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Rafal Wisniewski
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PhD in Quantum Control Theory for Quantum Algorithms Aalborg University in Denmark
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
3-year PhD stipend funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark through the QUANTA project.
Deadline
Nov 24, 2026
Country
Denmark
University
Aalborg University
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About this position
Research opportunity in quantum control and quantum algorithms at the Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University. The project sits within the Learning and Decisions Lab and is led by Professor Rafal Wisniewski, in an international environment with weekly meetings, close day-to-day supervision, and collaboration with senior researchers, PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and international partners.
The PhD is part of the QUANTA project, which studies how to view quantum programs as open dynamical systems rather than idealized sequences of perfect gates. The project develops control-theoretic methods for quantum computation by combining discrete-time models based on Kraus operators with continuous-time descriptions based on the controlled Lindblad master equation.
The student will work on two connected research directions. First, the project studies reach-avoidance for quantum systems: estimating the probability that a quantum process reaches desired states before entering forbidden states, and designing control strategies that steer the computation while respecting constraints. Second, these results are used to build quantum optimization methods, including formulations that begin with semidefinite programming and extend to bilinear and polynomial problems.
The work also focuses on how quantum circuits scale with problem size and includes testing algorithms on a real quantum computer. The PhD student will present results in international conferences and scientific journals, and the research will form the basis of the dissertation.
The department offers a large and active research setting, with substantial numbers of PhD students, strong international representation, and research infrastructure spanning communication, networks, control systems, AI, sound, cyber security, and robotics. The position is embedded in this broader environment while remaining centered on quantum control, stochastic systems, optimization, and feedback control of quantum hardware.
As part of the PhD programme, the student will also follow doctoral courses, contribute to teaching and student supervision, and undertake an external research stay abroad, preferably at a foreign research institution.
Funding details
3-year PhD stipend funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark through the QUANTA project.
What's required
Applicants must hold a Master's degree in control engineering, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, computer science or a related field. A solid mathematical background in linear algebra, dynamical systems, control theory, optimization or probability theory is expected, along with a genuine interest in quantum computing. Knowledge of quantum mechanics or quantum information is an advantage but not required. Programming experience, for example in Python, is also an advantage. Candidates should communicate well in English, both orally and in writing.
How to apply
Apply through Aalborg University’s recruitment system via the job advertisement on the university website. Include an application letter with reasons for applying and qualifications, a CV, diplomas for bachelor’s and master’s degrees including grades, and any other relevant documents.
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Research Interests
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