Tenure-track Faculty Position In Quantum Computing

Colorado School of Mines

Golden, Colorado, US
$110,000 – $217,100 py
On-site
Quantum computer architectures
Quantum algorithms and applications
Fault tolerance and error mitigation
The Colorado School of Mines is seeking candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in Quantum Computing, aimed at expanding their research in quantum information science and supporting new academic programs. The position targets creative researchers with interdisciplinary approaches and is expected to begin in Fall 2026

Job Summary

  • The Colorado School of Mines is seeking faculty to expand research in quantum information science and support new quantum programs.
  • Responsibilities include developing and maintaining a funded research program, teaching courses, and mentoring students.
  • Mines offers a robust benefits package including health and dental care, generous paid time off, and a fully vested retirement plan.

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The Colorado School of Mines is seeking candidates for a tenure-track faculty position in Quantum Computing, aimed at expanding their research in quantum information science and supporting new academic programs. The position targets creative researchers with interdisciplinary approaches and is expected to begin in Fall 2026.

Salary

$110,000 – $217,100

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Quantum computer architectures
  • Quantum algorithms and applications
  • Fault tolerance and error mitigation
  • Quantum software and programming languages
  • Externally funded research program
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses

Nice-to-have

  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Industry or national laboratory connections
  • Experimental and theoretical approaches
  • Hybrid quantum-classical computing systems
  • Secure and scalable quantum platforms
  • Emerging workloads with quantum computers
  • Resource-efficient fault-tolerant architectures
  • Security protocols for reliable quantum computation
  • Software tools for quantum circuit optimization
  • High-level languages and compilers for quantum computing

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field
  • Potential for excellence in research, teaching, and mentorship
  • Evidence of interdisciplinary collaboration or engagement with quantum science
  • Established and funded research program (for Associate/Full Professor)

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