, please contact Julius B. Kirkegaard at [e-mail]. Department website: https://di.ku.dk/english/.

Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).

Deadline for applications

6 November 2026, CET 23:59

Contact

Julius Bier Kirkegaard

E-mail: [e-mail]

Application deadline

06-11-2026

Employment start

01-03-2027

Working hours

Full time

Department/Location

Department of Computer Science