Junior Engineer for Electrical Characterization at the NNF Quantum Computing Programme

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP) is establishing a talented and diverse international team to create a cutting-edge quantum programme in the heart of Copenhagen, Denmark. At the Niels Bohr Institute, University of Copenhagen, where the formulation of Quantum Mechanics was born 100 years ago, we aim to establish an international quantum computing programme, funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation, that will drive research and innovations at multiple levels - from developing scalable quantum processor technologies to solutions for the quantum-classical control and readout interface, and all the way to quantum algorithms and applications.  The long-term mission of the programme is to develop fault-tolerant quantum computing hardware and quantum algorithms that solve life-science-relevant chemical and biological problems.

NQCP is looking for a junior engineer to support our efforts on electrical characterization of our various novel materials and components. You will be working with multiple tools, preparing, executing and analyzing measurements from room temperature all the way to milli kelvin. Measurements are done using characterization protocols to reliably and precisely extract relevant metrics. This will be done in close collaboration with the materials growth, fabrication, and Theory & Simulation teams as well as various international partners from industry and academia.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have some of the following qualifications:  

• Masters degree in physics, engineering, materials science or related
• Prior exposure to some of the following techniques: bonding, wafer probing, Impedance-, CV-, Kelvin resistance-, and differential conductance measurements.
• Experience with process engineering concepts, automation and data logging – preferably python.
• Good communication skills and ability to work structured in a dynamic research program.

Why Us?

Joining NQCP now, you will contribute to the fulfilment of the mission of NQCP. Life in Denmark is supported with strong social services (free universal healthcare, free/subsidised language courses, paid parental leave, subsidised day care institutions and excellent public schools). Our work culture is very egalitarian and prioritises work life balance. Dual career families are the norm, and workplaces offer flexibility to support everyone in having both an exciting career and good family time. Danish cities are known for having excellent infrastructure, for example through widespread bike path networks. We can also offer a thriving food-scene, excellent museums, and beautiful natural scenery.

Terms of salary and employment

The employment and salary are 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).

The employment will be as an academic employee or special consultant and 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. The position is limited to 2 years from the date of employment.

Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance.

Your application

If you find the one of the above job areas 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 1st February 2025.

Please include:

• Curriculum vitae, including a short cover letter.
• Diplomas (Masters degree or equivalent)
• Publication list (if relevant)

Further information

For further information please contact Asbjørn Drachmann (asbjorn.drachmann@nbi.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 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

You can read about the recruitment process at https://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.