Non-Member State Postdoc Fellowship Programme (Theoretical Physics)

theory; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 77.126 - 81.758; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme

Membership of the CERN Pension Fund

2.5 days of paid leave per month

Zusammenfassung

CERN, located in Geneva, is offering a prestigious Non-Member State Postdoc Fellowship in Theoretical Physics. The fellowship lasts 24 months with a possible extension to 36 months and requires a PhD in theoretical physics.

Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of 6,911 to 7,326 Swiss francs, health scheme coverage, and paid leave. Applicants must submit a CV, research interests statement, and letters of recommendation by November 3rd, 2025.

Qualifikationen

• You have a PhD in theoretical physics (or defense date scheduled).
• No more than 6 years’ research experience after completion of PhD.

Aufgaben

• Apply for the Non-Member State Postdoc Fellowship Programme.
• Submit documents such as CV, research statement, and letters of recommendation.

Ausbildung

PhD in theoretical physics

Jobbeschreibung

Non-Member State Postdoc Fellowship Programme (Theoretical Physics)

• Full-time

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.ch

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization.

Welcome to the Non-Member State Postdoc Fellowship Programme (Theoretical Physics)

Two postdoctoral fellowships are awarded each year by the Non-Member State Fellowship Programme in Theoretical Physics. The Fellowship is granted for two years and can exceptionally be extended to a third year.

In order to qualify for one of these prestigious Fellowships you will need to meet the following requirements:

• You have a PhD in theoretical physics (or the defense date is already scheduled). In any event, you should have finished your PhD studies by the time you take up your appointment at CERN.
• You have no more than 6 years’ research experience after completion of your PhD degree.
• Please note that CERN Staff members are not eligible to apply for a Fellowship.

CERN would very much like to benefit from your expertise, commitment and passion. In return, CERN will provide you with:

• An employment contract for in principle 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months.
• A stipend ranging from 6,911 to 7,326 Swiss francs per month (net of tax).
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Depending on your individual circumstances: an installation grant, family, child and infant allowances as well as travel expenses to and from Geneva.
• 2.5 days of paid leave per month.

This is how you can apply:

You will need the following documents (in PDF format, as separate files) to complete your application:

• A CV.
• A statement of research interests highlighting your plans for the research fellowship.
• Three recent letters of recommendation (not older than a year at the time of the deadline for applications) giving an overview of your academic and/or professional achievements.
  • You will be provided with a link as soon as you have submitted your application to forward to your referees to upload their letters confidentially. Please note this must be done before the closing date. You can also upload these letters at the time of the application if you have them to hand.

Ready to take part? Then please submit your applicationby 3rd November 2025 at midnight (23:59 AM CEST).

Please make sure you have all the documents needed to hand as you start your application, as once it is submitted, you will not be able to upload any documents or edit your application further.

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