Scholar in Residence - Director, IBM HBCU Quantum Center

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• Health & Wellness:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness:
  Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks:
  Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

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Howard University invites applications for the position of Scholar in Residence (Director) of the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center. The University seeks a visionary internationally recognized scholar-leader to run one of the nation’s most important initiatives at the intersection of quantum information science, HBCU research excellence, workforce development, and broadening participation in emerging technologies.

The successful candidate will maintain an active, externally funded research program while providing strategic, administrative, and intellectual leadership for the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center. The Scholar in Residence (Director) will shape and execute bold research, education, and partnership vision that advances Howard University’s leadership in quantum science and engineering and strengthens the broader HBCU quantum ecosystem.

The Scholar in Residence (Director) will lead the Center’s next phase of growth by expanding research capacity, building sustainable funding streams, deepening IBM and external partnerships, developing student and faculty talent pipelines, and positioning the Center as a national and global model for inclusive excellence in quantum information science and engineering.

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY: NA

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Scholar in Residence (Director) at Howard University’s IBM-HBCU Quantum Center will support project execution and devote 40 hours per week to the Center.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advance the strategic growth, research excellence, workforce development, and long-term sustainability of the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center.
• Work full-time at Howard University, dedicating 40 hours per week to the Center.
• Lead and advance research and development activities aligned with the Center’s mission.
• Collaborate with the Center PI, staff, and stakeholders on daily operations; prepare technical and programmatic reports for sponsors and funding agencies; and develop high-impact research papers for journals and conferences.
• Develop research collaborations, seminars, workshops, and related academic initiatives.
• Support mentoring for students and postdoctoral researchers affiliated with the Center.
• Work closely with the designated Principal Investigator to support Center operations and develop, prepare, and submit proposals for external research funding and related sponsored initiatives.
• Teach approximately one to two CEA courses per semester, as needed.
• Lead initiatives that increase the number of HBCU students earning quantum-related credentials, participating in research experiences, and transitioning into graduate programs, national laboratories, and quantum technology careers.
• Expand the Center’s research impact through high-quality peer-reviewed publications, collaborative research programs, and competitive external funding from federal agencies, industry, foundations, and philanthropic…