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Technical University of Denmark

DTU PhD Scholarship

Four PhD Scholarships in Quantum Physics: Quantum Opto-Acoustics, Optomechanics, Microscopy and Photonic Quantum Computing Technical University of Denmark in Denmark

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

The scholarship is a full-time, three-year PhD appointment. Salary and appointment terms follow the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and DTU's salary structure for scientific staff. The announcement does not state a specific salary or separate tuition coverage.

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Nov 23, 2026

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Denmark

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Technical University of Denmark

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Keywords

Computer Science
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Optics
Optomechanics
Photonic
Quantum Communication
Physics

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About this position

Technical University of Denmark (DTU) Physics is recruiting four PhD students in the Section for Quantum Physics and Information Technology (QPIT) and bigQ – Center for Macroscopic Quantum States. The positions combine advanced quantum-optical laboratories, quantum information theory and large-scale computational research in an international environment.

The projects address frontier problems in quantum physics. In quantum opto-acoustics, the researcher will use cavity-enhanced Brillouin interactions to control a 12 GHz acoustic mode in a millimeter-sized quartz crystal, developing optical readout and quantum-control methods for single-phonon excitations, Schrödinger-cat superpositions, optical–acoustic entanglement and quantum memories.

The ultracoherent optomechanics project investigates a density-phononic-crystal membrane inside a high-finesse optical cavity. Work will focus on quantum-limited measurements, technical-noise suppression, optical cooling and feedback, and interfaces between squeezed light and mechanical motion, including mechanical squeezing, light–mechanics entanglement and coherent quantum-state transfer.

In quantum-enhanced microscopy, spatial-mode demultiplexing and Rayleigh scattering microscopy will be developed for improved nanoparticle detection and localization. The project also extends spatial-mode engineering to chemically selective Raman microscopy, combining quantum estimation theory and squeezed light for nanoscale sensing, chemical analysis and biomedical diagnostics.

The GKP-state quantum computing project is theory-and-software focused. The PhD researcher will study continuous-variable quantum-computing architectures, improved Gottesman–Kitaev–Preskill decoding, dual-level quantum error correction, optimized logical codes and measurement-based circuits. Large-scale simulations on Danish high-performance computing infrastructure will support open benchmarking software, realistic noise models and scalable photonic quantum-computing roadmaps.

Across the projects, researchers will formulate theoretical models, perform experiments or numerical simulations, quantify noise and performance limits, analyse data, develop robust software or control tools, publish results and collaborate with students, researchers, engineers and international partners. Students will work with experienced researchers and technical staff in DTU's quantum-physics research environment.

Funding details

The scholarship is a full-time, three-year PhD appointment. Salary and appointment terms follow the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and DTU's salary structure for scientific staff. The announcement does not state a specific salary or separate tuition coverage.

What's required

Applicants must hold a two-year master's degree worth 120 ECTS points, or an equivalent degree at the same academic level. Candidates should have a background in physics, quantum optics, photonics, optomechanics, mathematics, computer science, quantum information or a related field. Experimental projects value hands-on optical-laboratory, electronics and experimental-programming skills; the GKP computing project especially values analytical skills and experience with numerical simulation, quantum error correction or scientific software development. Creativity, rigorous thinking, initiative, persistence and constructive teamwork are valued. Applicants may apply before receiving their master's degree but cannot begin employment until it has been awarded. Applications must be complete and submitted in English as one PDF file; qualified candidates may be subject to open-source background checks because of security and export-control rules.

How to apply

Submit the complete online application through the job page by 23 November 2026 at 23:59 Danish time. Select one or more project preferences in the application form and explain how your background matches them. Upload one PDF in English containing a cover letter, CV, grade transcripts, and BSc/MSc diploma with the official grading-scale description.

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