Quantum Hub Coordinator - #49035

The Department of Applied Physics and Science Education is a research-driven department housing high-quality educational programs, all featuring strong connections between research and education. Our research is clustered in three focal areas: Fluids, Bio and Soft Matter (FBSM); Plasmas and Beams (PB); and Nano, Quantum and Photonics (NQP). Our shared ambition is to equip the next generation of ‘engineers of the future’ with the knowledge and the skills they will need to impact science, innovation, and society, from regional to global scales.

Introduction

Join TU/e as Quantum Hub Coordinator and help shape the future of quantum technology in the Brainport region. You will connect researchers, industry, and public partners, organize events, and drive collaboration within a dynamic national ecosystem. This is your chance to help build a thriving at the forefront of innovation.

Job Description

Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) and the Center for Quantum Materials and Technology (QT/e) are looking for a Quantum Hub Coordinator to strengthen the QDNL Brainport Eindhoven ecosystem. This role is at the heart of one of the five regional innovation hubs of QDNL, which aims to accelerate the development of quantum technologies for applications such as quantum computing, quantum secure communication, and quantum sensing applications.

As Quantum Hub Coordinator, you will be facilitating a growing and active quantum community in the Brainport region in terms of project support, events participation and organisation, supporting the activities of the quantum hub, and facilitating in expanding the network of partners and in the increasing collaborations with industry. Operating from the Qubit building at our campus, you will work closely with TU/e colleagues, Brainport Development, BOM, and other partners to grow and energize the local ecosystem. Your responsibilities include coordinating hub activities, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring smooth operations.

You will collaborate with a dedicated Hub team of program managers, business developers, communication and project officers to deliver impact.

Key Responsibilities include:

Hub Coordination

• Manage systems for day-to-day operations of the Eindhoven Hub from the Qubit building, coordinating activities, managing the hub agenda, ensuring a welcoming, well-organized, and smoothly functioning environment for researchers, partners, and visitors.
• Liaise with QDNL’s national team and the other four quantum hubs in Amsterdam, Leiden, Delft and Twente.
• Support the other team members of QDNL Brainport Eindhoven (which focus on startup & business development and program management), national House of Quantum coordination, including preparation of meetings, coordinating stakeholders, developing supporting materials and project management tasks such as monitoring budgets and KPI’s, and assist in the reporting.
• Assist in connecting researchers to entrepreneurial opportunities and IP development activities, for example in facilitating introductions, supporting matchmaking, guiding them to the relevant support structures and setting up ways to automate these connections.

Community Building & Engagement

• Foster collaboration among researchers, students, startups, companies, and public partners in the Eindhoven quantum ecosystem.
• Organize, and promote events such as the Brainport Quantum Day, workshops, themed afternoons, networking sessions, and host international delegations, visitors and stakeholders.
• Strengthen the common identity and sense of community within the Eindhoven quantum ecosystem.
• Collaborate with communication teams at TU/e, Brainport Development, BOM, and other stakeholders to amplify visibility of relevant quantum technology developments coming from this hub.
• Content creation in collaboration with Hub colleagues, scientists and communication officers, and maintain active communication channels (weekly agenda of activities, website, social media).

Stakeholder Relations

• Act as the first point of contact for local and visiting stakeholders.
• Work with the Hub team on building and maintaining relationships with academic, industrial, and governmental partners.
• Represent the Hub in regional and national quantum initiatives.

Deliverables include:

• A visible and well-structured quantum community, with recurring events, active communication channels, recognizable formats, and a central website providing key information about the hub and its activities.
• An active and engaged community of researchers, startups, industry partners, and public stakeholders who regularly participate in hub activities.
• Demonstrable growth in participation and engagement across hub activities, events, and community initiatives over time.
• Assist the Hub team in quantifying these deliverables annually such that the Quantum Hub Coordinator can steer towards a solid demonstrable growth.

Job Requirements

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in community management, stakeholder engagement, and event coordination.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to work independently.
• Strong affinity with science, engineering, innovation, or ecosystem development (quantum experience is a plus).
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English.

If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum € 3.382 to maximum € 4.484 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 8 Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.

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About us

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

The Department of Applied Physics and Science Education is a research-driven department housing high-quality educational programs, all featuring strong connections between research and education. Our research is clustered in three focal areas: Fluids, Bio and Soft Matter (FBSM); Plasmas and Beams (PB); and Nano, Quantum and Photonics (NQP). Our shared ambition is to equip the next generation of ‘engineers of the future’ with the knowledge and the skills they will need to impact science, innovation, and society, from regional to global scales.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Servaas Kokkelmans (full professor at the Coherence and Quantum Technology group CQT, and scientific director of the Eindhoven Center for Quantum Materials and Technology QT/e), [email protected].

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact HR services, [email protected].

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Application

If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team ([email protected]) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.