About the opportunity
At DTU Electro, you will develop novel energy efficient chip-based communication systems, such as microcomb light sources, optical modulators and switches, as well as passive components such as filters, couplers and crosse. Hereby novel material platforms, for example piezoelectrics (LiNbO3, LiTaO3 BaTiO3) will be explored. You will work on process development in DTU Cleanroom (DTU Nanolab), design components as well as the characterization of on-chip optical devices. You will build your own research profile while contributing to ongoing projects, teaching and supervision. Your focus will be to strengthen the development of optical chip integrated components for the future of energy efficient telecommunication systems, in collaboration with colleagues and partners in Denmark and abroad.
Salary and benefits
- Appointment based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Supplements negotiable in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff
- Participation in DTU’s Tenure Track program
Who can apply?
- PhD in physics, optics, material science, or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of solid-state physics and its consequences for on-chip optical devices
- Theoretical knowledge and understanding of cleanroom processes such as lithography, thin film deposition, and etching (wet, dry)
- Extensive cleanroom experience including lithography (electron beam, UV), dry etching, and thin film deposition
- Experience in optical simulation (Ansys Lumerical, CST, Comsol) and characterization of chip-based optical components
- Strong publication record relative to career stage and a clear tenure-track research vision
- Motivation for teaching, supervision, and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Fluency in at least one of the working languages (Danish or English) with the expectation to master both in time
Required documents
- Application (cover letter)
- Vision for teaching and research for the tenure track period
- CV including employment history, list of publications, H-index, and ORCID
- Teaching portfolio including documentation of teaching experience
- Academic diplomas (MSc/PhD)
When to apply
- Deadline: 30 September 2026 (23:59 Danish time)
- Starting date: 1 February 2027 or according to mutual agreement
How to apply
- Open the application link
- Fill out the online application form
- Attach all required materials in English as one PDF file
Additional information
- All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.
- Open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates due to research in critical technology subject to special rules for security and export control.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- PhD holders in physics, optics, or material science with extensive cleanroom experience.
- Researchers with a strong publication record and a clear vision for energy-efficient chip-based communication.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires a commitment to both research and teaching/supervision duties.
- Candidates may be subject to open-source background checks due to critical technology regulations.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a career-defining opportunity for a researcher aiming to build an independent research profile and move toward a permanent academic position through the DTU Tenure Track program.
Our take
Experienced PhDs in physics or optics with deep cleanroom experience should apply; those without a practical background in lithography and etching are less suitable.
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