Postdoc in Multi-Qubit Quantum Photonic Devices for the Quantum Internet - DTU Electro

We are looking for outstanding experimentalists who are eager to participate in our research. Our group aims at research at the highest international level. Candidates who fit into this environment are invited to apply. Experience in quantum nanophotonics, quantum photonic devices, nanoscience, nanotechnology, and quantum dots is welcomed.
We are looking for outstanding experimentalists who are eager to participate in our research. Our group aims at research at the highest international level. Candidates who fit into this environment are invited to apply. Experience in quantum nanophotonics, quantum photonic devices, nanoscience, nanotechnology, and quantum dots is welcomed.

Learn more about the project here: nikaakopian.org/multiqubit.

The project is supported by an ERC Consolidator grant (M€ 2.6) from the European Research Council (EU).

Our research aims at exploring quantum information science at the nanoscale and developing novel quantum photonic devices. Such quantum devices are central for quantum information networks, quantum computation, and quantum cryptography systems, and lie at the basis of a forthcoming Quantum Internet. We focus on quantum control and manipulation of novel nanostructures at the single-photon and single-electron level, using nanowires, quantum dots, and hybrid semiconductor-atomic systems.

This Postdoc project is focused on experimental investigation and realization of advanced quantum photonic devices, based on crystal-phase structures in nanowires. This is a recently developed technology uniquely allowing for the fabrication of quantum devices with an ultimate precision of a single atomic layer. We are at the very forefront of international research in this area and the topic is new, creating ample opportunities for the Postdoc to significantly push the state-of-the-art and define new standards in the field.

Our group works in a new state-of-the-art quantum nanophotonics lab and in the national center for nano- and micro-fabrication. We work in tight collaboration with a team of quantum nanophotonics theorists and a team of nanofabrication experts. We have established an effective in-house collaboration that covers all aspects of our research: theory and modeling, sample growth and fabrication, experiments and demonstrations. We have created a dynamic research environment of young and senior scientists aimed at excellent science. We are part of Quantum DTU — the Center for Quantum Technologies at DTU.

Read more about the research in our group here.

Responsibilities and tasks
You will find working solutions to major research challenges in an ambitious field of quantum technologies. In particular, you will be:

• Building advanced optical setups for cutting-edge experiments in quantum photonic technologies,
• Realizing first multi-qubit photonic devices for quantum information networks,
• Exploring new routes that bring Quantum Internet a step closer.

You will also take part in teaching and supervision of students.

Qualifications
As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).

Assessment
The assessment of the applicants will be made by Associate Professor Nika Akopian.

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is two years.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Nika Akopian: [email protected], nikaakopian.org.

You can read more about the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering (DTU Electro) at www.electro.dtu.dk.

If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark.

Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 30 May 2024 (23:59 Danish time). Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. We value an inclusive and diverse environment and believe that a diversity of backgrounds and experiences is essential in fostering a creative and successful academic environment.

DTU Electro has 340 employees and span activities in physics, photonics, and electrical engineering. Research is performed within nanophotonics, lasers, quantum photonics, optical sensors, LEDs, photovoltaics, ultra-high speed optical transmission systems, and bio-photonics.

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DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.

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