Project Description

We invite applications for a fully funded PhD position in experimental proteomics. The successful candidate will contribute to a fundamental research program exploring chemical and physical principles of negative ion mode LC-MS/MS-based peptide analysis. The project combines method development and mechanistic exploration with downstream applications in proteome characterization.

Proteomics today captures only half the story. By focusing almost exclusively on positively charged peptides, current approaches miss a large class of acidic biomolecules. This project challenges that paradigm and explores negative ion mode LC-MS/MS to reveal new molecular insights and enable broader biological discovery

This PhD position is part of a vibrant research environment involving other researchers working on closely related topics. You will be enrolled in the Protein Research Group (PRG) – known internationally for its contributions to proteomics and biological mass spectrometry – ensuring daily interaction, idea exchange, and collaboration across both wet-lab and computational projects.

Responsibilities

The PhD student will be expected to:

• Plan and conduct LC-MS/MS-based proteomics experiments, primarily in negative ion mode

• Investigate gas-phase peptide behavior and fragmentation

• Characterize how physicochemical parameters influence ionization efficiency and detectability

• Explore how different ion activation methods affect peptide fragmentation, including work with a next-generation multi-mode trap instrument supporting both collisional- and electron-based dissociation

• Contribute to structured spectral annotation supporting advanced downstream data analysis (in collaboration with a dedicated postdoc)

• Present research findings through peer-reviewed publications and international conferences

• Complete PhD coursework (~30 ECTS) and contribute to teaching and dissemination activities.

Required Qualifications

• MSc degree in proteomics, protein chemistry, analytical chemistry, or gas-phase chemistry

• Documented hands-on experience with mass spectrometry-based proteomics

• Proficiency in database searching and peptide identification

• Familiarity with LC-MS/MS workflows, chromatographic methods, and sample preparation

Desirable Qualifications

• Prior experience with negative ion mode MS is an advantage

• Interest in computational proteomics workflows

• Programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, R) for data processing and visualization

• Strong analytical mindset and ability to collaborate across disciplines

What We Offer

• Innovative Research Project: Engage in fundamental discovery in peptide chemistry and MS methodology

• Advanced Instrumentation: Access Orbitrap Eclipse, Orbitrap Astral, TIMSTOF Ultra2, and more

• Collaborative Environment: Work in a shared lab with over 40 researchers, PhD students, and postdocs

• Mentorship and Training: Receive strong supervision and support in experimental proteomics

• International Outlook: Present at leading conferences and engage in global collaborations

• Attractive Conditions: Competitive salary and social benefits under Danish agreements (see below for more details), including relocation and visa support

About the Research Group

The Protein Research Group (PRG) at the University of Southern Denmark is internationally recognized for its pioneering work in proteomics, mass spectrometry, and protein chemistry. The group has a broad portfolio spanning structure-function analysis, post-translational modifications, quantitative proteomics, environmental research, biomedical research, and gas-phase chemistry.

Located in Odense, the PRG offers a stimulating and inclusive research environment, where interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship are central. The group currently comprises eight research teams, with more than 40 researchers and students, and close interaction and shared laboratory space foster innovation and synergy.

The team of Applied AI and Data Science (AID) invite motivated candidates with a strong track record in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science to apply for the position. We are looking for candidates with a documented track record in developing AI models for applications in different domains, including but not limited to healthcare and green energy. A strong background in both theoretical AI research and experience applying models to real-world data such as medical data will be considered a strong advantage.

We believe in fostering a stimulating, interdisciplinary, and inspiring environment, where researchers collaborate across domains. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to work closely with experts in life sciences and green energy, particularly biocomputing and fusion energy, with focus on data-driven approaches, and to take part in clinical and industrial collaborations that ensure real-world impact of AI innovations.

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Physics or Applied Mathematics and teaching qualifications commensurate with the position as tenure track assistant or associate professor. The successful applicant will be expected to contribute to the development of a strong and internationally visible research environment at the Faculty of Engineering (TEK) at SDU. 

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics.

• Teaching qualifications appropriate to the level of appointment (Assistant vs. Associate Professor).

• Strong publication record in top-tier international venues.

• Experience in collaborative, interdisciplinary projects is an advantage.

We particularly welcome applicants with expertise in:

• Trustworthy and explainable AI (reliable, transparent, and actionable models).

• Quantum algorithms for scalable AI.

• Machine unlearning for responsible, privacy-preserving AI.

• AI for biocomputing and precision medicine.

• Multi-omics data analysis.

• Physics-informed AI.

Successful applicants will join a dynamic research team and will be introduced to and included in teaching activities, research projects, fund raising activities and collaborations to explore the synergy between clinical and technical researchers, healthcare professionals and industrial partners. 

Responsibilities 
Your primary responsibility is to utilize and leverage the broad technical, clinical and industrial research and to support the long-term vision of Applied AI & Data Science (AID) team being a world-class center in the field of applied AI and data science. This follows the research strategy, which functions as the backbone in one of the first centers of its kind dedicated to working with AI across a large variety of applications. The research will be conducted both independently and in collaboration with colleagues at national and international levels. You ensure that your teaching maintains a high academic and didactic standard. 

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Develop, implement, and execute AI-focused projects in close collaborations with medical and industrial partners by bridging interests between research practices.

