Postdoc in High-Speed Nonlinear Terahertz Imaging - DTU Electro

Are you interested in developing new technologies for high-speed terahertz (THz) imaging?

At DTU Electro, you will work at the interface of ultrafast THz photonics, nonlinear optics, and coherent imaging to develop a new generation of broadband THz imaging technology.

We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher in ultrafast THz photonics to join our team on a project funded by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. The project aims to develop high-speed, hyperspectral, and super-resolution THz imaging by combining broadband THz-to-near-infrared upconversion with focal-plane-array detection.

Responsibilities and qualifications

You will play a central role in developing and demonstrating a new generation of high-speed coherent THz imaging technology. Working closely with researchers at DTU Electro and our project partners, your main responsibilities will include:

• Design, build, and characterize a high-speed coherent THz imaging system with focal-plane-array detection.

• Perform broadband THz generation, detection, spectroscopy, and imaging experiments using an ultrafast laser system.

• Develop and demonstrate hyperspectral THz imaging for spatially resolved spectroscopy and material identification.

• Disseminate research results through high-quality scientific publications and presentations at international conferences.

• Coordinate with project partners and contribute to the supervision of MSc and PhD students.

We are looking for an experimental researcher with a strong background in ultrafast optics, THz photonics, nonlinear optics, optical imaging, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience with femtosecond laser systems and complex optical setups is highly desirable. Experience with THz time-domain spectroscopy, nonlinear frequency conversion, scientific programming, data analysis, or optical imaging will be considered an advantage.

You should be able to work independently, take responsibility for experimental progress, and solve challenging technical problems while collaborating effectively in an international and interdisciplinary research environment. We value scientific curiosity, creativity, and strong communication skills. You should be able to communicate your research clearly in written and spoken English and contribute to high-quality scientific publications.

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent).

We offer

DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment

The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. In addition, supplements can be negotiated in accordance with DTU’s salary structure for scientific staff: www.inside.dtu.dk/en/human-resources/during-employment/salary/salary-structures .

The period of employment is 14 months. Starting date is 1 January 2027. The position is a full-time position.

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Further information

Further information may be obtained from Associate Professor Binbin Zhou, Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering, DTU, at zhou@dtu.dk .

You can read more about DTU Electro at www.electro.dtu.dk .

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Application procedure

Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 25 October 2026 (23:59 Danish time) . Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file . The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)

• CV

• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)

• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

DTU Electro DTU Electro employs more than 300 skilled researchers with competencies in electrical and photonics engineering. As a department, we strive towards creating sustainable energy and a greener internet, as well as strengthening cyber security and health technology. Working with industry and public organizations is one of our top priorities to find and implement new solutions to our society. We aim to offer education, research, and innovation of the highest standard, and our focus on application-oriented research enables us to work across many engineering disciplines and research areas, such as IT and the medical and health sciences. We have a close collaboration with researchers from all over the world, just as we collaborate with industry and public authorities about the dissemination of solutions based on electrical and photonics engineering as their key enabling technologies.

DTU – For the benefit of society since 1829 DTU is one of Europe's leading elite technical universities. Through research and education at an international top level, we create solutions to the major societal challenges of our time and help secure Europe's global leadership in sustainable technological development. Since Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU almost 200 years ago, our mission has remained the same: We develop and create value through the natural and technical sciences for the benefit of society. DTU has 13,800 students, 1,600 PhD students, and 6,500 employees. We work in an international environment and have an inclusive, stimulating, and informal work culture. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland and collaborates with the best universities around the world.