28 Oct 2026
Job Information
- Organisation/Company: University of Warsaw
- Department: QLAB - Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies
- Research Field: Physics » Quantum mechanics; Technology » Quantum technology
- Researcher Profile: Established Researcher (R3)
- Positions: Postdoc Positions
- Application Deadline: 18 Nov 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Warsaw)
- Country: Poland
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Hours Per Week: 40
- Offer Starting Date: 1 Dec 2026
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme
- Reference Number: QLAB/2026/G4/EXP/POSTDOC/02
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No
Offer Description
The Director of the MAB QLAB Centre, with the consent of the Rector of the University of Warsaw, announces a competition for the position of Doctor with Advanced Research and Development Experience (research employment group) in Group 4 Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence of the MAB QLAB Centre, financed under International Research Agendas (MAB), Measure 2.1 of the European Funds for a Modern Economy [contact details available in the full listing] Programme (FENG), project FENG.02.01-IP.05-B013/25, Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies – QLAB. The selected candidate will be offered an employment contract at the University of Warsaw for a research - technical position outside the group of academic teachers.
Title of programme/project: Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies – QLAB
Type of programme/project: International Research Agendas (MAB), Measure 2.1 of the European Funds for a Modern Economy [contact details available in the full listing] Programme (FENG)
Funding institution: Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) – Intermediate Body
Duration of the project: [contact details available in the full listing] – [contact details available in the full listing]
Head of the project / Group leader: Dr. hab. Magdalena Stobińska-Moretto, prof. UW (Principal Investigator) / Dr. Antonio Mandarino, Leader of Group 4
Description of the project: The MAB QLAB Centre has been established at the University of Warsaw as a joint undertaking with Sorbonne Université. The Centre develops scalable hybrid quantum-classical technologies in four pillars: (i) quantum-secure communication, (ii) quantum infrastructure and photonic information processing, (iii) quantum imaging and metrology, and (iv) quantum computation and artificial intelligence. Group 4 – Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence - develops hybrid quantum–classical algorithms and learning architectures spanning quantum simulation, quantum reservoir computing, and autonomous quantum agents for adaptive control and optimization. Its research combines quantum neural networks, physics-informed machine learning, and the theory of open quantum systems to investigate how quantum correlations and memory influence learning and computational performance, with systematic assessment of trainability, generalization, noise robustness, and computational resource scaling.
Position title: Doctor with Advanced Research and Development Experience – (research employment group, outside of the academic teachers group).
Organisational unit: Group 4 (Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence). Centre MAB QLAB, University of Warsaw
Employment group: Research
Position profile: R3
Academic discipline: Natural sciences - physical sciences (with elements of computer and information sciences)
Number of positions: 1
Form of employment and length of working time: Full-time contract up to 36 months in total, not exceeding the eligibility period of the project [contact details available in the full listing], with possible extension). Part-time contract available upon individual agreement.
Expected date of commencement of work: [contact details available in the full listing] – The exact start date will be agreed upon individually with the selected candidate.
Remuneration (gross): 16 500 – 17 500 PLN – In line with the budget of project FENG.02.01-IP.05-B013/25 and the salary table of MAB QLAB Centre. Detailed terms agreed at the offer stage; competitive within the FNP MAB programme.
Other working conditions: Workplace: MAB QLAB Centre, University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland. The position carries no teaching obligations. Start-up package available (travel, conferences, computational resources). Mobility opportunities with QLAB partners.
Basic responsibilities and obligations:
- Conducting research within Group 4 (Quantum Computing and Artificial Intelligence) of the MAB QLAB Centre under the scientific supervision of the Group leader.
- Timely achievement of the scientific milestones defined in the MAB QLAB research agenda.
- Define and develop new research directions at the interface of quantum computing and artificial intelligence, with particular emphasis on advanced hybrid quantum–classical architectures, quantum machine learning, neuromorphic computing, or generative quantum models. Formulate new theoretical frameworks that exploit quantum dynamics, entanglement, correlations, measurement, and feedback as computational resources for learning, inference, and adaptive control.
- Lead the development and theoretical assessment of quantum-AI algorithms for near-term and early fault-tolerant quantum processors, establishing rigorous criteria for trainability, expressivity, generalization, robustness, scalability, and resource efficiency. Identify and characterize regimes in which quantum resources can yield genuine computational or learning advantages over classical approaches and translate these insights into new algorithmic paradigms and benchmark problems for quantum-enhanced artificial intelligence.
- Preparing publications, conference presentations, and dataset/code releases according to the QLAB open-science policy.
- Active participation in QLAB seminars and joint activities with partner institutions.
- Mentoring of PhD students and master's students in the Group.
