Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks PhD

Project Overview

About the Position

TU Delft is recruiting several PhD candidates to join the Taminiau Lab at QuTech for research on quantum networks based on spin defects in silicon carbide (SiC). The project develops SiC devices that enable fast optical entanglement links and high-fidelity spin-qubit control, combining the design and fabrication of nano-photonic SiC devices with quantum optics experiments.

The goal is to demonstrate small but scalable quantum networks for distributed quantum computation, simulations and communication. The Taminiau Lab is an international and collaborative group where people from different backgrounds work closely together, share ideas openly and support each other's development.

Research Areas

Spin defects in silicon carbide for quantum networking
Design and fabrication of nano-photonic SiC devices
Quantum optics experiments for optical entanglement links
High-fidelity spin-qubit control for scalable quantum networks

Funding and Employment

Employment and financial support

Component	Details
Position	Paid doctoral employee (full-time, 38 hours/week)
Salary	EUR 3,204 to EUR 4,051 gross per month, increasing from the first to the fourth year, based on the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities (CAO).
Additional pay	8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
Duration	Four years in principle, split into two contracts: an initial 18-month contract with a go/no-go assessment, followed by 30 months after a satisfactory assessment.
Training	Enrolment in the TU Delft Graduate School, including the Doctoral Education Programme with supervision and mentoring.

Eligibility and Requirements

Academic and research preparation

Criterion	Requirement
Academic preparation	MSc in (applied) physics, quantum technologies, material science, or a related field.
Motivation	Highly motivated to work on the nano-fabrication and characterisation of quantum devices for quantum networks.
Useful experience	Device fabrication, nanophotonics and/or experimental quantum physics (for example spins or superconducting systems) are appreciated but not essential.
English	English proficiency is required for Doctoral Education courses and scientific writing; see TU Delft's admission policy for accepted evidence.

Application dates

Recruitment information

Component	Details
Status	Open when checked on 22 October 2026
Deadline	15 December 2026
Start date	Not specified
Location	Delft, Netherlands

How to Apply

Apply online through the official vacancy page using the application button. Applications sent by email or post are not processed. Prepare a CV and a motivation letter; check the advert for any additional documents such as transcripts or references.

About TU Delft and QuTech

TU Delft is a technical university in Delft, the Netherlands. The position is hosted in the Taminiau Lab at QuTech, the institute for quantum technology shared by TU Delft and the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO), whose mission is to develop scalable prototypes of a quantum computer and a quantum internet.

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English language requirements

No IELTS or TOEFL certificate is requested for this employed Dutch position; English is assessed through the application documents and an interview in English.

Contact

Questions about this position, eligibility or the application process should be raised through the contact channel given on the official announcement page (see the Official Link section above). Always quote the position reference in your message so the admissions or HR team can route your enquiry quickly.

Important Notes

Application deadline: 15 December 2026 - late or incomplete applications are normally not considered.
Listing details were recorded from the official source at the time of publication; always confirm the latest requirements on the official page before applying.
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What is the deadline for PhD Positions on Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks at TU Delft, Netherlands?

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Is PhD Positions on Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks at TU Delft, Netherlands fully funded?

This is a fully funded award: tuition is covered and a living stipend is provided for the duration of the programme. €3,204/month.

Who is eligible to apply for PhD Positions on Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks at TU Delft, Netherlands?

This opportunity is open to applicants worldwide. Host-country status is not a requirement, although you must still satisfy the visa rules for Netherlands. Applications are assessed by TU Delft.

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PhD Positions on Silicon-Carbide Quantum Networks at TU Delft, Netherlands