Paul Hilaire is a quantum physicist specializing in the physical implementation of quantum error correction for quantum communication and fault-tolerant quantum computing. His recent work focuses on photonic quantum systems, where he has contributed to the development of fault-tolerant architectures leveraging photonic platforms. He earned his Ph.D. in experimental quantum optics at the Centre de Nanosciences et de Nanotechnologies (C2N), under the supervision of Loïc Lanco. Following his doctorate, he transitioned to theoretical research as a postdoctoral fellow at Virginia Tech, and later served as Lead Quantum Error Correction Scientist at Quandela (a photonic quantum computing start up). In 2025, he joined Télécom Paris as a junior professor within the QURIOSITY team.