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Technical University of Denmark

Postdoctoral Researcher in Topological Photonics at DTU Electro Technical University of Denmark in Denmark

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Electrical Engineering

Funding

This is a two-year postdoctoral employment at DTU. Salary and employment terms follow the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations, with possible supplements negotiated under DTU's salary structure for scientific staff.

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Dec 6, 2026

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Denmark

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Technical University of Denmark

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Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
Mathematics
Group Theory
Light-matter Interaction
Metamaterial
Photonic Crystal
Physics

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About this position

DTU Electro at the Technical University of Denmark invites applications for a postdoctoral position in topological photonics within the Quantum and Nanophotonics Section.

The research program, Symmetry-guided discovery of topological photonics, explores how symmetry principles can uncover new forms of photonic topology. The postdoctoral researcher will work at the intersection of topological band theory, symmetry analysis, group theory, and computational science to develop new concepts, computational tools, and theoretical frameworks for understanding light-matter interactions.

The research direction is flexible and will be shaped by shared interests and scientific expertise. Potential topics include topological photonic crystals and metamaterials, inverse design of topologically non-trivial photonic structures, non-Hermitian and time-dependent photonic systems, space-time and magnetic symmetries in photonics, topology in disordered or non-crystalline environments, and new computational methods for exploring photonic topology.

The project is supervised by Associate Professor Thomas Christensen. The researcher will interact and collaborate with his peer network across the United States, Europe, and Asia, with opportunities to contribute to possible experimental demonstrations through international collaborations.

DTU Electro is an international research department with more than 300 researchers working across electrical and photonics engineering. Its research environment connects fundamental science with future photonic technologies and collaborations involving universities, industry, and public organizations.

Funding details

This is a two-year postdoctoral employment at DTU. Salary and employment terms follow the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations, with possible supplements negotiated under DTU's salary structure for scientific staff.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD degree or equivalent and should have expertise in theoretical or computational photonics, condensed matter physics, or a closely related field. Desired qualifications include strong analytical and mathematical skills; experience with symmetry analysis, group theory, topological band theory, or related methods; programming experience and interest in developing computational research tools; effective scientific communication through publications, presentations, or collaborative projects; and experience or interest in inverse design or topology optimization. Applications must include a cover letter, CV, MSc/PhD diplomas in English, publication list, two academic references, and a writing sample such as a PhD thesis, thesis chapter, or first-authored publication.

How to apply

Submit the complete online application through the DTU Apply Now portal by 6 December 2026 at 23:59 Danish time. Attach all application materials in English as one PDF file, including the cover letter, CV, diplomas, publication list, two academic references, and a writing sample.

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