Syddansk Universitet
Sønderborg
The Mads Clausen Institute, NanoSYD Centre, invites applications for an assistant professor position in advanced sensor systems, including electronic noses. The position is for a three-year term and will commence on February 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
What we offer
The assistant professor's tasks include teaching, research and industrial consultancy.
The assistant professor will be involved in several projects related to the development of advanced gas sensors, their integration into electronic nose systems, and the industrial applications of these systems. The position will also include industrial consultancy activities related to developing electronic noses and teaching in Engineering programs. As an assistant professor, you must develop your ideas and communicate scientific results in English.
What we expect
Candidates with a relevant PhD (physics, nanotechnology, microelectronics, materials science) may seek the position. The assistant professor should preferentially have research experience in advanced sensor technology, functional sensing materials (including the development of chemical binders), electronic noses and sensor integration (embedded systems/machine learning). Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the work, the candidate is expected to have excellent collaboration skills.
Workplace description / Research environment
We are an international research group working in the field of sensors (https://www.sdu.dk/en/forskning/c_nanosyd/forskningsomrader/sensor-technologies), and we are seeking a highly motivated assistant professor to join our research team at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU), located on the Sønderborg campus. We offer a modern, inclusive, international, and interdisciplinary working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and a strong tradition of international collaboration. We aim to recruit, develop, and retain talented scholars who are committed to academic excellence and departmental growth.
Focusing on sensor development, the group has access to an ISO 5 cleanroom and surface science laboratory facility for preparation and characterization tasks, as well as a roll-to-roll facility for upscaling tasks. The research group collaborates with various national and international research projects and networks, including partnerships with academia and industry.
Read more on: http://www.sdu.dk/en/stillinger
Contact information
For information about the Mads Clausen Institute, please see www.sdu.dk/en/mci.
Further information about this position is available from Associate Professor Roana de Oliveira Hansen, e-mail: roana@mci.sdu.dk
We will not accept email applications; all applications must be submitted directly through the SDU online recruitment system.
If you experience technical problems, please contact support at hcm-support@sdu.dk.
Conditions of employment
Employment as assistant professor requires scientific qualifications at minimum PhD level at the time of employment. During employment, the assistant professor will complete the Lecturer Training Programme. Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for assistant professor as described herein. Further information on salary and taxation. Persons employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.
Assessment and selection process
Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment. Read about shortlisting at SDU. Interviews and tests may be part of the overall evaluation.
Read about the Assessment and selection process.
Application procedure
Applicants are advised to read the SDU information on how to apply.
Assessment of the candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include:
Motivation letter stating your specific interest, motivation, and qualifications for the research field (max. 2 pages). Upload in the field called "Project description".
Detailed Curriculum Vitae, including personal contact information, describing the research, and any other relevant information, e.g., teaching experience, computational skills, etc.
Teaching portfolio
Verified copies of official Certificates/Diplomas (BSc, MSc and PhD)
List of publications with the most relevant publications highlighted.
Up to three names and emails of researchers who can provide an informed reference letter at short notice. (Reference letters and other relevant qualifications may also be included.)
All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.
The application deadline is December 1st , 2025 at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST).
The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.
About SDU and Sønderborg
The University of Southern Denmark was founded in 1966 and is now a multi-campus university with more than 25,000 students. SDU has more than 3,800 employees and 115 different study programs in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering. Its main campus is in Odense, while the newest campus is in Sønderborg. In Sønderborg, the majority of students is from abroad.
Sønderborg encompasses both a rural idyll and the pulse of a city center. Here you will find relaxing nature with beautiful forest and a long coastline, which invites you to a variety of water activities. Still, it is in many ways a distinct study city - from the student discounts on the cafés' menu, the shopping opportunities, a festive nightlife, to an active and exciting study environment.
Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark.
You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.
