Lab manager / senior consultant at the Center for Biomedical Quantum Sensing

The Niels Bohr Institute at the Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen invites applicants for a Lab Manager/senior consultant at the Center for Biomedical Quantum Sensing

Start date is (expected to be) 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

It is a fixed-term position which ends on March 30th, 2030.

About us

The position will be at the Copenhagen Center for Biomedical Quantum Sensing – CBQS located at the Niels Bohr Institute (Department of Physics), the Faculty of Science, University of Copenhagen. We are a vibrant group of approximately 25 researchers and students working on quantum physics of atoms and light with particular emphasis on interfacing disparate quantum systems with light.

Generation of entangled states of light and atoms and their use for quantum sensing, quantum communication and quantum simulations are our core activities. CBQS is a collaborative effort between the Niels Bohr Institute, Danish Technical University, University of Texas in Austin and medical professionals in Denmark and abroad.

We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories located on Blegdamsvej 17, Copenhagen ∅.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a candidate with a PhD degree and postdoctoral experience in experimental quantum optics, atomic physics, engineering and electronics.

You will be focusing on supporting, maintaining, and help designing state-of-the-art quantum optics and quantum sensing experiments in close collaboration with the students and research staff within the center.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and build quantum optics and atomic physics laboratories.
• Implement and document experiments, help analyzing data and generating reports.
• Help managing the use of existing equipment and selecting the equipment for specialized tests.
• Assist in purchasing and designing new experimental equipment.
• Implementing and overseeing lab safety procedures.

We expect

• PhD in experimental atomic or laser physics.
• Postdoctoral experience within quantum optics and atomic physics.
• Proven skills in working with lasers, vacuum setups, computer control, and spectroscopy.
• Experience with modelling, controlling and analyzing experiments.

We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in a dynamic and international research environment.

Terms of salary and employment

The employment is permanent and salary is made in accordance with the Circular on the Collective Agreement concerning academics in the state sector concluded between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).

Employment will be as academic employee or senior consultant. The salary is based on seniority. Negotiation for salary supplement is possible. The working time are 37 hours per week on average. The working hours are flexible.

Your application

If you find the job interesting, please send an electronic application with attachment via Jobportalen (click on the link "Apply Now" at the bottom of the post) no later than 18 November 2026.

The University of Copenhagen seeks to reflect society and encourages applications irrespective of personal background.

Further questions

Any questions about the position may be directed to Eugene Polzik, [email protected] .

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