DTU Tenure Track Researcher in First Principles Theory of Quantum Transport in Heterostructures of 2D Materials and Oxides - DTU Physics

Join us as a Tenure Track Researcher in first principles theory of quantum transport in heterostructures of 2D materials and oxides. Work on DFT-NEGF and ML workflows within the ERC Synergy project METRIQS.

Recently, transition metal oxides (TMOs), like strontium titanate and barium titanate, have become available as freestanding membranes with thickness down to a few nanometers. TMO structures can host a wide variety of important properties, e.g., ferroelectricity, ferromagnetism, memresistance, or superconductivity. In this project, we will investigate the interface between TMOs and 2D materials with a focus on the tuning of emergent properties and high-temperature quantum phases using e.g., twist-angle and external fields.

You will work closely with experimental and theoretical physicists and material scientists at DTU Physics, DTU Energy as well as our experimental collaborators at CSIC and UCM in Madrid, in a large ERC Synergy project (METRIQS).

Responsibilities and qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who will contribute significantly to our research environment. Your primary responsibilities and tasks will include:

• Predict interface atomic and electronic structure based on Density Functional Theory (DFT).
• Perform electron transport calculations using DFT combined with non-equilibrium Green's function (NEGF) methods.
• Use Machine Learning (ML) techniques to extend the DFT domain to experimentally relevant system sizes, e.g., predict moiré structures in TMO/2D interfaces.
• Develop multi-scale, first-principles-based computational workflows enabling screening calculations e.g., varying twist-angle or voltage bias.
• Collaborate with project partners at DTU, UCM, and CSIC on hybrid heterostructure quantum devices.
• Contribute to the development of open-source tools.
• Supervise bachelor/master students and co-supervise PhD students working on projects related to METRIQS.

Your qualifications focus should include:

• Quantum transport simulation based on DFT-NEGF.
• Machine Learning force-fields and molecular dynamics simulation based on DFT.
• Solid experience with high-performance computing.
• Experience with student supervision.

You must contribute to the teaching of courses. DTU employs two working languages: Danish and English. You are expected to be fluent in at least one of these languages, and in time are expected to master both.

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

You will be assessed against the responsibilities and qualifications stated above and the following general criteria:

• Research experience
• Experience and quality of teaching
• Research vision and potential
• International impact and experience
• Societal impact
• Innovativeness, including commercialization and collaboration with industry
• Leadership, collaboration, and interdisciplinary skills
• Communication skills

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 position is part of DTU’s Tenure Track program. Read more about the program and the recruitment process here.

You can read more about career paths at DTU here.

Further information
Further information may be obtained from Prof. Mads Brandbyge, [email protected]. 

You can read more about DTU Physics at www.fysik.dtu.dk. 

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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 19 November 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)
• Vision for teaching and research for the tenure track period
• CV including employment history, list of publications, H-index and ORCID (see http://orcid.org/)
• Teaching portfolio including documentation of teaching experience
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD)

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.

About the Department and Section
Activities in the 2DPHYS section at DTU Physics are focused on basic and applied research, combining theoretical and experimental efforts, and with strong international collaborations focusing on fundamental and applied research especially within 2D materials as well as other layered and ultrathin materials. DTU Physics offers cross-disciplinary research where micro- and nanotechnology is applied to a wide range of scientific disciplines. We believe strongly that a good working environment is the basis for good science, and that quality research thrives in a safe and open environment.

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