Apply at https://www.sdu.dk/en/om-sdu/job-sdu
Indrykket:18/09/2025
Ansøgningsfrist: 01/12/2025
Syddansk Universitet
Odense
A 20-month postdoc research position is available in the Software Engineering section at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Denmark. The successful candidate will contribute to the SECUREAM research project, focusing on enhancing cyber resilience solutions for digital Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes and workflows in close collaboration with leading industry experts. These solutions will be designed to meet the stringent security requirements for producing high-value, mission-critical components. Application deadline: November 24, 2025.
Introduction
The Software Engineering section at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute, University of Southern Demark (SDU Odense Campus) invites applications for a 20-month full time postdoc position with the possibility of extension for the project SECUREAM: Advancing Cybersecurity in Additive Manufacturing in the intersection of blockchain, cryptography, software engineering, and applied formal methods, starting February 1, 2026 (the specific start date will be agreed with the successful candidate).
The SECUREAM project directly addresses the evolving cybersecurity challenges in AM by developing a comprehensive security framework through close collaboration between academic and industry experts. While the primary focus of the project is on enhancing cyber resilience across digital AM processes and workflows, the framework is also designed to be adaptable to the stringent requirements of high-value and mission-critical component production, where robust security and traceability are imperative. Its aim is to secure AM supply chains, safeguard data integrity and confidentiality, and support compliance with emerging regulations, thereby meeting the rising demand for certified, secure AM solutions.
What we expect
We seek candidates with expertise in blockchain and cryptographic technologies and/or applied formal methods to address critical security challenges in the AM domain. The research will focus on developing and scaling novel solutions to ensure end-to-end integrity, traceability, and confidentiality. The project aims to create a resilient AM workflow secure against threats from compromised system components. The successful candidate’s contributions will be to identify gaps in current technology, evaluate industry practices, and develop impactful security guidelines.
Key responsibilities of the postdoc include
Qualifications and requirements
What we offer and workplace description
At SDU Software Engineering in Odense, you will engage in high-impact, multidisciplinary research within an internationally recognized setting. You will publish in leading journals and conferences, grow your expertise under the guidance of experienced mentors, and strengthen your professional profile in a supportive, collaborative environment. You will work in a diverse and inclusive team that values high standards, teamwork, and innovation, giving you the opportunity to realize your potential while making a significant contribution.
The Software Engineering section at the Maersk Mc-Kinney Moller Institute develops efficient, high-quality methods for complex, secure, and safety-critical systems. It leads a range of national and European projects and maintains strong partnerships with industry. You will benefit primarily from the expertise, resources, and network of the Software Engineering section while also collaborating with the Center of Industrial Software (CIS) at SDU Sønderborg. Beyond your professional development, you will enjoy living and working in one of the happiest countries in the world, offering free healthcare and education.
Further information
For further information, contact Associate Prof. Eun-Young Kang (eyk@mmmi.sdu.dk). If you experience technical problems with the online application process, contact SDU’s HR support at hcm-support@sdu.dk.
Application procedure
Applicants are advised to carefully read SDU’s guidelines on how to apply.
Assessment of candidates is based on the application material, and an application must include:
SUBMISSION GUIDE
Motivated application shall be uploaded as ‘Cover letter’ (max. 5 MB), Curriculum Vitae shall be uploaded as ‘Resume’ (max 5 MB). All other documents shall be uploaded as ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file).
All documents must be in English and PDF format. CPR number (civil registration no.) must be crossed out. All PDF-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.
The application deadline is November 24, 2025, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)
Assessment and selection process
Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee (Read about the Assessment and selection process). Shortlisting may be applied, and only shortlisted candidates will receive a written assessment (Read about shortlisting at SDU). Interviews, technical, and aptitude tests may be part of the selection process for final candidates.
Conditions of employment
Appointment as a postdoc is a temporary position for a 20-month period and the preferred starting date is from February 1, 2026.
Employment as a postdoc requires scientific qualifications at the PhD level at the time of appointment. Employment will be in accordance with the collective agreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations for academics in the state with the associated circular on the protocol for the job structure for academic staff at Danish universities and the provisions for postdoc as described herein. Further information on salary and taxation. The person employed in the position may, based on a specific individual managerial evaluation, be exempted from time registration, also known as a “self-organizer”.
