COLLEGE PARK, Md. – The University of Maryland (UMD) is set to expand its world-renowned faculty in quantum science and engineering following the successful launch of the Capital of Quantum Initiative — a groundbreaking public-private partnership aimed at driving $1 billion in investments. This strategic move underscores the university’s commitment to advancing innovation and leadership in the field of quantum research.
Led by UMD’s College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences and the A. James Clark School of Engineering, the university is launching a search to attract talent in all areas of quantum science and engineering, including quantum computation, simulation, sensing, networking, materials and devices.
“As we develop the Capital of Quantum with the University of Maryland at its epicenter, there’s no better moment for the brightest minds in quantum fields to join us and help drive this momentum forward,” said University of Maryland Senior Vice President and Provost Jennifer King Rice. “We seek visionary, innovative and strategic faculty whose expertise in quantum will accelerate our efforts to grow a vibrant and impactful quantum ecosystem."
UMD will target applicants at the full and associate professor levels with a demonstrated track record of leading an active research group. Exceptional applicants will also be considered at the assistant professor level. The positions will reside within the appropriate colleges and departments, including but not limited to physics, computer science, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, and materials science and engineering. Joint appointments are possible depending on the nature of the research. Applicants are encouraged to apply by Aug. 1, 2025 for best consideration. Applications will continue to be considered until the positions are filled. For more information or to apply, click here.
The University of Maryland is home to one of the world’s largest cohorts of quantum scientists and engineers, built on decades of foundational research and deep partnerships with government labs, agencies and industry. This new hiring initiative will bolster recent successes with recruiting leading experts in quantum fields to join UMD’s faculty ranks. Saikat Guha, an accomplished researcher in quantum communications and networks and co-director of the NSF Center for Quantum Networks, joined the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering as a Clark Distinguished Chair in July of 2024. Norbert Linke, who brings a wealth of experience in building and operating large-scale quantum systems, is rejoining the Department of Physics and was recently announced as the new director of the National Quantum Laboratory at Maryland (QLab) to accelerate quantum discoveries and foster collaborations with industry and government partners.
In January, Gov. Wes Moore announced the Capital of Quantum Initiative – a strategic partnership between the State of Maryland, the University of Maryland and private and federal partners – with the goal of unlocking more than $1 billion in investments through a combination of state funds, matching federal grants, private sector investments and philanthropic contributions over the next five years. Building on the technical leadership of and collaborations between the 48 industry, government and academic members of the UMD-led Mid-Atlantic Quantum Alliance, this initiative will firmly establish the greater D.C. region, anchored by the University of Maryland, as one of the world’s top quantum epicenters. The Capital of Quantum provides unique opportunities for faculty seeking to conduct world-class research, build high-impact partnerships, and transition cutting-edge technologies to real-world applications. UMD’s Quantum Startup Foundry, one of the first quantum-focused accelerators in the country, is a critical resource to support entrepreneurial faculty seeking to bring these new technologies to market.
Learn more at quantum.umd.edu.