PhD Position in Quantum Magnonics

How can spin waves show quantum properties and how are they useful for quantum information?

Job description

We have an open PhD position funded by the Dutch Research Council (NWO) as part of the Dutch-Japanese collaborative program on Unconventional Computing. The project is on quantum magnonics; the successful candidate will theoretically investigate quantum properties of propagating spin waves in magnetic materials and explore how these can be used for quantum information. Extensive collaboration with experimental groups within the consortium is essential.

The PhD candidate will be supervised by Prof. Yaroslav Blanter in Delft and Prof. Rembert Duine in Utrecht, and part-time presence in Delft and Utrecht is expected during the whole project. In Delft, the candidate will be embedded in the Blanter Group, which is part of the Department of Quantum Nanoscience. In addition, the candidate is required to spend 42 weeks at Tohoku University in Japan, working with Mehrdad Elyasi and Gerrit Bauer. The tentative start date is 15 November 2026.

Job requirements

• University degree (equivalent to the Dutch Master) in physics or equivalent, already obtained or imminent.
• CV must demonstrate academic excellence.

TU Delft (Delft University of Technology)

At TU Delft, our people make the difference. With their knowledge and curiosity, our staff provide 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 joining an international community of professionals and students.

Faculty of Applied Sciences

The Faculty of Applied Sciences offers an inspiring scientific ecosystem focused on key enabling technologies such as quantum and nanotechnology, photonics, biotechnology, synthetic biology, and materials for energy storage and conversion. Its scientists conduct fundamental and applied research in Life and Health Science & Technology, Nanoscience, Chemical Engineering, Radiation Science & Technology, and Engineering Physics.

Conditions of employment

Doctoral candidates will be offered a 4-year period of employment in principle, in the form of 2 employment contracts. An initial 1.5-year contract includes 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.

As a PhD candidate you will be enrolled in the TU Delft Graduate School. The Doctoral Education Programme is aimed at developing your transferable, discipline-related, and research skills.

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

As part of knowledge security, TU Delft conducts a risk assessment during the recruitment of personnel to help prevent the unwanted transfer of sensitive knowledge and technology. The assessment is based on information provided by candidates, such as their motivation letter and CV, and takes place at the final stages of the selection process. When the outcome of the assessment is negative, the candidate will be informed.