Director of Maryland Institute for Quantum Applications (MIQA)

SummaryOrganization's Summary Statement:

The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security (ARLIS), located at the University of

Maryland College Park, was established in 2018 under the sponsorship of the Office of the Under

Secretary of Defense for Intelligence and Security (OUSD). As a University-Affiliated Research Center

(UARC), ARLIS conducts foundational and applied research that supports the Department of Defense

and Intelligence Community. Our mission is to serve as a long-term strategic asset for national

security by advancing science and technology in areas critical to intelligence and defense operations.

The Director of the Maryland Institute for Quantum Applications (MIQA) at ARLIS will be responsible

for will leading this new research center and charting the strategic direction for quantum efforts at

ARLIS. This position requires a physical presence at the ARLIS facility in College Park, Maryland, at

least three days per week. The role reports directly to the ARLIS Executive Director

Core Areas of Responsibility:

· Quantum technology applications for national security - quantum sensing & metrology; quantum

computing and algorithms, and quantum networking

· Integration with national security missions – identifying and maturing quantum technologies to

support mission-driven applications across the defense and intelligence sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement the strategic vision and roadmap, to include business development strategies, for the ARLIS quantum research efforts within MIQA.

· Lead a growing group of approximately 20–30 interdisciplinary researchers on quantum technology research projects.

· Partner closely with ARLIS Chief Quantum Scientist to Manage the operational, strategic, and professional development needs of the institute.

· Serve as a Principal Investigator or co-Principal Investigator on high-impact, externally sponsored research programs in quantum technologies.

· Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with government sponsor needs and UARC objectives.

· Oversee recruitment, retention, mentorship, and evaluation of professional-track researchers. · Contribute to ARLIS’s enterprise-wide research and strategic planning efforts.

· Ensure compliance with ARLIS and University of Maryland research governance and administration processes.

Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance. If selected, you must meet the requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to a government security clearance investigation that includes criminal and credit history checks, as well as verification of U.S. citizenship, birth, education, employment, and military history.

Physical Demands:

This role requires routine work in an office environment. Incumbents must be able to operate standard office equipment, read and analyze complex documents, and attend meetings across campus. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds may be required.

Preferences:

· At least 5 years of supervisory experience

· Active TS/SCI clearance

· Familiarity with DoD or Intelligence Community research processes, including program lifecycle

management

· Demonstrated success leading interdisciplinary and cross-functional teams

· Experience in resource allocation, budgeting, and strategic planning within a technical research

environment

·Ability to translate complex quantum technologies to mission-level impact in national security

settings

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, Quantum Information Science, or a closely related field

OR

An advanced degree with significant research leadership experience in a quantum-related domain in academia, government, or industry

Experience:

Minimum of 10 years managing complex quantum or emerging technology research programs

A record of working closely with the federal government, with preference given to experience leading projects or organizations for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community organizations.

Record of accomplishment in scientific/technical leadership, including contributions to national programs, participation on technical oversight boards, or management of technical organizations

Record of accomplishment in scientific/technical research, including peer-reviewed publications, or patents

Demonstrated experience in workforce development, including hiring and mentoring technical professionals

Experience building and sustaining research partnerships across government, academic, or industry sectors

Additional Job Details

Required Application Materials: Cover letter, Resume, and list of references

Best Consideration Date: June 6, 2025

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled:Yes

Financial Disclosure Required

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DepartmentVPR-Applied Research Lab for Intelligence & Security

Worker Sub-Type Faculty Regular

Salary Range$250,000 - $300,000

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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