Research Fellowship: Applied Physics and Engineering — CERN
NewCHF 60'500 - 91'500
CERN · Geneva, GE, Switzerland (GE)
- Location
- Geneva
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
SalaryCHF 60'500 - 91'500
Role overview
Job Overview
You will carry out post-doctoral research activities in the field of applied physics and engineering within CERN’s Experimental Physics (EP) Department.
You will contribute to the design, development, deployment and operation of physics experiments or experimental setups, with activities spanning detector technologies, material science, mechanical engineering, electronics and computing.
- Job Overview:
- You will carry out post-doctoral research activities in the field of applied physics and engineering within CERN’s Experimental Physics (EP) Department.
- A copy of your most relevant diploma or a certificate of achievement from your school (if you don't yet have your paper diploma)
Key requirements
- A copy of your most relevant diploma or a certificate of achievement from your school (if you don't yet have your paper diploma)
Application process
- You are applying to a fellowship programme rather than to a specific job; the information provided in your application will be used to identify suitable projects, which will be discussed and refined together with you if your profile is retained. Key Tasks:
- You conduct post-doctoral research activities in applied physics and engineering within CERN’s Experimental Physics (EP) Department.
- You contribute to the design, development, deployment and operation of physics experiments or experimental setups.
- You collaborate with physicists, engineers and technical experts on large-scale experimental projects involving advanced technologies.
- You contribute to the analysis, documentation and dissemination of results within the experimental collaborations. Candidate Profile:
- You have a strong background in applied physics, engineering or a closely related field.
- You have research experience in applied physics and engineering, ideally linked to the design, development or operation of experimental systems.
- You are interested in pursuing a career in research or academia and in taking an active role within a research project.
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!
- TAKE PART! More information about us, here
Additional details
- You will work on advanced experimental projects in a highly collaborative and international environment, contributing to large-scale research infrastructures and experimental programmes.
- You are applying to a fellowship programme rather than to a specific job; the information provided in your application will be used to identify suitable projects, which will be discussed and refined together with you if your profile is retained.
- You contribute to the analysis, documentation and dissemination of results within the experimental collaborations.
- You are motivated to contribute to large-scale experimental programmes in an international research environment.
- Contract duration: 24 month contract, with a possible extension up to 36 months. Weekly Working Hours: 40 Job flexibility: Fully Onsite Location: Geneva, Switzerland Job Reference: EP-2026-2/Cat2
- On-the-job and formal training including language classes. Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
- You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State . A few exceptions are possible annually.
- You will need these documents to complete your application Your CV (English or French) More information about us, here
Notes and original content
- Candidate Profile:
- Technical Skills:
- Contract duration: 24 month contract, with a possible extension up to 36 months.
- Weekly Working Hours: 40
- Job flexibility: Fully Onsite
- Location: Geneva, Switzerland
- Job Reference: EP-2026-2/Cat2
- Global Benefits
- On-the-job and formal training including language classes.
- Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
