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Join us and shape the quantum devices of tomorrow!

The Scappucci Lab welcomes applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to addresses a central challenge of quantum technology with spin qubits: how do the properties of the semiconductor stack affect qubit properties at scale?

Within the Scappucci Lab you will join the QARPET team. QARPET (Qubit-Array Research Platform for Engineering and Testing) is a crossbar-array architecture developed by our group and designed to move from the study of few quantum dots to the statistical characterization and benchmarking of hundreds of qubits in germanium.

Within this project, you will play a leading role in the measurement, characterization, and analysis of germanium hole spin qubits. You will investigate the properties of such devices within novel material stacks and help uncover how material disorder, variability, and imperfections influence key qubit metrics such as coherence, stability, and reproducibility.

You will also have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, international, and interdisciplinary environment, where different perspectives and backgrounds are valued as drivers of scientific innovation.

We are seeking not only dedicated future scientists but also individuals who thrive in a team-oriented environment, where passion and commitment go hand in hand.

• PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with the measurement and control of solid‑state qubits.
• Expertise in cryogenic measurements (dilution refrigerators) and microwave control hardware.
• Strong programming capabilities and large‑scale data analysis.

Delft University of Technology is built on strong foundations. As creators of the world‑famous Dutch waterworks and pioneers in biotech, TU Delft is a top international university combining science, engineering and design. It delivers world class results in education, research and innovation to address challenges in the areas of energy, climate, mobility, health and digital society. For generations, our engineers have proven to be entrepreneurial problem‑solvers, both in business and in a social context.

At TU Delft we embrace diversity as one of our core values and we actively engage to be a university where you feel at home and can flourish. We value different perspectives and qualities. We believe this makes our work more innovative, the TU Delft community more vibrant and the world more just. Together, we imagine, invent and create solutions using technology to have a positive impact on a global scale. That is why we invite you to apply. Your application will receive fair consideration.

Challenge. Change. Impact!

QuTech is a mission‑driven research institute of TU Delft. Together we are working on a radical new technology with world‑changing potential. We are developing scalable prototypes of a quantum computer and a secure quantum internet.

We believe quantum technology will be a game changer in many social and economic sectors – including health, agriculture, climate, and security. To achieve our ambitious goals, we bring scientists, engineers, and industry together in an inspiring environment, with plenty of room for ambition, entrepreneurship, and innovation.

Have a look at our video and get a glimpse of QuTech.

• Duration of contract is 2 years Temporary
• A job of 38‑40 hours per week.
• Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch
• An excellent pension scheme via the ABP.
• The possibility to compile an individual employment package every year.
• Discount with health insurers on supplemental packages.
• Flexible working week.
• Every year, 232 leave hours (at 38 hours). You can also sell or buy additional leave hours via the individual choice budget.
• Plenty of opportunities for education, training and courses.
• Partially paid parental leave
• Attention for working healthy and energetically with the vitality program.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information on their website to help you prepare your relocation. In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

For more information about this position, please contact Giordano Scappucci at QuTech at G.Scappucci@tudelft.nl. For questions about the procedure, please contact our Senior Recruiter Audrey Monje at A.Monje@tudelft.nl.

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 19 April 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter

You can address your application to Giordano Scappucci.

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