Postdoc in Theoretical Modeling of Quantum Emitters with Ab-Initio and Open-Quantum-System Methods DTU Electro
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Job Location:
Kgs. Lyngby - Denmark
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are searching for a talented and motivated PostDoc to develop the theory of quantum light sources for applications in optical quantum computers.
The project takes place in the Quantum Light Sources group at DTU Electro where we design model fabricate and test sources of single photons or entangled photon pairs. These are essential components for optical quantum computers and quantum networks where one bit of information is encoded in the quantum state of a single photon. You will be part of a team of 10-12 people between senior staff PostDocs and PhD/Master students that are trying to establish the indispensable building blocks for the quantum technology of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
You overall focus will be to model single-photon emitters in 2D materials and their interaction with the environment with the goal of understanding their optical signatures and improve their performance. You will work in close collaboration with the experimental team. Your theory will provide the physical understanding of the experiments performed in our lab and important guidelines for future work.
Potential tasks will be to:
- model the electronic structure of quantum emitters in layered transition metal dichaocogenides (TMDs)
- model the phononic bands of the host material with e.g. density functional theory (DFT)
- calculate the effect of a strain field on the electronic bands and the phonon modes using e.g. DFT or the finite element method (FEM)
- calculate the quantum dynamics of an emitter coupled to phonons with an open-quantum-system approach and using state-of-the-art numerical techniques
- present your results to the group and engage in discussions with the experimental team
- disseminate your results in scientific publications
- co-supervise BSc and MSc student projects
The specific focus area is flexible and can be tailored to your competences and interests.
Qualifications
As a formal qualification you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).
Additionally you have experience in one of more of the following areas:
- Ab-initio (e.g. DFT) description of point defects and layered 2D materials.
- Ab-initio (e.g. DFT) description of phonons and electron-phonon coupling.
- Modeling of nanomechanical oscillators with finite element methods (e.g. COMSOL).
- Elasticity theory.
- Open-quantum-system simulations with state-of-the-art analytical and numerical methods.
- Theoretical quantum optics.
- Scientific programming with e.g. Python Matlab Julia.
In your application please give a detailed account of your experience in the above-mentioned areas.
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 2 years. Starting date is 1 September 2026 (or according to mutual agreement). The position is a full-time position.
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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Assoc. Prof. Luca Vannucci .
You can read more about DTU Electro at.
For more specific information on the Quantum Light Sources group see also If you are applying from abroad you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU atDTU Moving to Denmark.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 24 March 2026 (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
- At least one reference letter from e.g. your PhD supervisor. You can upload a maximum of three reference letters.
Please merge all your materials into a single PDF file.
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. As DTU works with research in critical technology which is subject to special rules for security and export control open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
The Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering (DTU Electro) has nearly 300 employees of which around 200 research different aspects of photonics. Research is performed within nanophotonics photonic nanotechnology 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 UNs 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 13500 students and 6000 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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