PhD position in Quantum Information Theory at Inria/Telecom Paris

Application deadline: 

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

Job type: 

We’re advertising a 3-year PhD position in the QURIOSITY Group of Inria Paris Saclay, based at Télécom Paris.

The successful candidate will work closely with Mirjam Weilenmann at the intersection of quantum foundations and quantum Information theory. A master’s degree in Mathematics, Physics or Computer science is required, expertise in quantum information, quantum technologies and/or convex optimisation is further desirable. The starting date should ideally be in Autumn 2025, but there is some flexibility.

The aim of the PhD project is to gain a better understanding of quantum advantages in multi-round protocols between several communicating agents, exploring entanglement, LOCC and related topics. The project will further discover foundational implications of these advantages.

Interested candidates are asked to send the following documents to mirjam<>weilenmann<>inria<>fr:

  • a cover letter,
  • a CV,
  • the contact details of two referees,
  • the master diploma including grades or the latest academic transcript,

We are starting to consider applications mid/late April, applications can be submitted until the job is filled.

If you have any questions regarding the position, the topic of the project, or the application procedure, don’t hesitate to contact me at mirjam<>weilenmann<>inria<>fr .