Field of Interest: Experimental & Theoretical Physics

CERN is home to a wide range of experiments. Scientists from institutes all over the world form experimental collaborations to carry out a diverse research programme, ensuring that CERN covers a wealth of topics in physics, from the Standard Model to supersymmetry and from exotic isotopes to cosmic rays.

Several collaborations run experiments using the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), the most powerful accelerator in the world. In addition, fixed-target experiments, antimatter experiments and experimental facilities make use of the LHC injector chain.

The QUEST Programme

Bring your expertise to our unique work and develop your knowledge and skills at pace. Join world-class subject matter experts on unique projects, in a Quest for greater knowledge and deeper understanding.

This specific Programme is dedicated to Experienced Projects Graduates W/M/NB, based on the following eligibility criteria:

• You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
• You have:
  • a Master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience;
  • or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.
    (Note that you are expected to have obtained your qualification by the time you take up your appointment at CERN.)
• You have never had a similar contract before at CERN;
• Applicants without University degrees are not eligible.

If you want to join us, see what is on offer below. (new positions are posted regularly)

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