About the opportunity
The Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a 2-year Postdoctoral Researcher position within the newly funded QUANTRONIC – Spintronic Pseudo-Qubits for Room-Temperature Quantum Computing project, supported by the Villum Experiment programme of Villum Fonden. The project investigates whether engineered stochastic spintronic devices can reproduce key computational mechanisms associated with quantum systems—such as superposition-like states, probability-amplitude-based interference, and entanglement-like correlations—without fragile quantum coherence or cryogenic operation. The successful candidate will work within SDU Microelectronics, collaborate closely with international partners such as INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory, and engage in device design, physics-based modelling, experimental characterization, and system-level demonstrations.
Salary and benefits
- Two-year fixed-term postdoctoral position starting in February 2027
- Salary determined in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations
- Opportunity to work on a high-risk, high-gain research concept exploring a new computational regime
- Access to advanced facilities for electronic design, device characterization, measurement, and system prototyping
- Close collaboration with international partners including INL – International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory
Who can apply?
- Hold a PhD in electronic engineering, electrical engineering, applied physics, nanotechnology, spintronics, or a closely related field
- Experience in spintronics and magnetic devices, physics-based modelling of nanoscale or magnetic devices, Verilog-A, SPICE, and Cadence or comparable circuit/device simulation environments
- Experience in experimental characterization of electronic, magnetic, or spintronic devices, or stochastic/probabilistic computing systems
- Excellent written and spoken English and strong communication skills
Required documents
- Motivated application (uploaded under Cover letter, max 5 MB)
- Curriculum Vitae (uploaded under Resume, max 5 MB)
- Master's and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (original and official English translation)
- Complete list of publications
- Publications most relevant to the position
- Summary and documentation of experience in teaching, if relevant
- Research statement (optional)
- References or reference letters (optional)
When to apply
- Application deadline is November 10, 2026, at 11:59 PM (CET/CEST)
- Position is expected to start in February 2027
How to apply
- Read the SDU information on how to apply
- Prepare all required documents in English and PDF format with civil registration (CPR) numbers crossed out and files unlocked
- Upload the motivated application under Cover letter
- Upload the Curriculum Vitae under Resume
- Upload all other supporting documents under Miscellaneous documents (max 10 files, max 50 MB per file)
Additional information
- Employment is temporary for an initial 2-year period with possible extension depending on available funding
- Background checks may be conducted on candidates based on open sources due to research security measures
- Contact Professor Farshad Moradi (moradi@sdu.dk) or Associate Professor Hooman Farkhani (farkhani@sdu.dk) for further information
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…
- A strong fit for recent PhD graduates in electronic engineering, applied physics, or spintronics who want to advance frontier hardware research at the intersection of probabilistic and quantum-inspired computing.
- Ideal for researchers with practical experience in Verilog-A, Cadence, micromagnetic simulations, or magnetotransport measurements who thrive in interdisciplinary academic teams.
- Well-suited for candidates seeking international exposure through close research collaborations with institutions like INL in Portugal.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is a fixed two-year contract, so longer-term funding security depends on future project extensions.
- Relocation to Odense, Denmark, is required as the work is hosted on-site at the University of Southern Denmark.
- The competitive application process involves shortlisting, and only shortlisted candidates receive a written assessment.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This two-year postdoctoral position provides an intensive platform to build a specialized academic and technical profile in emerging quantum-inspired hardware architectures. It suits researchers aiming to generate high-impact journal publications, lead experimental device demonstrations, and establish an independent research career in semiconductor innovation and nanoelectronics.
Our take
Early-career researchers with a strong background in spintronics, microelectronics, or device modelling should seriously consider applying before the November 2026 deadline. Candidates without a relevant engineering or physics PhD or those seeking permanent placement from day one will find this fixed-term research role less suitable.
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