Young Doctor – Postdoc Position (Group 1 – Quantum-secure communication)

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 a Young Doctor (research employment group) in Group 1 - Quantum-secure communication of the MAB QLAB Centre, financed under International Research Agendas (MAB), Measure 2.1 of the European Funds for a Modern Economy 2021-2027 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 2021-2027 Programme (FENG)
Funding institution: Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) – Intermediate Body
Duration of the project: 01.01.2026 – 31.12.2029
Head of the project / Group leader: dr hab. Magdalena Stobińska-Moretto, prof. UW (Principal Investigator / Director of MAB QLAB Centre; Leader of Group 1)

Description of the project: The MAB QLAB Centre is 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 1 – Quantum-secure communication – works on security proofs for quantum communication protocols, hybrid solutions combining quantum and post-quantum cryptography, and research on quantum networks and their integration with critical infrastructure.

Position title: Young doctor (research employment group, outside of the academic teachers group).
Organisational unit: Group 1 (Quantum-secure communication), Centre MAB QLAB, University of Warsaw
Employment group: Research
Position profile: R2
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 (31.12.2029, with possible extension).
Expected date of commencement of work: 01.12.2026 – The exact start date will be agreed upon individually with the selected candidate.
Remuneration (gross): 12 500 – 13 500 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.

Where to apply

E-mail: qlab@uw.edu.pl

Requirements

• Research Field: Technology » Quantum technology — Education Level: PhD or equivalent
• Research Field: Physics » Quantum mechanics — Education Level: PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

1. PhD degree in physics, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline.
2. Up to 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.
3. Documented research experience in at least one of: quantum information theory, quantum cryptography, quantum communication/networks, post-quantum cryptography, photonic quantum technologies.
4. Strong publication record commensurate with career stage (peer-reviewed articles, conference papers).
5. Fluency in spoken and written English (level B2 or higher).
6. Programming skills (Python / MATLAB / Mathematica or equivalent) and ability to work with research-grade scientific software (LaTeX, version control, HPC).

Specific Requirements

1. Up to 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.
2. 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.
3. If hired, the University of Warsaw shall be the primary place of work and affiliation for the candidate.

• 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

Additional Information

Benefits

1. Full-time contract up to 36 months in total, not exceeding the eligibility period of the project (31.12.2029, with possible extension).
2. Start-up package available (travel, conferences, computational resources). Mobility opportunities with QLAB partners.
3. Remuneration (gross): 12 500 – 13 500 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.

Eligibility criteria

1. Scientific achievements and the relevance of their expertise to the QLAB Research Agenda – 30 %.
2. Experience in research and development work - 20%.
3. Ability to contribute to the implementation of specific research tasks – 10 %.
4. Experience in national or international research projects – 20 %
5. Ability to cooperate in an interdisciplinary research environment – 10 %.
6. Potential contribution to technology transfer, commercialisation or cooperation with industry, where applicable – 10 %.

Recruitment criteria approved by the Director of MAB QLAB.

Selection process

Method of submitting an application:

Send an email titled "QLAB YOUNG POSTDOC G1/02 - <surname>" to qlab@uw.edu.pl, attaching all required documents in PDF. Confirmation of receipt will be sent within 3 working days.

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 1 of QLAB.
• Copy of up to three most representative publications.
• Statement that the candidate satisfies the young doctor’s condition (please include this statement in the cover letter).

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

Contact for any questions relating to the competition: qlab@uw.edu.pl - always quote the reference number QLAB/2026/G1/YOUNG/POSTDOC/02.
Accessibility needs should be indicated in the candidate's cover letter under "Other relevant information".

Other information: The Recruitment Committee acts under the supervision of the Director of MAB QLAB. The competition is conducted in accordance with the FNP MAB funding agreement, the Statute and Regulations of the University of Warsaw, the European Charter for Researchers and Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (HR Excellence in Research).

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: qlab@uw.edu.pl
• Phone: 225532542