Tenure-Track Faculty in Quantum Computation

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 Computation. We invite candidates
from all areas of quantum computing to apply, but the priority
consideration will be given to the following areas:

• Quantum computation theory: quantum algorithms, quantum

complexity theory, quantum information theory, and quantum error
correcting codes

• Applications of quantum computation 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, Quantinuum, Atom Computing, and
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 one of the 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 2027;

however, a later start date may be negotiated.

• The University of Colorado Boulder has implemented a reference check

program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty
appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU
Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's
conduct at their current and previous institutions, specifically
conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or
discrimination, before making hiring decisions. All final
candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to
complete an Authorization to Release Information.

What We Can Offer

• The anticipated academic year salary range for this position at

the Assistant Professor rank is $130,000 - $145,000.

• A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS

guidelines.

• A recruitment incentive is available within Department

guidelines.

• CU offers a competitive 401(a) retirement plan, with employees

contributing 5% of their annual eligible compensation and CU
contributing 10% of their eligible compensation. This plan is
standard for most faculty hires. For more information on CU's
retirement benefits visit our website
here .

• In addition to a competitive salary, the University of Colorado

Boulder offers a wide variety of other benefits and perks. Links to
some of these are below. To forecast the value of your total
compensation, check out our total compensation calculator . More
information on some of our benefits and perks is available here:
gender-neutral paid
parental leave ; housing down-payment
assistance programs ; dual-career &
relocation resources ; and teaching , research , and
professional
development .

Benefits

At the University of Colorado Boulder , we are
committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our
employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical,
dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition
assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local
transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder
offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class
outdoor recreation. In fact, CU Boulder has been named one of
Forbes' America's Best
Large Employers , ranking #4 among large employers in Colorado
and #28 among universities nationwide. Explore additional perks and
programs through the CU Advantage program.

Be Statements

Be engaged. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

What We Require

• Applicants must have earned a research doctorate in Computer

Science or a related discipline before starting a tenure-track
faculty appointment.

What We Would Like You to Have

• 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 one-page cover letter describing your

interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic
goals.

• 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
name and contact information for at least three references to
submit a letter of recommendation to be considered along with your
application materials. This is allowed to be the same
individuals.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, however
for full consideration please apply by November 15, 2026
.

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.

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu