Petar Popovski

The Department of Electronic Systems at Aalborg University, Denmark, is offering one or more PhD stipends focused on protocols and methods for quantum error correction and mitigation within the general study programme of wireless communication. The positions are available from April 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter, with a duration of three years. Aalborg University is internationally recognized for its high academic standards and societal impact, particularly in electronic engineering. The Department of Electronic Systems is a vibrant, international environment with over 200 staff members, including about 90 PhD students and a significant proportion of international researchers. The department is renowned for its research infrastructure and laboratory facilities, supporting world-leading research in communication, networks, control systems, AI, sound, cyber security, and robotics. As a PhD student, your primary responsibility will be research, contributing to the Center for Classical Communication in the Quantum Era (CLASSIQUE) and the Connectivity Section through scientific publications and participation in international conferences. You will collaborate with researchers from diverse backgrounds and participate in teaching and supervision activities for undergraduate and master’s students. The CLASSIQUE center is a pioneering initiative at Aalborg University, aiming to revolutionize communication systems for the quantum age by addressing challenges at the intersection of classical and quantum information systems. The center is organized into four research thrusts, leveraging interdisciplinary expertise in communication theory, networking, information theory, physics, mathematics, computer science, and statistics. The Connectivity Section, led by Professor Petar Popovski, focuses on communication theory, wireless communications, and networking, with research activities spanning quantum communications, low-latency and time-constrained communication, satellite and non-terrestrial networking, AI/ML in communications, communication and sensing, and experimental work on open-radio access networks. The group offers a dynamic and international working atmosphere in Aalborg, a city known for its high quality of life. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree in communications engineering, mathematical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field. Essential skills include strong mathematical and analytical abilities, signal processing, optimization, knowledge of classical and/or quantum data communication (including error correction and mitigation), networking protocols, distributed algorithms, and programming experience (C++, Python, or Matlab). Experience with quantum simulators such as NetSquid is advantageous, and familiarity with quantum information and quantum computing concepts is required. Successful candidates should be curious, collaborative, and ready to engage with interdisciplinary teams within the research group and the CLASSIQUE center. The PhD stipend includes full employment benefits and a competitive salary in accordance with the AC collective agreement. The application process requires submission via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, including a motivation statement, CV, diplomas, a project description (maximum two pages), and other relevant documents. The application deadline is March 31, 2026, with interviews scheduled for the first half of March 2026. The assessment process involves shortlisting and evaluation by qualified experts. Aalborg University values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. For further information, visit the department website at www.es.aau.dk or the application link here . For questions, contact Professor Petar Popovski ([email protected]) or Lisbeth Diinhoff ([email protected]).

This PhD stipend at Aalborg University, Denmark, is offered by the Technical Faculty of IT and Design, Department of Computer Science, in collaboration with the Center for Classical Communication in the Quantum Era (CLASSIQUE). The position focuses on advancing theories for programming semantics, verification methods, and reliability assurance for systems that combine classical and quantum communication and computing, with particular attention to their timing performance. CLASSIQUE is a pioneering research initiative led by Professor Petar Popovski, aiming to revolutionize communication systems for the quantum age. The center addresses the challenge of evolving classical networks to support both traditional data and quantum information, considering the unique constraints of quantum resources such as decoherence and volatility. The research environment is highly interdisciplinary, integrating expertise from communication theory, networking, information theory, physics, mathematics, computer science, and statistics. The PhD project is part of Research Thrust RT4, focusing on Reliability and Trustworthiness. Key research topics include the design and semantics of distributed quantum programming and modelling languages, deduction methods for quantum program properties, reduction methods and metrics for quantum systems, decision diagrams for efficient analysis and simulation, and statistical model checking for approximate analysis of distributed quantum systems. The successful candidate will join the DEIS Research Group within CLASSIQUE, led by Professor Kim Guldstrand Larsen. The supervisory team will include experts from electronic systems, computer science, and mathematics, supporting the interdisciplinary nature of the project. Aalborg University is internationally recognized for its academic quality and societal impact, with a diverse and collaborative research environment. Applicants must hold a Master's degree in computer science, mathematics, electrical engineering, communications engineering, or a related field. Required skills include strong analytical and computer science abilities, experience in modelling and verification, programming language theory, or quantitative model checking. Programming experience in C++, Python, or Matlab is expected, and familiarity with quantum simulators such as NetSquid is advantageous. Candidates should be familiar with basic quantum computing concepts and demonstrate curiosity and readiness to collaborate within interdisciplinary teams. The position offers full employment benefits, including a competitive salary in accordance with Danish university regulations and the AC collective agreement. The PhD stipend is for three years, with enrollment at the Technical Doctoral School of IT and Design. The application deadline is January 31, 2026, and the position is open for appointment from March 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. To apply, candidates must submit their application via Aalborg University's recruitment system, including a cover letter, CV, diplomas, and a one-page research vision statement. For further information, applicants can contact Professor Kim Guldstrand Larsen or Annemarie Davidsen. The university encourages diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. For more details, visit the CLASSIQUE center website and the Department of Computer Science at Aalborg University.

