PhD Positions on Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks

Delft; Delft; Remote; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Year-end bonus

Job summary

TU Delft invites applicants for PhD positions in silicon carbide quantum networks. Join the Taminiau lab to research spin defects in SiC, nano-photonic devices, and quantum networks for distributed quantum computation and communication.

The group is international and collaborative. Conditions: 4-year employment, two contracts, initial 1.5 year review, salary €3204–€4051 gross per month, 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus; English-taught program; relocation support via Coming to Delft

Qualifications

• MSc in science in (applied) physics, quantum technologies, material science, or a related field.
• Strong motivation to work on nano fabrication and quantum devices.
• Experience in device fabrication, nanophotonics or experimental quantum physics appreciated but not essential.

Skills

Motivation for nano fabrication

Device characterization

Team collaboration

Education

MSc in physics or related field

Job description

PhD Positions on Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks

We are recruiting several PhD candidates to join the Taminiau lab in research on quantum networks based on spin defects in silicon carbide (SiC). As a part of the team, you will work alongside scientists to investigate and develop SiC devices that enable fast optical entanglement links and high-fidelity spin-qubit control. The research combines the design and fabrication of nano-photonic SiC devices, with quantum optics experiments to demonstrate small, but scalable, quantum networks for distributed quantum computation, simulations, and communication.

The Taminiau Lab is an international and collaborative group where people from different backgrounds work closely together, share ideas openly, and support each other's development. We value diversity, teamwork, and creating an environment where everyone can contribute and grow.

Requirements

• You have a MSc in science in (applied) physics, quantum technologies, material science, or a related field.
• You are highly motivated to work on the nano fabrication and characterization of quantum devices for quantum networks.
• Relevant experience in device fabrication, nanophotonics and/or experimental quantum physics (e.g. with spins or superconducting systems) are appreciated but not essential.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

Working at TU Delft means contributing to solutions that really make a difference.

For over 180 years, we have been training engineers who make an impact worldwide in companies, government bodies, or as entrepreneurs. Our alumni turn knowledge into concrete solutions for the challenges of today and tomorrow. These challenges are changing rapidly. That is why we focus on themes such as energy, climate, digitalisation, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart mobility every day. Our education and research are directly aligned with what society needs now and in the future.

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide a high-quality education and conduct pioneering research that extends beyond the campus. You will have the opportunity to take the initiative, work with others, and grow as a professional. Working at TU Delft means join an international community of professionals and students. Together, we create knowledge, innovations, and solutions that help move the world forward.

QuTech

At QuTech, we work on radically new technologies with world-changing potential. Our mission: to develop scalable prototypes of a quantum computer and a quantum internet by integrating world-class research and groundbreaking innovation. Through excellence, relevance, and leadership, we cultivate a vibrant quantum technology ecosystem. Together, we are creating the quantum future, because we believe that quantum technologies can be a game changer in many societal and economic sectors, including health, agriculture and safety.

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

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 €3204 - €4051 gross per month, from the first year to the fourth year based on a fulltime 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.

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.

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.

Faculty/Department: QuTech

FTE: 1,0

Submission is possible until: 15 Dec 2026