The University of Southern Denmark wishes our staff to reflect the surrounding community and therefore encourages everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position. SDU conducts research in critical technologies, which, due to the risk of unwanted knowledge transfer, are subject to a number of security measures. Therefore, based on information from open sources, background checks may be conducted on candidates for the position.
Further information for international applicants about entering and working in Denmark. You may also visit WorkinDenmark for additional information.
Further information about The Faculty of Engineering.
Indrykket:11/09/2025
Ansøgningsfrist: 24/11/2025
Syddansk Universitet
Odense
The Centre for Quantum Mathematics at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a number of positions as Associate Professor in Quantum Mathematics with emphasis on pure mathematics with relations to quantum theory or with emphasis on Quantum algorithms, Quantum software and Quantum computing.
The targeted starting date of the position is 1 August 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
The QM centre is located at the Faculty of Science on the international campus in Odense, Denmark and it is hosting several large European, Danish and American grants including, “Recursive and Exact New Quantum Theory” (ERC-Synergy), “New Structures in Low-Dimensional Topology” (Simons Collaboration) & “Topological Photonic Quantum Computing and its Applications” (Innovation Fund Denmark) all three led by PI and Centre Director Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen; “Mathematics of the open topological string” (VILLUM Investigator) led by Professor Vivek Shende, “New invariants in low¬dimensional topology via quantum field theory” (VILLUM Young Investigator) led by Associate Professor Du Pei, “Global Categorical Symmetries and Phases of Quantum Matter” (VILLUM Young Investigator) led by Assistant Professor Apoorv Tiwari, “The Emergent Geometry of Categories” (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Associate Professor Fabian Haiden, “From Pertubative to Non-pertubative Quantum Field Theory by cutting and gluing” (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Assistant Professor Konstantin Wernli and finally “Leveraging Algebraic Geometry for High-Precision Fundamental Physics“ (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Associate Professor Matthias Wilhelm.
The QM centre is newly established with the ambition to create a highly international and interdisciplinary elite group within a broad spectrum of pure mathematics, mathematical physics and quantum computer science. Odense is a fast-growing international community with an open Scandinavian culture, affordable housing and living costs. For more information on the QM centre, please visit https://www.sdu.dk/en/qm.
Job description
A successful candidate will drive internationally competitive research, collaborate with the world community in the field, and attract competitive external research funding. The candidates are expected to contribute significantly to QM’s outstanding research and teaching environment, to provide excellent education, supervise bachelor’s, master’s and PhD level students, as well as to contribute to the development of junior faculty research to high international standards.
The candidates will get the opportunity to shape this development together with the team and implement research-project ideas with national and international impact.
Topics of interest: Algebra, algebraic geometry, differential geometry, algebraic topology, complex geometry, quantum topology, geometric analysis, operator algebra, number theory, statistic, probability theory, mathematical physics, quantum algorithms, quantum software architecture and quantum computing.
We offer
Our new colleagues will become part of an inspirational international research environment with excellent facilities and strong collaborations with a vast international network, research organizations and regulatory stakeholders. We offer a number of positions from which to further develop the mathematical foundations for quantum theory and to combine this pure mathematical initiative with an ambitious build up in the theoretical foundations of quantum field theory and string theory and further in the theoretical foundations of quantum engineering. Given that current development of mathematical foundations of quantum theory draws from and needs a diverse deep understanding of all branches of pure mathematics, we offer a number of positions in all branches of pure mathematics and quantum computer science at QM. We also offer the opportunity to shape our educational programme to benefit from new developments in pedagogical approaches and content.
We expect
The candidates must possess research qualifications and teaching skills corresponding to those obtained after a successful completion of a period of employment as an assistant professor or equivalent academic qualifications.
The candidates must have a PhD degree in pure mathematics, mathematical physics or quantum computer science. The candidates must further have an emerging research track in the field, evidence of excellent teaching at undergraduate and graduate level (e.g. teaching evaluations, awards, having completed pedagogical and supervision courses), evidence of project/s participation with competitive research funding (at the national and/or international level).