Aalborg University’s Department of Materials and Production is advertising a 3-year PhD stipend in Models of Defects and Qubits in Two-Dimensional Materials . The project sits within the doctoral programme Materials Science, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and is part of the Center for Classical Communication in the Quantum Era (CLASSIQUE) . The research is centered on quantum materials , two-dimensional systems , and physics-based modelling and simulation . The project topics include modelling the electronic properties of 2D materials using ab initio and semi-empirical methods , studying the effects of electric and magnetic fields, modelling defects and qubits in two-dimensional materials, and simulating coherence and entanglement of qubits. The work is interdisciplinary and connects physics, materials science, and quantum information science. Applicants should have an M.Sc. degree in physics, materials engineering, technical physics, or a related field. The post asks for strong physics and analytical skills, programming experience (for example Python or Matlab ), and familiarity with the basic concepts of quantum information and quantum computing . Experience with quantum simulators such as NetSquid is a plus. The department also values curiosity, collaboration, and readiness to work across disciplines. The position is based in Aalborg, Denmark , starts on 1 August 2026 or soon thereafter, and has an application deadline of 27 April 2026 . The appointment is for 3 years and includes standard PhD obligations such as coursework, teaching or knowledge dissemination, and an external research stay. To apply, candidates must use Aalborg University’s recruitment system and submit an application, CV, diplomas, and a one-page research vision statement. Contact person: Thomas Garm Pedersen ( [email protected] ).

Aalborg University is recruiting a Postdoc in Embodied AI and Robotic Perception with Wireless Communication and Sensing in the Department of Electronic Systems . The position sits in the Connectivity Section and is linked to research led by Professor Petar Popovski , Director of CLASSIQUE. The project is centered on embodied AI , robotic perception , machine learning , computer vision , wireless communication , and sensing , with a strong emphasis on multimodal learning and real-time intelligence. The research theme explores how wireless-enabled physical AI systems such as robots, autonomous vehicles, drones, and distributed sensor platforms build representations of space, motion, and context through continuous interaction with the environment. The postdoc will work on fusing heterogeneous sensory streams including vision, LiDAR, inertial measurements, and radio signals, and on learning and decision-making architectures for robust perception and autonomous action in dynamic settings. The role also includes investigating how wireless networks such as 6G , WiFi, and satellite systems support distributed AI inference and how network constraints shape resilient intelligence. Applicants should have a PhD in data science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, mathematical engineering, or a related area. Strong experience in machine learning , artificial intelligence , robotics , robotic perception , multimodal AI , or reinforcement learning is expected, along with solid mathematical and analytical skills and programming ability in Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, or similar tools. A publication record in major venues such as ICLR, ICRA, NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR, ECCV, SIGGRAPH, or ICCV is highlighted as desirable. The position is funded by the Villum Investigator Grant WATER and is offered as a full-time postdoc for 12 months . The appointment starts around 1 October 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The application deadline is 16 August 2026 . To apply, candidates must submit their application through Aalborg University’s recruitment system and include a motivation letter, CV, diplomas, publication list, and other supporting documents. The post is hosted by a dynamic international research environment in Aalborg, Denmark, with strong links to communication theory, networking, information theory, statistics, and quantum communication.