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At Mines, We’re Engineering Solutions on Earth and Beyond
At Mines, we’re committed to working together to tackle tomorrow’s biggest challenges and translate science and engineering into technologies and innovations that improve our lives. We’re especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute – through their research teaching and service – to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
We are seeking leaders, talented researchers and engaged instructors for positions in these areas:
Leadership Positions
Tenure/Tenure Track
Teaching Faculty and Professors of Practice
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Colorado School of Mines, a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering and top 40 public school, is seeking the next generation of leaders. We are seeking applications for those with a passion for the Mines mission and experience to lead a team for a future-focused institution with unique history of producing distinctive, industry-ready graduates.
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The Colorado School of Mines, a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, is excited to announce three faculty positions in Quantum Science and Engineering. These hires, one each in the departments of Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Physics, will expand our research in quantum information science, support the launch of a new Bachelor of Science program in Quantum Systems Engineering, and strengthen our existing Master of Science in Quantum Engineering, one of the oldest in the nation. The candidate needs to apply separately to each position they feel qualified for.
- Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Computing, Deparment of Computer Science
- Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Quantum Devices, Department of Electrical Engineering
- Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Experimental Quantum Physics, Department of Physics
Additional faculty positions will be advertised here upon announcement.
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Why Colorado School of Mines?
Colorado School of Mines is a public R1 research university focused on applied science and engineering, producing the talent, knowledge and solutions to serve industry and benefit society – all to create a more prosperous future.
Our hometown is Golden, Colorado, nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, 15 miles west of Denver and 20 miles south of Boulder. Our location provides opportunities for significant collaboration with government labs and industry, as well as other universities. Not to mention we’re an hour away from 12+ ski resorts, home to 25 hiking trails, and based in a bustling town with Rocky Mountain charm.
Mines is home to approximately 6,300 undergraduate students and 1,800 graduate students all being taught by 300+ faculty. We’re a community of innovative leaders and resilient problem-solvers who revel in challenges and work together.
Top 40 Public Universities, U.S. News & World Report
“Every student will get to experience what it’s like to take an innovation from idea to reality, and we’ll have support for students, faculty, alumni and university partners to take their discoveries to market. We’ll be able to say that Mines produces the talent, knowledge, innovations and the products and companies that industry and society need for prosperity.”
-President Paul C. Johnson
About Mines?
Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have expanded over the past 150 years to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. While still a powerhouse in mining, petroleum and earth sciences, the university has become a world leader in advancing responsible stewardship of the Earth, discovering and synthesizing new materials and developing innovative ways of harnessing traditional and novel energy sources.
By the Numbers
- 8,247 enrollment (2025)
- 6,371 undergraduate
students
- 1,876 graduate students
- 18 intercollegiate varsity athletics teams
OUR HOMETOWN IS GOLDEN.
Five minutes from campus:
- Jam to live music events.
- Cheer on our Orediggers.
- Hike up Mt. Zion.
- Visit restaurants, festivals and more.