Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering (Quantum Cyrogenics, Thermal Management for Quantum Systems, and Quantum Infrastructure)

University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison

Full-time

Madison, WI, USA

Posted on Nov 11, 2026

Job posting details:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Quantum Cryogenics, Thermal Management for Quantum Systems, and Quantum Infrastructure. We seek candidates with a vision to address the engineering challenges of cooling, operating, and scaling quantum systems and to strengthen, broaden and deepen related research in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. Interests include but are not limited to: sub-kelvin refrigeration and cryocoolers; low-temperature heat and mass transfer; thermal management of quantum devices and systems; cryogenic materials, components, and instrumentation; and the integration, reliability, and scaling of quantum infrastructure.

Application deadline:

rolling

Whom can job candidates contact with questions? (Name and email):

Lauren Biggs lbiggs@wisc.edu

University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity employer.