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

Join the Taminiau Lab: Advancing Quantum Science with Solid-State Spins

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate candidate to join the Taminiau Lab, which investigates solid-state spins and their applications for quantum science and technology. Our research combines quantum optics, magnetic resonance, and nanoscale fabrication to detect and control individual spins associated with 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?
• 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.

About 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.

Challenge. Change. Impact! 🚀

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

Relocation Support

If you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job, TU Delft is committed to making your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, offers information 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.

Additional Information

For more information about this vacancy, please contact T.H.Taminiau@TUDelft.nl.

Group website: taminiaulab.qutech.nl.