PhD in Quantum Error Correction for Photonics | Relocation

Qabird; Delft; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TU Delft invites applications for a PhD position on quantum error correction for photonics within the QuBriC network, based in the Terhal group at the Department of Applied Math, Faculty of EEMCS. The project aims to develop fault‑tolerant photonic architectures and extend circuit‑based QEC concepts to fusion‑based computation.

The PhD candidate will be embedded in a 4‑year program with secondments at QuiX and UCL, collaborating with QuTech and Riverlane, and supported by EU funding through

Qualifications

• Master degree in physics or quantum technology.
• Theoretical background in optics and quantum technologies. Preferred: knowledge and MSc research experience in quantum error correction
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated self‑drive, scientific curiosity, and team worker attitude.

Education

Master degree in physics or quantum technology

Tools

Quantum information theory

Job description

TU Delft invites applications for a PhD position on quantum error correction for photonics within the QuBriC network, based in the Terhal group at the Department of Applied Math, Faculty of EEMCS. The project aims to develop fault‑tolerant photonic architectures and extend circuit‑based QEC concepts to fusion‑based computation.

The PhD candidate will be embedded in a 4‑year program with secondments at QuiX and UCL, collaborating with QuTech and Riverlane, and supported by EU funding through