Chemical Engineer (TE-VSC-SCC-2026-187-LD) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
Introduction
You will join a multidisciplinary team developing the next generation of high-performance superconducting radiofrequency (SRF) cavities.
In this role, after dedicated training in the team, you will develop and optimise advanced surface treatments essential to their performance, including chemical polishing, electrochemical polishing and electroplating.
- Introduction:
- You will join a multidisciplinary team developing the next generation of high-performance superconducting radiofrequency (SRF) cavities.
Application process
- Knowledge and application of thermodynamics and energetics.
- Knowledge and application of numerical modelling in fluid mechanics and/or heat transfer. Behavioural competencies:
- Working in Teams: contributing to promoting a positive atmosphere in the team through an optimistic and constructive attitude; addressing issues.
- Communicating Effectively: ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented.
- Demonstrating Accountability: working conscientiously and reliably; delivering on promises.
- We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 30.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST . Employment Conditions:
- Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years).
Company and context
- Working in the Interest of the Organization: actively promoting safety and encouraging others to do the same; respecting safety rules and procedures.
- Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind. Language skills:
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language. Eligibility and closing date:
- Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization.
- Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
- Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.
- Stand-by duty, when required by the needs of the Organization.
- Exposure to carcinogens, mutagens or agents toxic to reproduction.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job grade: 6-7 Job reference: TE-VSC-SCC-2026-187-LD
- Field of work: Chemical, Materials & Process Engineering
Additional details
- You will also contribute to the design, procurement, commissioning, and acceptance of a new surface treatment facility dedicated to SRF components.
- Master's Degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of metallurgy would be considered an asset. Technical competencies:
- Knowledge of metals and alloys: composition, structure, properties, heat treatments.
- Knowledge and application of numerical modelling in fluid mechanics and/or heat transfer. Behavioural competencies:
- Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language. Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 30.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST . Employment Conditions:
- Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position. Working Hours: 40 hours per week Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite This position involves: A valid driving licence.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job reference: TE-VSC-SCC-2026-187-LD
Notes and original content
- Experience:
- Knowledge of metallurgy would be considered an asset.
- Technical competencies:
- Knowledge and application of numerical modelling in fluid mechanics and/or heat transfer.
- Behavioural competencies:
- Language skills:
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.
- Eligibility and closing date:
- This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 30.09.2026 at 23:59 CEST .
- Employment Conditions:
Questions about this listing
What salary does CERN offer for this role?
CERN lists CHF 71'000 - 107'500 gross per year for this position in Genève. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does CERN offer?
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