• Conduct research at the highest scientific level, including publication in top international journals and conferences, and communicating your research in national and international academic networks.

• Disseminate your research to the outside world.

• Give technical input and support for ongoing projects and establish new collaborations.

• Teach and supervise bachelor’s, master's and PhD degree students at SDU, and outreach activities targeted younger research candidates.

• Contribute to fund raising efforts that take place at AID.

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Danish is not a prerequisite for application. The hired candidate will be offered Danish courses by the university.

Contact information

Further information is available from the Head of the unit, Prof. Esmaeil S. Nadimi (esi@mmmi.sdu.dk).

If you experience technical problems, please contact hcm-support@sdu.dk. 

Application

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: 

• A letter stating the interest, motivation, and qualifications for the position (max. 2 pages). The letter must clearly state which position (tenure track assistant vs. associate) the applicant is applying for.

• A detailed research plan stating applicants past research projects and achievements, and a 5-year forward-looking plan.

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae. 

• Complete list of publications.

• For associate prof. positions: 10 most relevant publications which the applicant wishes to rely on.

• For tenure track assistant prof. positions: 5 most relevant publications which the applicant wishes to rely on.

• Teaching Portfolio (mandatory for associate professor applicants).

• Summary and documentation of experience in teaching (for tenure track assistant professor applicants).

• Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent (copy of original/official English translation). 

• A statement/documentation of other qualifications relevant to the position may also be included.

SUBMISSION GUIDE: 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. Motivation letter shall be uploaded under ‘Cover Letter’ and Curriculum Vitae shall be uploaded under ‘Resume’ (each max 5 MB). All other documents shall be uploaded under ‘Miscellaneous documents’ (max 10 files of max 50 MB per file). 

The application deadline is December 1, 2025, at 11.59 PM/23.59 (CET/CEST)

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.  

Conditions of employment

The targeted starting date for the position is 1 May 2026, or as soon as possible, thereafter.

The appointment as associate professor is permanent, and the appointment as a tenure track assistant professor is temporary and for an initial 4-year period, with guaranteed assessment for a permanent position as associate professor during the final year 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 as an associate professor requires academic qualifications at PhD level as well as scientific and teaching qualifications commensurate with the position as an associate professor. 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 tenure track assistant professor or associate 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”.

Tenure Track at the Faculty of Engineering, SDU

With the tenure track programme at the Faculty of Engineering, SDU, we offer an attractive career opportunity for promising scholars. The tenure track is aimed at the most talented scholars who have established a high level in their current research and other professional work, and those who possess exceptional potential to achieve the highest international level within their research area.

You enter the 4-year programme at assistant professor level and if successful you are promoted to associate professor by the end of the programme, provided an expert assessment committee confirms that you have acquired the international level of scholarly excellence characteristic of associate professors. Indicators of relevant scholarly merits include documented through independent scholarly output, ground-breaking publications, achievement of excellence grants, and international research network.

The tenure track at the Faculty of Engineering, SDU, is a 4-year programme which includes annual performance and development reviews and a midterm evaluation with a written review by an expert panel to ensure the assistant professor’s track to tenured associate professorship. Finally, a formal academic assessment for permanent associate professorship is conducted by an internationally recognized expert assessment committee. If the final assessment is positive, the candidate will be offered a permanent position as associate professor. If the assessment is negative, the assistant professor can recommend a second assessment within the last six months of employment. Thus, a maximum of two academic assessments can take place.

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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.

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 

• Conducting scientific research and publishing results in high quality scientific conferences/journals.
• Participating actively in research coordination meetings and dissemination activities.
• Contributing to the project deliverables while also supporting project management tasks, including deliverable preparation, milestone tracking, and communication across the consortium.

Qualifications and requirements

• PhD degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related areas.
• Research expertise with background in at least two of the following areas: Cybersecurity, Block-chain, Cryptography (e.g., Multi-Party Computation), Formal methods, and willingness to enhance knowledge in several of the listed areas. 
• Proficiency in programming skills (C/C++, Python, Rust, Solidity, Vyper, etc.) is preferable.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork capabilities.
• Independence to lead an original line of research.
• Proficiency in English, both speaking and writing.

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:

• Motivation letter (cover letter).
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Master’s and PhD degree certificates or equivalent, including transcripts of grades in English or Danish (copy of original/official English translation).
• Complete list of publications.
• 3 Publications most relevant to the position (each as individual PDF files, only full-text documents will be considered in the assessment).
• Research statement (outlining research so far and future research plans).
• References/reference letters 
• Any other documentation highlighting relevant qualifications for the position may be included.

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.

Read about SDU

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:

• Mentoring and coaching students in projects and theses.
• Ability to work in national and international projects.
• A relevant international network for research and collaboration activities.
• Experience in performing research management activities, editorial experience, planning and running conferences or workshops, etc.
• Experience in attracting and managing externally funded projects with multiple partners (e.g. EU pro-jects). 

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

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:

• Mentoring and coaching students in projects and theses.
• Ability to work in national and international projects.
• A relevant international network for research and collaboration activities.
• Experience in performing research management activities, editorial experience, planning and running conferences or workshops, etc.
• Experience in attracting and managing externally funded projects with multiple partners (e.g. EU projects).

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

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