Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Devices
Posting Number: JR107519
Location: Colorado
Engineering a world of possibilities
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Devices
The Opportunity
The http://www.mines.edu, a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, is excited to announce three faculty positions in Quantum Science and Engineering. These hires, one each in the departments of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Physics, will expand our research in quantum information science, support the launch of a new Bachelor of Science program in Quantum Systems Engineering, and strengthen our existing Master of Science in Quantum Engineering, one of the oldest in the nation. The candidate needs to apply separately to each position they feel qualified for.
The Department of Electrical Engineering at Colorado School of Mines invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor level in the broadly defined area of Quantum Devices , with an anticipated start in Fall 2026. While we expect to hire at the Assistant Professor level, exceptional candidates may also be considered at a higher rank.
We are seeking a researcher with expertise in the engineering of quantum technologies who can bridge fundamental quantum principles with applied electrical engineering. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
Quantum electronic, microwave, and photonic devices (integrated and heterogeneously integrated platforms; front-end and back-end design and development)
Cryogenic quantum systems and instrumentation (supporting device performance and scalability)
Quantum metrology systems (enabling precision measurement of physical quantities and control of quantum states)
Quantum applications enabled by such technologies (qubit control and readout systems, quantum sensors, quantum memories, and quantum communication platforms)
Applicants with a proven track record of working with semiconductor, microwave, or integrated photonics platforms for quantum technologies, including collaborations with affiliated foundries, are especially encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program aimed at advancing devices and subsystems integral to scalable quantum technologies to contribute to Mines' growing quantum engineering ecosystem.
Teach and develop undergraduate and graduate courses in quantum devices and quantum engineering as well as related core electrical engineering topics.
Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including through the expanding quantum programs at Mines.
Contribute both institutionally and professionally through active service.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. from an accredited program in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field relevant to the search areas by the time the appointment begins.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in research, teaching, and student mentorship.
A strong track record-or clear potential-for bridging fundamental quantum science with engineered devices. Associate and Full Professor candidates must have an established and currently funded program with clear potential for continuance and a proven track record of success in teaching, research, and service. In addition, Full Professor candidates should have an established international reputation.
About Mines & The EE Department
Colorado School of Mines, Colorado's oldest public university, produces the talent, knowledge and solutions to serve industry and benefit society-all to create a more prosperous future. Mines has about 6400 undergraduate students and 1900 graduate students in a broad range of applied science and engineering disciplines. Mines maintains high-quality, well-funded research programs (~$106M in awards for fiscal year 2024) with strong participation from both graduate and undergraduate students. The 2026 edition of U.S. News and World Report ranks Mines as a top 100 university. Mines has the highest admissions standards of any public university in Colorado and among the highest of any public university in the U.S. Located in Golden, Colorado, Mines has close proximity to Denver and Boulder, providing opportunities for significant collaboration with government labs (including NREL, NIST, NCAR, and NOAA), industry, and other universities.
The Department of Electrical Engineering is home to 16 full-time faculty with specializations in antennas, microwaves, and wireless communications; information and systems sciences; integrated circuits and electronics; and power and energy systems. Departmental faculty have numerous collaborations not only within the department, but across Mines (including with the quantum engineering program) and externally with NREL, NIST, AFRL, DARPA, and beyond. The departmental facilities in Brown Hall have recently undergone significant renovations in teaching and research labs and office space. Learn more at https://electrical.mines.edu/.
About Quantum at Mines & in Colorado
Colorado is a federally designated Quantum Tech Hub and home to the largest concentration of quantum companies in the U.S. Mines is a key partner in the Elevate Quantum consortium , which is positioning Colorado as a global hub for quantum innovation and workforce development. Mines complements its well-equipped Shared Instrumentation Facilities with unique resources that create rare opportunities for advancing discovery and application. Examples include the Edgar Experimental Mine -a flexible underground environment for testing quantum technologies-and Quantum COmmons , which will provide state-of-the-art quantum device fabrication and measurement services to incubate startups and accelerate innovation across the quantum ecosystem. Mines launched one of the first interdisciplinary master's programs in Quantum Engineering in the United States (2020) . It is now launching a new BS degree in quantum systems engineering, the first of its kind in the nation.
The Quantum Engineering Program brings together 29 faculty members from seven departments at Mines. Their research spans a wide range of topics, including quantum algorithms for near-term intermediate-scale quantum computers, quantum complexity, spin qubits in silicon, materials for quantum information, the interface of machine learning with quantum systems, and the use of quantum sensors for discoveries in astro-particle physics. Additional areas include cryogenic electronics to enhance quantum readout, quantum-proof encryption, and quantum algorithms applied to challenges in materials science, chemistry, and petroleum engineering. Learn more at https://quantum.mines.edu/.
Total Rewards
Assistant Professor: $105,00 -$120,000
Associate Professor: $118,000 - $127,000
Professor: $150,000 - $162,000
Mines takes into consideration a combination of the candidate's education, training, and experience as well as the position's scope and complexity, the discretion, and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining the salary rate for potential new employees.
Colorado School of Mines offers a robust portfolio of benefits for all employees. For this role, that includes:
Flexible health and dental care options
Generous sick/vacation time: 13 paid holidays per year - including a week-long winter break for entire campus.
Fully vested retirement plan on first day of employment, with generous employer contribution
Tuition benefits (6 credits per year for employees, 50 percent discount for dependents)
Free RTD Ecopass for transportation throughout the Denver Metro area.
All Mines employees also have access to https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home through the State of Colora
