We are building an innovative team where interdisciplinary theoretical knowledge meets real-world implementation. Working at QLAB is a unique opportunity to advance your career in an international environment, in close collaboration with leading European academic institutions and industry partners. We place great emphasis on an open research culture, professional growth, and the free exchange of ideas. Whether your field is cryptography, photonic engineering, or precision metrology, you will find the space and tools here to tackle the most ambitious scientific challenges. Check our current openings and join our team!
Looking for a place to build your own research group from the ground up? The QLAB Center has opened an international competition for the position of Leader of Group 4 – Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence. It is a unique opportunity for an outstanding scientist: four years of funding, full scientific independence, and access to global technology partners.
Group 4 will develop hybrid quantum algorithms and innovative computing paradigms, including neuromorphic ones: algorithms based on discrete quantum transforms optimized for NISQ systems, reservoir computing, generative language models, and autonomous quantum agents, as well as methods for benchmarking and verifying quantum advantage. The expected outcomes are energy-efficient software and photonic processors.
What we offer
Who we are looking for
A candidate with a PhD (physics, computer science, mathematics, electronic engineering, or a related discipline), a significant scientific track record matching the group’s profile, experience in leading a research team or demonstrated leadership potential, and experience in carrying out research projects. Experience in commercializing research results and mentoring young scientists will be an asset. Very good command of English (min. B2) is required.
Important formal information
The competition is conducted by the QLAB International Scientific Committee, in accordance with the rules of the FNP International Research Agendas programme and the European Charter for Researchers (HR Excellence in Research).
The newly established Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies (QLAB) at the University of Warsaw is opening recruitment for fully funded PhD positions across three research groups.
We are seeking motivated early-stage researchers ready to work at the frontier of quantum technologies, photonics, secure communication, imaging, metrology, and hybrid quantum-classical systems.
Open PhD positions are available in the following groups:
Group 1 – Quantum-Secure Communication Research on quantum cryptography, post-quantum cryptography, security proofs for quantum communication protocols, and secure quantum networks. Details on EURAXESS.
Group 2 – Quantum Communication Infrastructure and Photonic Information Processing Research on photonic components, programmable quantum systems, experimental platforms, and infrastructure for quantum information processing. Details on EURAXESS.
Group 3 – Quantum Imaging and Metrology Research on multimode photonic platforms, quantum optics, imaging beyond classical limits, microscopy, detection, and precision measurement. Details on EURAXESS.
Fully funded PhD positions at the University of Warsaw.
Competitive salaries.
An international research environment and collaboration with leading European partners (Sorbonne University, ETH Zürich, University of Vienna).
Industry collaborations in cybersecurity and quantum technologies.
Professional development opportunities within a team based on a culture of collaboration.
Location: Warsaw, Poland—a rapidly growing, affordable European capital with a vibrant scientific community.
Candidates with a strong foundation and background in physics, quantum technologies, optics, photonics, mathematics, computer science, electronic engineering, cryptography, or related fields. Curiosity, independence, teamwork, and high motivation to solve ambitious scientific problems are essential to us.
Please read the full announcements carefully. The recruitment process is strictly linked to the requirement of enrolling in the Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences at the University of Warsaw.
Application deadline: June 8, 2026, 23:59 UTC.
Applications and inquiries: qlab@uw.edu.pl
Please check the individual announcements for specific formal requirements and full instructions regarding the application process. If you know a talented MSc graduate or researcher interested in quantum technologies, please share this announcement!
World-class science needs excellent organization. We are looking for someone who will keep QLAB running smoothly from the inside: creative, well-organized, communicative, and at ease with modern work tools. If you know how a university works and like things buttoned up, this position is for you.
Your responsibilities
Our requirements
A university degree (any field – attitude and skills matter most), familiarity with the realities of university administration and the ability to draft official correspondence in Polish, good work organization, proficiency with Microsoft Office / Google Workspace, very good spoken and written English, interest in new technologies, independence and discretion. Experience at a university or research institution will be an asset.
What we offer
A full-time employment contract (base salary plus a “thirteenth salary” annual bonus), work in an international scientific environment, real influence on building a new research center, access to modern tools, and opportunities for training and conference participation. Location: Warsaw (on-site, with occasional remote work possible).
How to apply
Applications (CV, a short cover letter, and the completed recruitment task described in the announcement) are accepted until August 2, 2026, via the Pracuj.pl portal: full announcement and application form (in Polish)
