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Stefano Paesani
4 days ago
PhD Project in Photonic Quantum Error Correction University of Copenhagen in Denmark
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme; the integrated MSc and PhD route includes 48 SU grant portions plus salary for work until the MSc is obtained, then salary for the final two years. The regular PhD route is a full-time salaried PhD fellow position.
Deadline
Nov 22, 2026
Country
Denmark
University
University of Copenhagen
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About this position
PhD opportunity in photonic quantum error correction at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen. The project sits within the Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP), an international quantum computing initiative in Copenhagen that works on scalable quantum processor technologies, quantum algorithms and applications, with a long-term goal of fault-tolerant hardware and algorithms for life-science-relevant problems.
This PhD focuses on fault-tolerant photonic quantum computing with qudits and group surface codes. You will develop theoretical models and software to study how photonic error-correcting codes can be implemented in photonic circuits, then use numerical simulations to evaluate how well they protect information, how reliably they support computation, and what resources they require. The research is centred on theory, programming and simulation, while maintaining a close connection to photonic hardware.
The work is embedded in the photonics research environment at the Niels Bohr Institute and connected to a wider, dynamic quantum programme hosted by NQCP. You will collaborate with researchers working on quantum computing architectures, quantum error correction and photonic quantum technologies, and the project includes collaboration between the University of Copenhagen and the University of Southern Denmark.
The principal supervisor is Associate Professor Stefano Paesani at the Niels Bohr Institute. The co-supervisor is Professor Apoorv Tiwari at the University of Southern Denmark. The post is part of an ambitious research environment aimed at strengthening Denmark’s role in quantum research and building a career path in advanced quantum computing.
The programme offers two possible routes depending on prior education: a regular PhD route or an integrated MSc and PhD route. The project is supported by the Danish e-Infrastructure Consortium (DeiC).
Funding details
Funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme; the integrated MSc and PhD route includes 48 SU grant portions plus salary for work until the MSc is obtained, then salary for the final two years. The regular PhD route is a full-time salaried PhD fellow position.
What's required
Applicants should have a background in physics, quantum information, computer science, mathematics, photonics or a related field. For the regular PhD programme, a degree equivalent to a Danish master's degree in a relevant subject area is required; for the integrated MSc and PhD programme, a degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor’s degree and eligibility for enrolment in a master’s programme in Physics are required. Strong programming skills, preferably in Python, and familiarity with quantum mechanics and quantum information are important. Knowledge of quantum error correction, quantum computing architectures, quantum optics or topological quantum codes is an advantage, as is experience with numerical simulations, decoding algorithms or high-performance computing. Good written and spoken English, strong communication skills, a curious mindset, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a structured approach to research are expected. Relevant publications, work experience and professional activities may be considered.
How to apply
Apply electronically via the APPLY NOW link. Submit a one-page motivation letter, CV, diplomas and transcripts, a publication list if available, and reference letters if available. All attachments must be in English.
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Associate Professor at University of Copenhagen
Denmark
Research Interests
Quantum Computing
Quantum Optics
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Photonic
Professor at University of Copenhagen
Denmark
Research Interests
Programming Language
Photonic
Mathematics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Optics
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