Research Fellowship (Experimental Physics): Join CERN in Geneva, Switzerland as a Research Fellow in Experimental Physics. Contribute to groundbreaking research at the frontier of particle physics in a collaborative, international environment.
Designation
Research Fellow
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Experimental Physics |
| Location | Geneva, Switzerland |
| Contract Duration | 24 months (possibility to extend to 36 months) |
| Weekly Working Hours | 40 hours |
| Job Flexibility | Fully Onsite |
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State (few exceptions possible annually).
- PhD required by the application deadline (or to be obtained within six months).
- No more than 6 years of research experience post-PhD.
- Must have never held a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Proficient in English or French.
Job Description
As a Research Fellow, you will:
- Conduct research in experimental physics within a CERN research group.
- Contribute to CERN’s experimental physics programme using large-scale scientific instruments.
- Collaborate with physicists and engineers in studies of particle interactions.
- Develop and pursue your own research interests within the Fellowship framework.
How to Apply
Prepare the following documents for your application:
- CV (in English or French)
- Relevant diploma or certificate of achievement
- One-page statement of research interests (max 4,000 characters)
- Three recent letters of recommendation (not older than one year at the application deadline)
Submit your application through the CERN job portal. You’ll receive a submission link to forward to your referees for confidential uploading of letters.
Last Date to Apply
15/02/2026 at 23:59 (Geneva Time)
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