Join us in the development of the next generation of quantum microscopes!
At DTU Physics, the Quantum Physics & Information Technology (QPIT) group is looking for a dedicated and talented candidate for a PhD position in Quantum Microscopy.
The project is part of the Copenhagen Center for Biomedical Quantum Sensing which aims to revolutionize biomedical imaging and diagnostics by developing novel microscopes based on quantum-enhanced measurements.
The right candidate will get a unique opportunity to pioneer quantum-enhanced microscopy within a cutting-edge research center at the intersection of quantum technology and life science.
As part of our larger quantum sensing team, you will join 50+ researchers in a friendly and dynamic environment that fosters both fundamental discovery and translation of quantum technologies into real-world impact.
This means getting access to state-of-the-art quantum optics laboratories; collaborating closely with leading global partners; and being part of a large and engaged PhD community that values open dialogue, idea exchange, and collaborative research culture. Moreover, excellent supervision and mentoring are integral to our team’s approach.
In addition to this, we also offer competitive university salary, tax benefits for foreign researchers, and strong support for conference travel, international research stays, and career development.
Responsibilities and qualifications
In this PhD project, you will design and build entirely new types of microscopes—a Raman scattering microscope and a Rayleigh scattering microscope—that exploit entangled states of light
to surpass the limits of conventional microscopy. The work will combine advanced quantum optics, quantum information, and precision measurement science with biomedical applications.
What we are looking for is a highly motivated physicist or engineer who is passionate about quantum optics and experimental innovation.
We expect you to have enthusiasm for tackling ambitious scientific challenges and a proactive mindset with a determination to make things work in the lab.
We find it essential that you have a genuine interest in both fundamental quantum science and real-world applications as well as an open and collaborative spirit. You must be ready to learn, share, and explore new ideas together with your fellow PhD students and other colleagues.
Moreover, the right candidate will have:
You must have a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS points) or a similar degree with an academic level equivalent to a two-year master's degree.
Approval and Enrolment
The scholarship for the PhD degree is subject to academic approval, and the candidate will be enrolled in one of the general degree programmes at DTU. For information about our enrolment requirements and the general planning of the PhD study programme, please see DTU's rules for the PhD education
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We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.
Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union. The period of employment is 3 years.
You can read more about career paths at DTU here
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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Head of Section, Ulrik Lund Andersen ulrik.andersen@fysik.dtu.dk
.
You can read more about our research group at QPIT - Quantum Physics and Information Technology
and about the center at Copenhagen Center for Biomedical Quantum Sensing
.
If you are applying from abroad, you may find useful information on working in Denmark and at DTU at DTU – Moving to Denmark
. Furthermore, you have the option of joining our monthly free seminar “PhD relocation to Denmark and startup “Zoom” seminar
” for all questions regarding the practical matters of moving to Denmark and working as a PhD at DTU.
Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 3 October 2025 (23:59 Danish time)
. Applications must be submitted as one PDF file
containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file
. The file must include:
You may apply prior to obtaining your master's degree but cannot begin before having received it.
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.
About us:
The QPIT group at DTU Physics is internationally recognized for its contributions to quantum information processing, quantum communication, and quantum sensing. Our research is supported by major national and international foundations, and we actively collaborate with industry partners. DTU is located in Lyngby, just 20 km north of Copenhagen, and consistently ranked among the top technical universities in Europe.
Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.