We are seeking highly motivated candidates, who work and communicate well in an international team. The candidates must be able to carry out independent and rigorous work at top international level.
We are looking for candidates with experience and competences in several of the following items:
Application deadline: 1 December 2025 at 23:59 hours local Danish time
Please see the full call, including how to apply, on www.sdu.dk
Indrykket:07/07/2025
Ansøgningsfrist: 01/12/2025
Syddansk Universitet
Odense
The Centre for Quantum Mathematics (QM) at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) seeks outstanding candidates to fill a number of 3-year Assistant Professor positions in Quantum Mathematics with emphasis on pure mathematics with relations to quantum theory or with emphasis on Quantum algorithms, Quantum software and Quantum computing.
The targeted starting date of the position is 1 August 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
The QM centre is located at the Faculty of Science on the international campus in Odense, Denmark and it is hosting several large European, Danish and American grants including, “Recursive and Exact New Quantum Theory” (ERC-Synergy), “New Structures in Low-Dimensional Topology” (Simons Collaboration) & “Topological Photonic Quantum Computing and its Applications” (Innovation Fund Denmark) all three led by PI and Centre Director Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen; “Mathematics of the open topological string” (VILLUM Investigator) led by Professor Vivek Shende, “New invariants in lowdimensional topology via quantum field theory” (VILLUM Young Investigator) led by Associate Professor Du Pei, “Global Categorical Symmetries and Phases of Quantum Matter” (VILLUM Young Investigator) led by Assistant Professor Apoorv Tiwari, “The Emergent Geometry of Categories” (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Associate Professor Fabian Haiden, “From Pertubative to Non-pertubative Quantum Field Theory by cutting and gluing” (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Assistant Professor Konstantin Wernli and finally “Leveraging Algebraic Geometry for High-Precision Fundamental Physics“ (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Associate Professor Matthias Wilhelm.
The QM centre is newly established with the ambition to create a highly international and interdisciplinary elite group within a broad spectrum of pure mathematics, mathematical physics and quantum computer science. Odense is a fast-growing international community with an open Scandinavian culture, affordable housing and living costs. For more information on the QM centre, please visit https://www.sdu.dk/en/qm.
Job description
A successful candidate will drive internationally competitive research, collaborate with the world community in the field, and attract competitive external research funding. The candidates are expected to contribute significantly to QM’s outstanding research and teaching environment and to provide excellent education.
The candidates will get the opportunity to shape this development together with the team and implement research-project ideas with national and international impact.
Topics of interest: Algebra, algebraic geometry, differential geometry, algebraic topology, complex geometry, quantum topology, geometric analysis, operator algebra, number theory, statistic, probability theory, mathematical physics, quantum algorithms, quantum software architecture and Quantum Computing.
We offer
Our new colleagues will become part of an inspirational international research environment with excellent facilities and strong collaborations with a vast international network, research organizations and regulatory stakeholders. We offer a number of positions from which to further develop the mathematical foundations for quantum theory and to combine this pure mathematical initiative with an ambitious build up in the theoretical foundations of quantum field theory and string theory and further in the theoretical foundations of quantum engineering. Given that current development of mathematical foundations of quantum theory draws from and needs a diverse deep understanding of all branches of pure mathematics, we offer a number of positions in all branches of pure mathematics and quantum computer science at QM. We also offer the opportunity to shape our educational programme to benefit from new developments in pedagogical approaches and content.
We expect
The candidates must have a PhD degree in algebra, algebraic geometry, differential geometry, algebraic topology, complex geometry, quantum topology, geometric analysis, operator algebra, number theory statistic, probability theory, mathematical physics or quantum algorithms, quantum computing. The candidates must further have an emerging research track in the field and evidence of excellent teaching at minimum undergraduate level (e.g. teaching evaluations).
We are seeking highly motivated candidates, who work and communicate well in an international team. The candidates must be able to carry out independent and rigorous work at top international level.
