The Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) at the Niels Bohr Institute, Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen, is looking for a student assistant with effect from 15 March 2026 or after agreement.

About us
We are a talented and diverse international team working at the forefront of quantum science, based in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. At the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen—where the foundations of quantum mechanics were laid a century ago—we are building the Novo Nordisk Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP), a world-leading initiative in quantum computing.

NQCP is driving research and innovation across the full quantum stack: from scalable quantum processor technologies, to advanced quantum-classical control and readout systems, and all the way to quantum algorithms and real-world applications.

The job
The student will be part of the administration team and will support the daily operations of the program. You will work closely with the administrative coordinators and contribute to creating a welcoming and well-functioning environment for staff, students, and visitors.

Your task will include:

• Help with the practicalities of events

• Ordering of milk, fruit and office supplies

• Make sure the kitchens and coffee machines are clean and tidy

• Lighter administrative tasks

We expect:

• Initiative and curiosity

• You are responsible and enjoy managing the practical tasks that come with the job

• You focus on solutions rather than obstacles and can act proactively

Why Us?
Joining NQCP now, you will be involved from our early stages and contribute to the fulfilment of the mission of NQCP. We want to make Denmark a world leader in quantum research, and we hope to attract people from all over the world.

Terms of salary and employment
The employment is made in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Organisations of Public Employees – governmental institutions (the OAO-S collective agreement) and under the Professional Agreement for clerical employees, laboratory technicians and it officers in the state. The minimum wage is DKK 142,97 (1 November 2025-level). Salary will be based on seniority. The employment period is one year.

The place of work is NQCP, Blegdamsvej 19-21, 2100 Copenhagen.

The average number of working hours will be 15 hours per week. We expect you to be available on weekdays in the morning hours. The remaining hours will be flexible and scheduled as needed.

Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance.

The employment is contingent on you being an active student.

Application procedure
Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore, your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:

• Curriculum vitae, including a short cover letter, with information about your education, experience and other skills relevant for the position

• Certificate of education

Deadline for applications: 5 February 2026 23:59 CET

Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.

The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the surrounding society and invites all qualified applicants regardless of personal background to apply for the position.

Further questions

Any questions about the position may be directed to administrative coordinator Natascha Dyrbye, Natascha.dyrbye@nbi.ku.dk

Further information about the Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme can be found on the website: https://nqcp.ku.dk/

The Faculty of Science at the University of Copenhagen – or SCIENCE – is Denmark's largest science research and education institution with 4,000 employees and 9,700 Bachelor and Master's students in 12 departments. The faculty has an annual budget of DKK 3 billion.

Learn more about The Faculty of Science at www.science.ku.dk