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Tenure-Track Faculty in Quantum Computing

Position Number: 6596389
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Science - Computer Science

Tenure-Track Faculty in Quantum Computing

Requisition Number: 67537
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
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Job Summary

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Colorado (CU) Boulder seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Quantum Computing. We invite candidates from all areas of quantum computing to apply, including but not limited to: Quantum computing theory (quantum algorithms, quantum complexity theory, quantum information theory, and quantum error correcting codes), quantum computing and communication systems (quantum computer architecture, fault-tolerant quantum computing, quantum programming language and software, quantum communication and networking), and applications of quantum computing to important or emerging areas such as quantum optimization and quantum machine learning.

CU Boulder sits at the center of one of the world's most vibrant quantum information science and engineering ecosystems. The Boulder area is home to Elevate Quantum, a U.S. Department of Commerce-designated Tech Hub that unites more than 70 partners across academia, national laboratories, startups, and established companies. The area also hosts a thriving cluster of quantum companies - including Infleqtion (ColdQuanta), Quantinuum, Atom Computing, and Oxford Ionics (now IonQ) - making it one of the nation's leading quantum industry centers. CU Boulder has launched a quantum incubator that has secured over $20 million in investment capital to accelerate quantum innovation. CU Boulder also leads major federally funded quantum research centers and initiatives, including NSF Quantum Leap Challenge Institute for Quantum Systems through Entangled Science and Engineering (NSF Q-SEnSE). For more information, please visit the CUbit Quantum Initiative's website.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is one of Colorado's flagship public institutions and among the most research-active public universities in the country. The College of Engineering and Applied Science is the second largest school or college on the CU Boulder campus and boasts top-tier rankings for both its graduate and undergraduate engineering programs. Earning the 11th spot among public graduate programs and 17th nationwide for undergraduate engineering. Multiple specialty areas are also ranked within the top 20. Equally importantly, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and academically excellent community. Our approximately 250 tenure-track, 120 instructional-track, and 30 research-track faculty serve more than 6,000 undergraduate students, 1,300 master's students, and 850 PhD students. Our college has three core foci: (i) Research & Innovation, (ii) Education, and (iii) Inclusion. We believe that our college's success requires faculty who actively work to create an inclusive culture within the college and are committed to the campus plan of creating and sustaining supportive campus environments.

To learn more about the College of Engineering and Applied Science please visit our website.

The Department of Computer Science is the fastest growing and largest department within the College of Engineering and Applied Science at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder). The department is home to over 50 tenured and tenure-track faculty plus 25 instructional faculty, and now includes about 2000 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. To learn more about the Department of Computer Science, please visit the department's website.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Successful candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring; develop an externally funded research program in their technical area; contribute professional leadership and service to their unit, the college, and their professional community; and cultivate and contribute to the inclusive excellence of our academic community.
The typical distribution of work for this role is 40% teaching, 40% scholarly and creative work (research), and 20% leadership and service.

What You Should Know

The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2026, however, a later start date may be negotiated.

What We Can Offer

The anticipated academic year salary range for this position at the Assistant Professor rank is $125,000 - $135,000.
A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS guidelines.
A recruitment incentive is available within Department guidelines.
Tenure-track faculty benefits include eligibility for gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; a relocation and dual career assistance program; and teaching, research, and professional development.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Applicants must have earned a research doctorate in Computer Science or a related discipline, or have their degree conferred before starting a tenure-track faculty appointment.

What You Will Need

Preferred candidates are those that demonstrate the potential for excellence in research and teaching through a strong publication track record and a history of working with undergraduate and graduate students of varied backgrounds.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files:

Cover Letter: A cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals (1 page).
Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
A Statement of Research Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for research and/or creative work that contributes to the body of knowledge in your field and provides broader benefits to education and society (3-4 pages).
A Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body (2-3 pages).
Leadership, Service and Community Contributions Statement: In this statement, describe your leadership and service experience, and demonstrated ability to contribute to a supportive campus community. Please provide details on your track record, calibrated to your career stage, that describe the specific role you played in these efforts. These could include, but are not limited to service on committees, outreach activities to broaden engagement in or with engineering, or serving on advisory boards or task forces contributing to policies or regulations. In addition, describe your plans to contribute to our campus plan to Create Supportive Environments, and the College of Engineering and Applied Science Strategic Vision (1-2 pages).
Names and contact information for three or more references: Contact information for at least three references who may be contacted as the search progresses. Please include names, job titles, phone numbers, and email addresses. Separately during the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and contact information for at least three references to submit letters of recommendation to be considered along with your application materials. These are allowed to be the same individuals.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, for full consideration please apply by December 15, 2025.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. Background checks will be conducted for all final applicants.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Tenure-Track-Faculty-in-Quantum-Computing/67537