Summary
The Danish Technical University (DTU) Electro is inviting applications for a PhD position focused on the development and characterization of novel sources of quantum light for optical quantum computers. This opportunity is ideal for motivated candidates eager to contribute to cutting-edge research in quantum technologies.
PhD Student in Experimental Quantum-Optical Characterization of Quantum Light Sources, DTU, Denmark
Designation
PhD Student
Research Area
Quantum Light Sources, Optical Quantum Computing, Quantum Optics
Location
Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must possess a two-year master’s degree (120 ECTS points) or an equivalent degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master’s degree.
Job Description
The responsibilities of the PhD candidate include:
- Fabricating single-photon emitters and characterizing them in a quantum-optical laboratory.
- Building optical setups for device characterization at cryogenic temperatures.
- Conducting spectroscopy and optical imaging of quantum emitters.
- Performing advanced coherent excitation of individual quantum emitters.
- Engaging in quantum-optical characterization and conducting experiments such as the Hanbury-Brown and Twiss experiment and the Hong-Ou-Mandel experiment.
- Presenting results to the team and co-supervising BSc and MSc student projects.
How to Apply
- Complete your online application by submitting a single PDF file that contains:
- A cover letter motivating your application.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Grade transcripts and BSc/MSc diploma (in English) with an official description of the grading scale.
- A list of publications (if relevant).
- A list of potential academic referees.
- Applications can be submitted through the “Apply now” link on the DTU career site.
Last Date for Apply
July 9, 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
Additional Information
For inquiries, you may contact:
- Assoc. Prof. Luca Vannucci (lucav@dtu.dk)
- Assoc. Prof. Battulga Munkhbat (bamunk@dtu.dk)
You can find more about the research group at Quantum Light Sources at DTU Electro.
