Research Fellowship (Experimental Physics)

Job Descriptionbr/br/pstrongWhat you'll do /strong /ppYou will join one of CERN’s experimental physics groups, if selected for this Research Fellowship, to develop and lead your own research programme at the frontier of particle physics. You will work in a highly collaborative and international environment, analysing data, contributing to detector design, construction and/or operations, and engaging in the design, execution and interpretation of physics data analyses. You will also be part of CERN’s vibrant scientific community through seminars, workshops, training activities and collaborative projects. /ppstrongYour key tasks /strong /pulliYou conduct research in experimental physics within a CERN research group of your choice. /liliYou contribute to CERN’s experimental physics programme using its large-scale scientific instruments. /liliYou collaborate with physicists and engineers on studies of particle interactions and related research activities. /liliYou develop and pursue your research interests within the framework of the Fellowship. /li /ulpstrongYour profile /strong /pulliYou hold a strong background in experimental particle physics or a closely related field. /liliYou have research experience aligned with the scientific activities carried out at CERN’s experimental facilities. /liliYou are motivated to join a research group and contribute to high-impact scientific work. /liliYou are eager to develop and pursue your own research interests within the Fellowship framework. /li /ulpstrongYour skills /strong /pulliYou have solid analytical and problem-solving skills in the context of experimental physics. /liliYou are able to work collaboratively within large, international scientific teams. /liliYou communicate effectively in a scientific environment, including presenting and discussing research results. /liliYou can work independently while contributing to shared research objectives and collaborative projects. /li /ulbrAdditional Informationbr/br/ulliApplication Deadline: 01/09/2026 at 23:59 (Geneva Time) /liliIdeal start date: 01/02/2027 /liliContract duration: Typically 24 months contract. A small number of outstanding candidates will be offered a 36 month fellowship /liliWeekly Working Hours: 40 /liliJob flexibility: Fully Onsite /liliLocation: Geneva, Switzerland /liliJob Reference: EP-2026-1/Cat1 /li /ul pstrongGlobal Benefits /strong /pulliA monthly stipend between Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree. /lili30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure. /liliCoverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. /liliFamily, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances. /liliA relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances. /liliPossibility to extend your contract up to 36 months. /liliOn-the-job and formal training including language classes. /li /ulpstrongBe sure to meet the eligibility criteria /strong /pulliBy the application deadline, you have a PhD (or will obtain it within six months), and no more than 6 years’ research experience after completion of your PhD degree. /liliYou have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. /liliPlease note that CERN Staff members are note eligible to apply for a Fellowship. /liliThis Vacancy Notice is for Experimental Physics. If instead your field is Applied Science and Engineering, orTheoretical Physics. please consult open positions within the programme available on the a Research Fellowship Programme page /a. /liliPlease pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above. /li /ulpstrongYou will need these documents to complete your application /strong /pulliYour CV (English or French) /liliA copy of your most relevant diploma or a certificate of achievement from your university (if you don't yet have your paper diploma) /liliA one-page statement of research interests highligthing your plans for the research fellowship (maximum 4,000 characters). /liliThree recent letters of recommendation (not older than one year at the application deadline) outlining your academic and/or professional achievements, indicating the professional relationship from the referee to you. After submitting your application, you will receive a submission link to forward to your referees; letters must be uploaded confidentially before the closing date (uploading letters yourself is possible but discouraged). /li /ulpstrongDiscover a world where the impossible is made possible! /strong /ppstrongMore information about us, a here /a /strong /p