PhD in Luminescence Physics Applied to Earth Sciences - DTU Physics
On-site · Kongens Lyngby, Capital Region, Denmark
Job Summary
PhD position in luminescence physics within Geophotonics at DTU Physics (DTU) focused on confocal microscopy of defects and trapped charges for luminescence thermochronometry and rock dating. You will join the LUMIN team and contribute to fundamental solid-state physics while applying luminescence techniques to Earth science questions, including modeling Earth surface processes and designing next-generation artificial phosphors and radiation dosimeters. The project emphasizes independent research leadership, collaboration across physics and Earth science, and dissemination of results in high-impact journals. The successful candidate will develop and apply experimental and computational skills in luminescence, microscopy, optical instrumentation, and scientific software, contributing to ERC Advanced Grant LUMIN and Earth system science applications. Enrolment in a DTU PhD program is required, with a three-year employment period and salary terms defined by the DTU collective agreement.
Required Qualifications
- Two-year master's degree (120 ECTS) or equivalent
- Strong background in physics, geophysics, materials science, computation, engineering, or related discipline
- Hands-on experience in luminescence confocal microscopy and image processing (advantage)
- Optical bench instrumentation – setup and alignment (advantage)
- Scientific software development (advantage)
- Lasers (advantage)
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Independent researcher with leadership on assigned project
- Ability to lead publications in high-impact journals
Apply with one swipe on Sorce. We auto-fill applications and apply on your behalf — no cover letters, no 40-minute forms.
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.