PhD in Solid-State Spins and their Applications for Quantum Science

PhD in Solid-State Spins and their Applications for Quantum Science Job description

We are looking for an passionate candidate to join the Taminiau Lab, which investigates solid-state spins and their applications for quantum science and technology. We use a combination of quantum optics, magnetic resonance and nanoscale fabrication to detect and control individual spins associated to defect centers. With these controlled systems of coupled spins, we aim to answer questions such as: How does decoherence emerge in complex quantum systems? Can we emulate and study complex many-body physics? Can we use quantum coherence to realize novel improved sensors? Can we protect quantum states and computations indefinitely so that large?'scale quantum computations become possible? And does quantum mechanics continue to accurately describe such extended large?'scale quantum systems?

In this position, you will work with a team of researchers to realize complex systems of coupled spins in diamond and silicon carbide and use these to investigate time crystals, a novel quantum phase of matter.

Job requirements

You have a Master's degree in physics, applied physics, nanoelectronics, or a related field. Some experience with solid?'state quantum systems, quantum optics, magnetic resonance, or nanofabrication is appreciated.

Doing a PhD at TU Delft requires English proficiency at a certain level to ensure that the candidate is able to communicate and interact well, participate in English?'taught Doctoral Education courses, and write scientific articles and a final thesis. For more details please check the Graduate Schools Admission Requirements.

TU Delft

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

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.

Conditions of employment

Doctoral candidates will be offered a 4?'year period of employment in principle, but in the form of 2 employment contracts. An initial 1,5 year contract with an official go/no go progress assessment within 15 months. Followed by an additional contract for the remaining 2,5 years assuming everything goes well and performance requirements are met.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, increasing from Promovendus gross per month, from the first year to the fourth year based on a full?'time contract (38 hours), plus 8 % holiday allowance and an end?'of?'year bonus of 8.3 %.

As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The TU Delft Graduate School provides an inspiring research environment with an excellent team of supervisors, academic staff and a mentor. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline?'related and research skills.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work?'costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged.

Coming to Delft ServiceDual Career Programme is available, to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

. Group website: https://taminiaulab.qutech.nl/.

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 28 September 2025 via the application button and upload the following documents:

• CV
• Motivational letter
• Contact details of at least two references

• A pre?'employment screening can be part of the selection procedure.
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