ATLAS Forward Detector DAQ Developments (EP-ATL-AM-2026-119-GRAP) — CERN
CHF 63'000 - 107'500
CERN · Geneva, GENEVA, Switzerland (GE)
- Location
- Geneva
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 9 days ago
SalaryCHF 63'000 - 107'500
Role overview
Are you a hands-on physicist with a strong interest in advanced detector technologies and software development?
Join CERN's Experimental Physics (EP) Department and contribute to the next generation of instrumentation for the ATLAS experiment at the High-Luminosity LHC.
You will work in close collaboration with international teams contributing to the LUminosity Cherenkov Integrating Detector (LUCID-3) and the High-Luminosity Zero Degree Calorimeter (HL-ZDC).
- Are you a hands-on physicist with a strong interest in advanced detector technologies and software development?
- Join CERN's Experimental Physics (EP) Department and contribute to the next generation of instrumentation for the ATLAS experiment at the High-Luminosity LHC.
- Your responsibilities
- Contribute to the the testing and validation of components for the ATLAS Forward Detector upgrade.
- Proven experience with data acquisition systems in high-energy physics experiments, including detector readout and integration.
- Familiarity with firmware (e.g.
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- Contribute to the the testing and validation of components for the ATLAS Forward Detector upgrade.
- Development and maintenance of software for data acquisition electronics.
- Design and support of online monitoring tools.
- Play an active role in laboratory-based activities at CERN, including the testing of individual electronics components and the validation of the full detector readout chain within the Forward Detectors laboratories.
Key requirements
- Proven experience with data acquisition systems in high-energy physics experiments, including detector readout and integration.
- Familiarity with firmware (e.g.
- FPGA-based systems) and hardware-software integration is highly desirable.
- Experience with online monitoring systems and real-time data quality assessment is an asset.
- Understanding of trigger systems (in particular Level-1) and detector control/operation concepts is advantageous.
- Practical experience in laboratory work, including testing and validation of electronics components and readout chains. Skills
- Strong programming skills in C++ and Python, with solid experience in UNIX/Linux environments.
- Experience with ROOT-based data handling, analysis, and visualisation.
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability and a proactive, "can-do" attitude, with willingness to contribute to detector operation and on-call activities.
- Rigorous and well-organised approach to work, with attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality results.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within an international, collaborative team environment.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility criteria:
Company and context
- At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology.
- Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields.
- Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
- Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe.
- We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose.
- Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
- If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive.
- Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe!
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- More information about us, here: careers.cern
Additional details
- This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of experimental particle physics, combining hardware, firmware and software development in a highly collaborative and international environment.
- Practical experience in laboratory work, including testing and validation of electronics components and readout chains.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Working hours: 40 hours per week Job flexibility: Fully Onsite Target start date: 01-October-2026 This position involves:
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job reference: EP-ATL-AM-2026-119-GRAP Field of work: Applied Physics Benchmark job: 200140
Notes and original content
- Your profile
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
- Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
- Working hours: 40 hours per week
- Job flexibility: Fully Onsite
- Target start date: 01-October-2026
- This position involves:
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.
- Job reference: EP-ATL-AM-2026-119-GRAP
