"PhD Position - Semiconductor Materials for Quantum Technology"

Job Description

Join us and shape the quantum devices of tomorrow! We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join us at the Scappucci Lab and help us contribute to the development of next-generation semiconductor materials for quantum technology. Our team has pioneered advanced semiconductor materials for spin-based quantum computing, and with this project we aim to take a bold step forward.

As a PhD researcher, you will design and validate new germanium and silicon-based material stacks to overcome current limitations of semiconductor qubits. By enabling qubits that are faster, more coherent, and more uniform, your work will help tackle key challenges on the path toward scalable and useful quantum computers.

Throughout your PhD, you will develop a broad and valuable skill set, including: Semiconductor material design, Nanofabrication of quantum devices, Low-temperature electrical characterization, Qubit measurement.

You will also have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, international, and interdisciplinary environment, where different perspectives and backgrounds are valued as drivers of scientific innovation.

Requirements

We are seeking not only dedicated future scientists but also individuals who thrive in a team-oriented environment, where passion and commitment go hand in hand. Master’s degree in physics, materials science, electrical engineering, or a related field. Background in solid-state physics, quantum mechanics, or semiconductor devices is appreciated. Interest in quantum information science and quantum technology. Motivation to work in an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment. Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

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 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.