Research Fellowship (Applied Physics & Engineering)

Big Science Sweden; Genf; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is offering a Research Fellowship in Genf, Switzerland, focusing on post-doctoral research in applied physics and engineering at CERN. The fellowship involves significant contributions to the design and operation of large-scale experiments, engaging in cutting-edge experimental projects.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or be close to obtaining one and will have a maximum of three years of research experience post-PhD. French or English proficiency is required to thrive in CERN's international environment.

Qualifications

• PhD or imminent completion within six months.
• No more than 3 years of post-PhD research experience.
• Good knowledge of English or French.

Responsibilities

• Conduct post-doctoral research in applied physics and engineering.
• Contribute to design and development of physics experiments.
• Work on advanced experimental projects in a collaborative environment.

Education

PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field

Job description

Research Fellowship (Applied Physics & Engineering)

Datum: 8 mars, 2026 Tid: 11:59

Placering: CERN

Mer information

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.

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.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• By the application deadline, you have a PhD (or will obtain it within six months), and no more than 3 years’ research experience after completion of your PhD degree. Candidates with experience up to 6 years may exceptionally be considered.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• You have a good knowledge of English or French.
• Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
• Please ensure that your application is submitted under the field of work indicated in the position title, as Experimental Physics, Applied Science and Engineering and Theoretical Physics are separate recruitment processes. All open positions within the programme are available on theResearch Fellowship Programme page.