Part-time optical engineer DTU Physics

Interest in quantum communication technologies!

Candidate with some experience building optical lab setups debugging and testing them and optimizing their performance.

The job

• Understanding the scheme and operation of the optical setup
• Fine-tuning the performance of various optical components and electronic devices
• Operating high-precision motorized equipment as well as measurement equipment (oscilloscopes spectrum analyser etc.)
• Acquiring the measurement data and performing analysis.
• Performing literature research and writing reports

Our expectations of you
We expect you to have the following:

• Bachelors degree in electronics physics or mechanical engineering
• Someknowledge of optics and electronics
• Hands-on experience with Arduino / Raspberry Pi / Red Pitaya (strongly desired)
• Loads of enthusiasm to learn about quantum technologies
• Networking and people skills

Excellent communication skills in English

What we offer in return
We offer an exciting and challenging position in an international environment with the opportunity to work on the cusp of applied research & innovation in quantum technologies. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities at DTU Physics and get a chance to collaborate with leading researchers in the field. DTU provides excellent working conditions with a supportive and inclusive culture.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). The position is for a duration of 6 months and the workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus. The position is 15 hours per week.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 24 April 2026 (23:59 Danish time)Open the Apply now link fill out the form and attach your motivated application CV and exam certificates.

If you would like additional information about the position please contact Special Consultant Nitin Jain or Tenure Track Researcher Adnan Adil Hajomer

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.

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