About the opportunity
Conduct cutting-edge research in ultrafast nonlinear optics using gas-filled hollow-core fiber platforms at DTU Electro’s GasLab. The role involves developing advanced high-power near-infrared ultrafast laser sources and gas-filled fiber systems for fundamental studies and emerging photonic applications in a collaborative academic environment.
Salary and benefits
- Salary based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations.
- Negotiable supplements in accordance with DTU's salary structure for scientific staff.
- Opportunity to work in a globally recognized technical university with an international environment.
Who can apply?
- Must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent) in optics/photonics, molecular physics, optical engineering, or a related field.
- Interest and background in exploring unknown physics in the field of nonlinear photonics and ultrafast lasers.
- Experimental experience with developing gas-filled hollow-core fiber laser systems.
- Experience with hollow-core fiber technologies.
- Experimental experience with developing conventional ultrafast laser sources.
- Experience with modeling the physics of nonlinear optics and optical fibers.
- Ability to work independently and contribute creatively to research projects.
- Ability to maintain an organized and safe work environment.
- Passion and ability to co-supervise PhD students.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Required documents
- Application (cover letter)
- CV
- Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
- List of publications
When to apply
- Application deadline: 21 October 2026 (23:59 Danish time).
- Starting date: February 01, 2027, or according to mutual agreement.
How to apply
- Open the "Apply now" link on the official job page.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Attach all required materials in English as a single PDF file.
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…
- Hold a PhD in optics, photonics, or molecular physics.
- Experimental experience with gas-filled hollow-core fiber laser systems.
- Background in modeling the physics of nonlinear optics and optical fibers.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role is on-site in Kgs. Lyngby, Denmark.
- This is a fixed 2-year full-time appointment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This opportunity is ideal for a researcher wanting to conduct cutting-edge research in nonlinear optics and gain experience co-supervising PhD students.
Our take
Experimentalists in gas photonics and ultrafast lasers with a PhD in optics or photonics should apply.
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