- Performing substantive reporting duties in accordance with FNP rules and FENG Programme requirements.
Where to apply
E-mail: [contact details available in the full listing]
Requirements
- Research Field: Physics » Quantum mechanics
- Education Level: PhD or equivalent
- Research Field: Technology » Quantum technology
- Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- PhD degree in physics, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in conducting research and development activities, including at a foreign research institution, with the 5-year period calculated from the year in which the doctoral degree was awarded.
- A strong background in at least one of the following is required: a) quantum information, b) quantum computing, statistical physics, c) many-body physics, d) machine learning, e) numerical physics or quantum algorithms.
- Experience in scientific programming and numerical modelling is expected.
- Familiarity with QNNs, variational algorithms, phase transitions, tensor networks, reinforcement learning, or noisy quantum devices will be an advantage.
- Fluency in spoken and written English (level B2 or higher).
- During the employment period, the employee shall not be employed under another full-time employment contract from any other entity. The total professional workload must not exceed 276 hours per month
Specific Requirements
A minimum of 5 years of experience in conducting research and development activities, with the 5-year period calculated from the year in which the doctoral degree was awarded.
Languages: ENGLISH
Level: Excellent
Research Field: Physics » Quantum mechanics
Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
Research Field: Technology » Quantum technology
Years of Research Experience: 4 - 10
Internal Application form(s) needed: job_experienced_postdoc_QLAB_G4_until_18_November.pdf (English, 489.84 KB - PDF)
Additional Information
Benefits
Remuneration (gross): 16 500 – 17 500 PLN – In line with the budget of project FENG.02.01-IP.05-B013/25 and the salary table of MAB QLAB Centre. Detailed terms agreed at the offer stage; competitive within the FNP MAB programme.
Start-up package available (travel, conferences, computational resources). Mobility opportunities with QLAB partners.
Eligibility criteria
- Scientific achievements and the relevance of their expertise to the QLAB Research Agenda – 30 %.
- Experience in research and development work – 20 %.
- Ability to contribute to the implementation of specific research tasks – 10 %.
- Experience in national or international research projects – 20 %
- Ability to cooperate in an interdisciplinary research environment – 10 %.
- Potential contribution to technology transfer, commercialisation or cooperation with industry, where applicable – 10 %
Recruitment criteria approved by the Director of MAB QLAB.
Selection process
Stages of the competition
- Stage I - formal evaluation of documents.
- Stage II - substantive evaluation of submitted documents by the Recruitment Committee.
- Stage III - interview with the shortlisted candidates (online or on-site).
- Stage IV - final scoring of candidates against the published criteria.
- Stage V - adjudication of the competition and publication of the result.
Anticipated date and method of notification: Up to 30 days after the application deadline. Candidates are informed individually by email. The result is also published on the UW BIP, on the QLAB website and on the website of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education.
Additional comments
Required documents
- Signed information clause on personal data processing (template attached).
- Signed candidate's declaration (template attached).
- Copy of doctoral diploma or document confirming the date the doctoral degree was awarded.
- Curriculum Vitae listing all research output (with up to three works highlighted), academic CV, mobility, awards, projects, three referees with affiliations and email addresses.
- Cover letter (max. 2 pages A4) describing motivation, research vision and how it fits Group 4 of QLAB.
- Copy of up to three most representative publications.
- Statement that the candidate satisfies the doctor with advanced research and development experience condition (please include this statement in the cover letter).
The Recruitment Panel acts under the supervision of the Director of MAB QLAB. The recruitment is conducted in accordance with: the FNP MAB rules (annexes to the funding agreement), the Statute of the University of Warsaw, the Doctoral School regulations and the European Charter for Researchers (HR Excellence in Research).
Method of submitting an application: Send an email titled QLAB EXPPOSTDOC G4/02 - <surname> to [contact details available in the full listing], attaching all required documents in PDF. Confirmation of receipt will be sent within 3 working days.
Contact for any questions: [contact details available in the full listing] - always quote the reference number QLAB/2026/G4/EXP/POSTDOC/02. Accessibility needs should be indicated in the candidate's cover letter.
Website for additional job details: https://www.uw.edu.pl/kategoria-praca/job-offers/
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies – QLAB
- Country: Poland
- State/Province: Masovian Voivodeship
- City: Warsaw
- Postal Code: 02-093
- Street: Pasteura 5
Contact
- State/Province: Masovian Voivodeship
- City: Warsaw
- Website: https://www.uw.edu.pl/
- Street: Pasteura 5
- Postal Code: 02-093
- E-Mail: [contact details available in the full listing]
- Phone: [contact details available in the full listing]
