Join us at the Quantum Talents Symposium in Munich!

The Symposium is designed to bring together outstanding PhD students and early-career Postdocs from all over the world to present their groundbreaking research work in the field of quantum science and technology.

Our mission

We want o provide a platform for emerging researchers, facilitate knowledge sharing, inspire collaboration, and promote international career opportunities in quantum science. Special attention is given to increasing diversity in the field of quantum science, fostering a more inclusive and equitable environment that values the contributions of researchers from all backgrounds.

Applications are welcomed in topics which are aligned with MCQST's six research areas in quantum science and technology.

The Call for Applications is open until 1 July 2026.

Interested members of the quantum community, including MCQST, MQV and IMPRS, are invited to attend the Symposium!
Registration will open in September.

Eligibility

We invite applications from outstanding and driven early-career researchers who work in the field of quantum science and technology to be awarded special recognition as a symposium finalist. Specifically, we invite:

• PhD students in their 3rd year and above,
• Postdocs with up to two years of experience.

Find out more about the symposium and application information:

Organizers

The symposium is jointly organized by several organizations of the Munich quantum ecosystem:

• Munich Center for Quantum Science and Technology (MCQST)
• Munich Quantum Valley (MQV)
• The International Max Planck Research School for Quantum Science and Technology (IMPRS-QST)