The Niels Bohr Institute at Faculty of Science, the University of Copenhagen is looking for a Scientific Director of Photonic Chip Manufacturing with effect from 1 October 2025 to the Novo Nordisk Foundation Quantum Computing Programme (NQCP).
About us
NQCP is a talented and diverse international programme working at the cutting-edge of quantum 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 are building a world-leading quantum computing programme, 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 programme is supported by Quantum Foundry, a company established with focus on enabling QPU fabrication, assembly and packaging technologies.
Our program mission is to develop fault-tolerant quantum computing hardware and quantum algorithms that solve life-science-relevant chemical and biological problems.
Tasks
As Scientific Director of Photonic Chip Manufacturing, you are responsible for establishing and running 300mm photonic chip fabrication, assembly and packaging at NQCP. You will lead the collaboration with a newly established collaboration, as well as manage the stakeholders and strengthen the Danish ecosystem around PIC chip manufacturing.
Additionally, The Scientific Director of Photonic Chip Manufacturing will contribute to the NQCP mission based on the Pathfinder Framework.
The position requires a high degree of cross-functional collaboration and teamwork, and you will be working closely with all the research and engineering teams that are part of the NQCP programme, including Quantum Foundry.
Your tasks will include:
- Lead and manage the STO/BTO chip fabrication initiative
- Manage roadmaps, define key success metric /KPIs, track progress
- Secure productive alliance management with key partners
- Support the NQCP Photonic Pilot Line on platform development
- Manage strategic development projects with industrial partners/strategic suppliers
We expect
- A PhD (or equivalent) in a field relevant to quantum computing such as physics or engineering
- Experience creating results in an international data- and mission-oriented environment
- Strong leadership skills that allow you to set direction for your colleagues
- A talent for networking to forge productive collaborations
We offer
A central position where you will be an essential part of realising the mission of NQCP – an ambitious quantum programme at the historic Niels Bohr Institute in Copenhagen.
You will work across various research and engineering teams, and you will also interface with our partners as well as with the broader quantum ecosystem.
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 highly egalitarian and prioritises work-life balance. Dual-career families are common, and workplaces offer flexibility to help balance exciting careers and good family time. Danish cities are known for excellent infrastructure, such as extensive 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).
Employment will be as senior consultant. The salary is based on seniority and negotiation for salary supplement is possible. The working hours are 37 hours per week on average and the working hours are flexible.
The position is limited to 31 December 2029, and the appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance.
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 29 June.
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 CEO Peter Krogstrup [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
Københavns Universitet giver sine knap 10.000 medarbejdere muligheder for at udnytte deres talent fuldt ud i et ambitiøst, uformelt miljø. Vi sikrer traditionsrige og moderne rammer om uddannelser og fri forskning på højt internationalt niveau. Vi søger svar og løsninger på fælles problemer og gør ny viden tilgængelig og nyttig for andre.
