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PhD Project in Silicon Quantum Photonics: Emitters and Detectors

Niels Bohr Institute

Faculty of Science

University of Copenhagen

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) is establishing a talented and diverse international team to create a cutting-edge quantum programme in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. At the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, where the formulation of Quantum Mechanics was born 100 years ago, we aim to establish an international quantum computing programme, funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, that will drive research and innovations at multiple levels - from developing scalable quantum processor technologies to solutions for the quantum-classical control and readout interface, and all the way to quantum algorithms and applications. The long-term mission of the programme is to develop fault-tolerant quantum computing hardware and quantum algorithms that solve life-science-relevant chemical and biological problems. NQCP invites applicants for a PhD fellowship in Photonic Quantum Devices.

Start date : 1 September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The project

Multiple PhD projects are available, centred on the development of quantum photonic circuits for controlling, processing, and detecting photon emission from solid-state quantum emitters in silicon. Some of the available projects focus on investigating methods for high-fidelity control of spin-photon systems in silicon colour centres and consequentially interface them with integrated or fibre-based optical circuits implementing linear-optical operations to process the emitted photons. Other projects focus on the development of integrated superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) embedded in controllable photonic circuits for the fully integrated processing of the emitted photons from silicon quantum emitters. The work will be performed as part of the Photonic Platform team in NQCP, in close collaboration with the Characterisation and Fabrication engineering teams at NQCP and the growth team at Quantum Foundry.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for candidates within the field(s) of quantum optics. Applicants can have a background from Physics, Photonics and/or Electrical and/or Material engineering.

The Scientific environment

We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment hosted by the NNF Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) at the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen.

Principal supervisor : Stefano Paesani,

The PhD programme

Depending on your level of education, you can undertake the PhD programme as:

Option A: A three year full-time study within the framework of the regular PhD programme (5+3 scheme), if you already have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master's degree.

Option B: An up to five year full-time study programme within the framework of the integrated MSc and PhD programme (the 3+5 scheme), if you do not have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master's degree - but you have an education equivalent to a Danish bachelor's degree.

Qualifications needed for the regular programme

To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master's degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project, e.g. Physics. For information on eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Terms of employment in the regular programme

Employment as PhD fellow is full time and for maximum 3 years. Employment is conditional upon your successful enrolment as a PhD student at the PhD School at the Faculty of SCIENCE, University of Copenhagen. This requires submission and acceptance of an application for the specific project formulated by the applicant.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State. The position is covered by the Protocol on Job Structure.

Appointment will be subject to a security clearance.

Qualifications needed for the integrated MSc and PhD programme

If you do not have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish master's degree, you might be qualified for the integrated MSc and PhD programme, if you have an education equivalent to a relevant Danish bachelor's degree. Here you can find out, if that is relevant for you: General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

Responsibilities and tasks in both PhD programmes

• Complete and pass the MSc education in accordance with the curriculum of the MSc programme (ONLY when you are attending the integrated MSc and PhD programme)
• Carry through an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your project

We are looking for the following qualifications:

• Professional qualifications relevant to the PhD project.
• Relevant publications.
• Relevant work experience.
• Other relevant professional activities.
• Curious mind-set with a strong interest in Physics.
• Good language and communication skills.
• A structured approach to work.

Application and Assessment Procedure

Your application including all attachments must be in English and submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include :

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page)
2. Curriculum vitae including information about your education, experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position
3. Original diplomas for Bachelor of Science or Master of Science and transcript of records in the original language, including an authorized English translation if issued in another language than English or Danish. If not completed, a certified/signed copy of a recent transcript of records or a written statement from the institution or supervisor is accepted.
4. Publication list (if possible)
5. Reference letters (if available)

Application deadline:

The deadline for applications is 7 May 2025 , 23:59 GMT +2.

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process

After the deadline, a number of applicants will be selected for academic assessment by an unbiased expert assessor. You are notified whether you will be passed for assessment.

The assessor will assess the qualifications and experience of the shortlisted applicants with respect to the above-mentioned research area, techniques, skills and other requirements. The assessor will conclude whether each applicant is qualified and, if so, for which of the two models. The assessed applicants will have the opportunity to comment on their assessment. You can read about the recruitment process at

For specific information about the PhD fellowship, please contact the principal supervisor Stefano Paesani, or Peter Granum,

General information about PhD study at the Faculty of SCIENCE is available at the PhD School's website: University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding community and invites all regardless of personal background to apply for the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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