Postdoctoral Fellowship in Quantum Metasurfaces at Center for Nano Optics, University of Southern Denmark University of Southern Denmark in Denmark

The Center for Nano Optics at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is offering a 2-year postdoctoral fellowship in Quantum Metasurfaces, starting February 1, 2026. This position is based at the Mads Clausen Institute, Odense Campus, and is funded by the Carlsberg Foundation as part of the 'Dynamic Quantum Metasurfaces' project. The research group, SDU Nano Optics, is internationally recognized for its work in photonics and quantum nanotechnology.

The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge research involving numerical simulations, nanofabrication, and experimental characterization of optical metasurfaces with embedded quantum emitters. The primary goal is to develop novel, ultracompact on-chip single-photon sources capable of emitting in high-dimensional spaces, with applications in quantum information technologies. The work will focus on efficient generation of single-photon streams and precise control over their polarization and angular momentum properties.

The postdoctoral fellow will be expected to contribute to the design, modeling, and optical characterization of quantum metasurfaces, as well as to the supervision of MSc and PhD students within the group. Active participation in grant writing and collaborative research activities is also anticipated. The project is coordinated by Associate Professor Fei Ding, with further information available from Professor Sergey I. Bozhevolnyi.

Applicants must possess a relevant PhD degree and have a strong research background in optical metasurfaces and quantum nanophotonics. Experience in advanced nanofabrication, as well as in the design and experimental study of quantum metasurfaces for single-photon generation, will be considered a significant advantage. Candidates should demonstrate a strong academic record and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

The position is fully funded for two years, with employment conditions governed by Danish university regulations. The application process requires submission of a motivated cover letter, CV, degree certificates, publication list, relevant publications, teaching documentation, and any additional supporting documents. All materials must be in English and submitted in PDF format via the SDU online application portal by December 1, 2025.

For further details about the position, research center, or application process, candidates may contact Associate Professor Fei Ding ([email protected]) or Professor Sergey I. Bozhevolnyi ([email protected]). Additional information about working at SDU and in Denmark is available on the university website.