Group Leader position in Quantum Computation & AI - QLAB

Quantum Flagship; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Funding to build your own researchteam

Direct collaboration with Google Polen

4-year initial funding

Support for technology transfer

Job summary

QLAB at the University of Warsaw seeks an exceptional researcher to lead the Research Group on Quantum Computation and Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will build and lead a team focused on hybrid quantum-classical algorithms, quantum neuromorphic computing, and algorithm optimization for NISQ systems, with external funding and industry collaboration.

The position offers a competitive salary, four-year initial funding, and opportunities to collaborate with Google Poland and

Qualifications

• PhD in physics, computer science, or related field with significant expertise in quantum computing and/or AI.
• Strong publication record in high-impact journals.
• Experience in leading research teams and securing external funding.
• Startup mindset and ability to work with industry partners.
• International research experience (e.g., postdoctoral fellowships abroad).

Responsibilities

• Lead a Research Group on Quantum Computation and Artificial Intelligence.
• Build and guide a team focused on hybrid quantum-classical algorithms and computational paradigms.
• Advance QNC and reservoir computing initiatives, and optimize algorithms for NISQ systems.
• Benchmark and validate quantum advantage.

Skills

Quantum computing

Artificial Intelligence

Leadership

Research management

International experience

Education

PhD in physics, computer science, or related field

Job description

Group Leader position in Quantum Computation & AI - QLAB

Center for Hybrid Quantum-Classical Information Technologies
GROUP LEADER POSITION
Quantum Computation and Artificial Intelligence

About QLAB

QLAB is a newly established research center at the University of Warsaw, funded by the Foundation for Polish Science (FNP) under the International Research Agenda (MAB) programme with European Funds for a Modern Economy (FENG). Our mission is to develop scalable hybrid quantum-classical technologies for secure communication, efficient computing, and ultra-sensitive measurement and imaging systems.

We collaborate with leading international scientific partners (Sorbonne University, ETH Zurich,University of Vienna) and industry partners (PCSS, Google Poland, Orange Poland, IQM) to bridgethe gap between cutting-edge research and real-world applications.

The Position

We are seeking an exceptional researcher to lead our Research Group on Quantum Computationand Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will build and lead a team focused on:

• Hybrid quantum-classical algorithms and innovative computational paradigms
• Quantum neuromorphic computing (QNC) and reservoir computing
• Algorithm optimization for NISQ systems
• Benchmarking and validation of quantum advantage

What We're Looking For

• PhD in physics, computer science, or related field with significant expertise in quantum computing and/or AI
• Strong publication record in high-impact journals
• Experience in leading research teams and securing external funding
• "Startup mindset" — passion for building commercializable technologies and working with industry partners
• International research experience (e.g., postdoctoral fellowships abroad)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Funding to build your own research team (PhD students, postdocs)
• Direct collaboration with Google Poland and PCSS supercomputing center
• 4-year initial funding with strong prospects for continuation
• Support for technology transfer and spin-off creation