Director of the Masters in Quantum Technology

The post holder will be the head of a significant research group, and a recognised authority in their field. They will lead the group, with responsibility for the development of its strategic direction. They will take primary responsibility for a programme of independent externally funded research projects. The post will be held in association with Reuben College. The successful candidate will be appointed to a Fellowship by Special Election at Reuben College, and will be a member of the Governing Body of the College.

The post holder reports to the Head of Department and acts as a team leader, setting clear task objectives, developing productive working relations and line-managing the other members of the team. The post holder contributes to their development through induction, appraisal, and coaching.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding research record in the broad area of Quantum Physics and will be expected to engage in research projects and mentorship of graduate students, to lead independent research project, and to lead on the teaching and administration of the MSc in Quantum Technology as MSc course director. As part of the department’s commitment to openness, inclusivity and transparency, we strongly encourage applications from all who consider they meet the requirements of the post, particularly including from candidates from groups who are underrepresented in academic posts at Oxford and/or in quantum technologies.

It is anticipated that the teaching and course director elements of this role will require around 50% FTE effort, averaged across the academic year, as part of this full-time position (with the rest of the time for remaining academic duties).

About you

The post holder will hold a relevant Ph.D/D.Phil with significant post-qualification research experience, possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies, and be a recognised international authority within the specialism. The post holder will also have experience of managing research projects and staff, provide evidence of an established international publication record and the ability to strategically lead the delivery and further development of an interdisciplinary masters course in the area of quantum technologies.

Application Process

For further details about the role, please see the job description. You will be required to upload a supporting document, along with a CV, publication list, research statement and teaching statement and the details of three referees as part of your online application.

You should arrange for your referees to send their letters by the closing date to alpadmin@physics.ox.ac.uk. Please ask them to put as Subject: ‘Vacancy ID: Applicant’s name, Referee’s initials’ and provide the reference in pdf format with filename <applicant’s name referee’s initials.pdf>.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 11 May 2026. Interviews are expected to be held in early June 2026.

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