Dominik Hangleiter

This PhD position at ETH Zürich offers an exciting opportunity to conduct research in quantum computing, under the supervision of Dr. Dominik Hangleiter and co-supervision of Professor Renato Renner. The group provides a welcoming, open, and highly interactive research environment, with strong connections to the international quantum computing community. The research focus will be at the interface of theoretical computer science, quantum computing architectures, and the foundations of quantum computing, with the exact topic tailored to the candidate’s interests and background. ETH Zürich is renowned for its excellence in science and technology, fostering independent thinking and a culture of diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. The university offers numerous benefits, including public transport season tickets, car sharing, sports facilities, childcare, and attractive pension plans. Applicants should have a background in computer science, mathematics, or physics, and be motivated to pursue collaborative research. The application requires a statement of interest, CV, transcripts, referee contact details, a brief explanation of a significant achievement, and a sample of academic writing. The position is expected to start before summer 2026, and applications will be considered from November 15, 2025, until the position is filled. For further information about the group’s research, candidates can visit dhangleiter.eu. ETH Zürich is committed to equality of opportunity and sustainability, providing an environment where all staff and students can thrive. For any questions, applicants are encouraged to contact Dr. Dominik Hangleiter directly.

ETH Zürich is advertising a PhD position in the theory of quantum computing with Dominik Hangleiter. The project sits at the interface of computer science, physics, mathematics, and philosophy of science , and focuses on foundational and theoretical questions in quantum computation. Research themes mentioned in the announcement include quantum advantage in random circuits, fault-tolerant compiling , quantum error-correcting codes , verification and certification of quantum computations, characterization of quantum devices, learning tasks, and the quantum sign problem. The post emphasizes both the theory of quantum computation and its connection to real quantum hardware. The announcer is Dominik Hangleiter , an academic at ETH Zürich in Zurich, Switzerland. He states that he has an opening for a PhD position and invites interested candidates to email him directly. No deadline, stipend amount, or formal funding details are specified in the post. Applicants should be interested in theoretical quantum computing and adjacent areas such as quantum complexity theory, quantum algorithms, quantum information, and quantum error correction. The announcement does not list detailed eligibility criteria, but the research profile suggests a strong theoretical background would be relevant. To apply, read the linked announcement page and contact the supervisor by email with your interest and background. The post is a direct PhD opening rather than a scholarship programme.