Lightera

Lightera Denmark 

Lightera Denmark is a global leader in the optical fiber industry, developing and producing world-class fiber-based technologies that power modern communication networks. From our Brøndby facility - with approximately 220 employees and research and production operating under one roof - we create advanced optical fibers, fiber sensors, fiber lasers, and other components for telecom, medical, energy, surveillance, and industrial markets.

At the event, we look forward to sharing insights into our cutting-edge work and engaging in an open dialogue about the opportunities, challenges, and interdisciplinary collaboration that drive innovation at Lightera Denmark. We invite participants to ask questions and gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be part of the Lightera team and to work at the forefront of global connectivity.

What we do and why we do it

At Lightera Denmark, we develop optical fiber-based solutions because they are essential to the modern digital world. Optical fibers form the backbone of global communication, enabling high-speed data transmission and supporting the technologies that shape our societies.

For more than four decades, we have been committed to advancing fiber technology and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Today, our mission is not only to meet the technical demands of the present but also to anticipate the needs of tomorrow. Through strong interdisciplinary collaboration -across physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, materials science, and process engineering - we create solutions that strengthen global connectivity and enable innovation across multiple industries.

Working as a PhD for Lightera Denmark

Joining Lightera Denmark as a PhD means becoming part of an innovative and highly collaborative environment where scientific curiosity, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence are at the core of our work. You will work alongside experienced specialists and fellow PhDs who are passionate about transforming research into real-world solutions.

Because our R&D department and production facilities are integrated at our Brøndby site, you have the unique opportunity to follow your work from early concept development through experimental validation and into full-scale manufacturing. As part of a global organization, your research contributes directly to advancing optical fiber technologies used worldwide - and shaping the future of connectivity.

We value active dialogue, idea exchange, and hands-on experimentation, making Lightera Denmark an ideal place for PhD students who want to see their research make a tangible impact.

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