Application deadline: 1 December 2025 at 23:59 hours local Danish time
Please see the full call, including how to apply, on www.sdu.dk
Indrykket:07/07/2025
Ansøgningsfrist: 01/12/2025
Syddansk Universitet
Odense
The Center for Quantum Mathematics (QM) at the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Southern Denmark (SDU) invites applications for a number of positions as Professor in Quantum Mathematics with emphasis on pure mathematics with relations to quantum theory or with emphasis on Quantum algorithms, Quantum software and Quantum computing.
The targeted starting date of the position is 1 August 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
The QM centre is located at the Faculty of Science on the international campus in Odense, Denmark and it is hosting several large European, Danish and American grants including, “Recursive and Exact New Quan-tum Theory” (ERC-Synergy), “New Structures in Low-Dimensional Topology” (Simons Collaboration) & “Topological Photonic Quantum Computing and its Applications” (Innovation Fund Denmark) all three led by PI and Centre Director Jørgen Ellegaard Andersen; “Mathematics of the open topological string” (VIL-LUM Investigator) led by Professor Vivek Shende, “New invariants in low¬dimensional topology via quan-tum field theory” (VILLUM Young Investigator) led by Associate Professor Du Pei, “Global Categorical Symmetries and Phases of Quantum Matter” (VILLUM Young Investigator) led by Assistant Professor Apoorv Tiwari, “The Emergent Geometry of Categories” (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Associate Professor Fabian Haiden, “From Pertubative to Non-pertubative Quantum Field Theory by cutting and gluing” (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Assistant Professor Konstantin Wernli and finally “Leveraging Algebraic Geometry for High-Precision Fundamental Physics“ (DFF Sapere Aude) led by Associate Professor Matthias Wilhelm.
The QM centre is newly established with the ambition to create a highly international and interdisciplinary group within a broad spectrum of pure mathematics and mathematical physics. Odense is a fast-growing international community with an open Scandinavian culture, affordable housing and living costs. For more information on the QM centre, please visit https://www.sdu.dk/en/qm.
Job description
A successful candidate will drive internationally competitive research, collaborate with the world commu-nity in the field, and attract competitive external research funding. The candidates are expected to con-tribute significantly to QM's outstanding research and teaching environment, to provide excellent educa-tion, supervise bachelor's, master's and PhD level students, as well as to contribute to the development of junior faculty research to high international standards.
The candidates will get the opportunity to shape this development together with the team and imple-ment research-project ideas with national and international impact.
Topics of interest: Algebra, algebraic geometry, differential geometry, algebraic topology, complex ge-ometry, quantum topology, geometric analysis, operator algebra, number theory statistic, probability theory and mathematical physics, quantum algorithms, quantum software architecture and quantum computing.
We offer
Our new colleagues will become part of an inspirational international research environment with excel-lent facilities and strong collaborations with a vast international network, research organizations and regu-latory stakeholders. Our special emphasis is the mathematical foundations for quantum theory and we are committed to an ambitious buildup of top international scholars in the field of the mathematical foun-dations of quantum field theory and string theory and further in the mathematical foundations of quan-tum engineering. Given that current development of mathematical foundations of quantum theory draws from and needs a diverse deep understanding of all branches of pure mathematics, we offer a number of positions in all branches of pure mathematics at QM. We also offer the opportunity to shape our educational programmes to benefit from new developments in pedagogical approaches and content.
We expect
The candidates must possess research qualifications and teaching skills corresponding to those obtained after a successful completion of a period of employment as an associate professor or equivalent academic qualifications.
The candidates must have a PhD degree in pure mathematics, mathematical physics or quantum comput-er Science. The candidates must further have a strong research track record in the field, evidence of ex-cellent teaching at undergraduate and graduate level (e.g. teaching evaluations, awards, having complet-ed pedagogical and supervision courses), evidence of project/s participation with competitive research funding (at national and/or international level).
We are seeking highly motivated candidates, who work and communicate well in an international team. The candidates must be able to carry out independent and rigorous work at top international level.
We are looking for candidates with experience and competences in several of the following items:
Application deadline: 1 December 2025 at 23:59 hours local Danish time
Please see the full call, including how to apply, on www.sdu.dk
Indrykket:07/07/2025
Ansøgningsfrist: 01/12/2025
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