Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Computing
Posting Number: JR107515
Location: Colorado
Engineering a world of possibilities
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Computing
The Opportunity
The Colorado School of Mines, 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 Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the broadly defined area of Quantum Computing , 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 seek a creative and ambitions researcher whose work complements and expands our strengths in computer science and applied interdisciplinary engineering. Candidates whose research bridges multiple subfields, connects with industry or national laboratories, or integrates experimental and theoretical approaches are especially encouraged to apply. Areas of interest include:
Quantum computer architectures (hybrid quantum-classical computing systems, secure and scalable design of quantum computing platforms);
Quantum algorithms and applications (quantum algorithm development, integration of domain-specific approaches and emerging workloads with quantum computers);
Fault tolerance and error mitigation for quantum (resource-efficient fault-tolerant architectures, fault-tolerant quantum algorithms, security protocols for reliable and resilient quantum computation);
Quantum software and programming languages (software tools for quantum circuit optimization, simulation, and verification; high-level languages and compilers for quantum computing)
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program that relates to and supports quantum computing.
Develop and teach courses that are valuable to undergraduate and graduate students, both within Computer Science and across Mines.
Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in research and coursework, 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 Computer Science 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.
Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or engagement with quantum science and technology.
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 CS Department
Colorado School of Mines, Colorado's oldest public university, produces talent, knowledge and solutions that 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 Computer Science Department consists of 27 full-time faculty and hosts a thriving research program focusing on algorithms, human-centered computing, machine learning & data science, robotics, security & privacy, and systems. The department educates approximately 1000 undergraduate and 140 graduate students, offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science, and supports growing interdisciplinary programs in https://quantum.mines.edu/, https://datascience.mines.edu/, https://robotics.mines.edu/, https://qbe.mines.edu/, and https://orwe.mines.edu/. The CS faculty often advise graduate students in these programs, and they work collaboratively with researchers across other departments, universities, hospitals (including CU-Anschutz Medical Campus), national labs and industry partners. More information about the university and the CS Department can be found at https://www.mines.edu/ and https://www.cs.mines.edu/. For any questions, please contact mailto:cs@mines.edu.
About Quantum at Mines & 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 (started in 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. More information is available at http://quantum.mines.edu
Total Rewards
Assistant Professor: $110,000 - $132,000
Associate Professor: $125,000 - $157,000
Professor: $145,000 - $217,100
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 a 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
