CERN Scientific Associateship in Experimental Physics

Job Posting Organization:
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is one of the world's largest and most respected centres for scientific research. Established in 1954, CERN has a mission to uncover the fundamental structure of the universe by studying the smallest known particles. With over 2,500 employees and a diverse international community of scientists and engineers, CERN operates in multiple countries and collaborates with institutions worldwide. It is renowned for its cutting-edge research facilities, including the Large Hadron Collider, and plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge in the fields of particle physics and related disciplines.

Job Overview:
The CERN Scientific Associateship in Experimental Physics is a prestigious position aimed at established scientists who have a proven track record in their field. The role involves active participation in CERN’s scientific programmes, leveraging the organization’s state-of-the-art research facilities to contribute to experimental physics and related areas such as applied physics, electronics, computing, and engineering. The successful candidate will engage with CERN's scientific teams, bringing their expertise to collaborative projects and contributing to large-scale international scientific activities. This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about advancing scientific knowledge and are eager to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary responsibilities of the CERN Scientific Associate include conducting scientific activities utilizing CERN’s advanced research facilities. The associate will contribute to various experimental physics programmes and related applied activities, engaging with CERN's scientific teams and programmes relevant to their expertise. The role requires the individual to bring their experience and knowledge to the scientific work and collaborations at CERN, ensuring effective contributions to complex research programmes. Additionally, the associate will be expected to communicate findings and collaborate with other scientists, fostering a productive research environment.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be established and experienced scientists with a robust academic and professional background. They should have a strong involvement in scientific research or advanced technical activities within their field. A prior professional relationship with CERN is essential, as is a demonstrated interest in contributing to large-scale international scientific initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong scientific or technical expertise relevant to their domain and the ability to work effectively in complex research settings.

Educational Background:
A PhD or equivalent degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required for this position. Candidates should have a solid foundation in experimental physics or related fields, supported by a strong publication record and contributions to scientific knowledge.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have significant experience in scientific research, ideally with a focus on experimental physics. Previous involvement in international collaborations and large-scale scientific projects is highly desirable, as is experience in utilizing advanced research facilities.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in French is considered an asset. Candidates should be able to communicate clearly and professionally in a scientific context, facilitating effective collaboration within the international research community.

Additional Notes:
The application deadline for this position is set for 01/09/2026 at 23:59 (Geneva Time), with an ideal start date of 01/02/202

• The contract duration is up to 12 months, and the position requires full onsite presence with a weekly working schedule of 40 hours. This role is classified under job reference AGC-2026-2/SASS-EP.