We invite applications for a PhD position in the field of quantum computing, to be advised by Dominik Hangleiter and co-advised by Renato Renner. In our group in Zurich, you will find a welcoming, open, and highly interactive research environment. Our work is collaborative and interdisciplinary, and it is firmly embedded in the international quantum computing community.

• The topic of your PhD will be at the interface of theoretical computer science, quantum computing architectures, and the foundations of quantum computing with a focus depending on your interests
• If you want to read more about the kind of research questions and challenges that we investigate in our group, you can find more detailed information on our website at dhangleiter.eu 

• We strongly encourage you to submit an application if you have an academic background in computer science, mathematics, or theoretical physics
• You are highly motivated to pursue a PhD, and if you are enthusiastic about collaborating and working together with others

• Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive change in society
• You can expect numerous benefits, such as public transport season tickets and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ, childcare and attractive pension benefits

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents in a single merged pdf file in this order:

• your CV, including the contact details of one or two references (max 2 pages),
• a statement explaining how you came to be interested in the theory of quantum computing, a question you are particularly excited about, and why you want to pursue a PhD (max. 500 words),
• a transcript of records (Bachelor’s and Master’s),
• a sample of your own academic writing, for example, a thesis or essay.

We are starting to consider applications and contact your references on June 15, 2026, but applications can still be submitted until the job is filled. The starting date is flexible.

Further information about D-PHYS can be found on our Website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dominik Hangleiter, [email protected] (no applications).

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.