Delft University of Technology invites applications for a team leader position at QuTech in Superconducting Devices for Quantum Information Processing. Depending on the applicant’s profile, the team leader position at QuTech may be embedded as an assistant professor position at either the Faculty of Applied Sciences (AS) or the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS).

Candidates should have a strong interest in experimental quantum computing and quantum technology development in general. Candidates should have a track record of experimental research in superconducting quantum devices and be able to formulate an independent experimental research program addressing current scientific and technological challenges. The candidate is expected to participate in the teaching of courses at QuTech as well as in the Department in which the academic position is embedded. Consideration of applications for an associate or full professor level position may be given to exceptionally well qualified individuals.

At the start of the tenure-track you will be appointed as Assistant Professor for the duration of six years. The Roadmap leader and you will agree upon expected performance and (soft) skills. You will receive formal feedback on performance and skills during annual assessment meetings and the mid-term evaluation. If the performance and skills are evaluated positively at the end of the tenure track, you will be appointed in a permanent Assistant Professor position.

TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers childcare and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

TU Delft sets specific standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. TU Delft offers training to improve English competency. Inspiring, excellent education is our central aim. If you have less than five years of experience and do not yet have your teaching certificate, we allow you up to three years to obtain this.

For more information about this position, please contact Prof. Dr. Leo DiCarlo, e-mail: L.DiCarlo@tudelft.nl. To apply, please send the following information to the e-mail address: qutech@tudelft.nl.

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. List of publications and invited presentations
4. Description of research interests and plans (1-page summary + 10-page max. detailed statement)
5. Short teaching vision (max. 1 page)
6. The names of three people who could be contactd for a letter of reference.

When applying for this position, please refer to vacancy number QuT18-072.

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

https://www.tudelft.nl

QuTech

QuTech, founded by the TU Delft and The Netherlands Organization for Applied Research (TNO), is an advanced research center for quantum computing and quantum communication. The research at QuTech is focused on solving scientific and engineering challenges to enable reliable quantum information processing, in collaboration with public and industrial partners. Current research takes place along three scientific roadmaps focused on the development of fault-tolerant quantum computing, topological quantum computing, and the quantum internet. Considerable institutional resources are available at TU Delft to support interdisciplinary and collaborative research ventures.

https://qutech.nl/