CERN Jobs and Internships

Business Analyst (FAP-BC-DZN-2023-97-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is hiring a Business Analyst to join their Business Computing Group. The role involves coordinating the use and evolution of their Enterprise Modelling Tool (EMT), developing templates and guidelines, and providing support to EMT users. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of business modelling concepts and excellent communication skills.  read more

HR Legal Adviser (HR-DHO-LA-2023-115-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a HR Legal Adviser to drive a major revision of the organization's internal legislation. The role involves drafting and revising legislation, providing legal advice to HR services, and performing legal research. Candidates should have knowledge of international administrative law and excellent drafting and communication skills. Fluency in English and French is required.  read more

Integrated Circuits Design Engineer (EP-ESE-ME-2023-69-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking an Integrated Circuits Design Engineer to join their Experimental-Physics Department research program. The role involves conducting research and development on integrated circuits for high-speed data transmission in particle-physics detectors. The ideal candidate should have expertise in CMOS integrated circuits design, simulation, and layout, and experience with a full-custom design flow and methodology.  read more

Financial Assistant (TE-RAS-GLO-2023-119-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking a self-motivated Financial Assistant with strong organizational and analytical skills. The role involves budget management, financial accounting and reporting, performance planning and monitoring. The Financial Assistant will work in a multicultural environment and will have numerous interactions with group leaders and business stakeholders.  read more

CMS Tracker Detector physicist (EP-CMX-DA-2023-135-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking a highly motivated applied physicist with experience in high-energy physics experiments to join their CMS Experiment Systems Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, commissioning, and operation of advanced particle detectors for the CMS experiment at the LHC.  read more

Ukrainian Remote Student Program

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract Remote Job

CERN is offering a remote student program for Ukrainian nationals. The role involves working on a technical project in an experimental physics or engineering team for up to 13 weeks. The project can be completed remotely in Ukraine.  read more

Energy Engineer (Electricity Contract Technical Responsible) (ATS-DO-2023-134-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking an experienced Energy Engineer to manage their main electricity supply contract and contribute to the management of their Energy Management System. The role requires a Master's degree or equivalent experience in electrical engineering, and experience in technically managing electricity supply contracts and energy management.  read more

Radiation Protection Physicist/Engineer (HSE-RP-AS-2023-117-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a Radiation Protection Physicist/Engineer to join their team. The role involves performing extensive simulations, optimizing the facility design, and ensuring the safety of personnel, public, and environment. The candidate should have a background in Physics or Nuclear Engineering and experience with Monte Carlo simulation codes for radiation transport.  read more

Short Term Internship 2024

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Internship

CERN is offering a short-term internship for undergraduate students in technical or administrative fields. The internship duration is between 1 to 6 months, and students will receive a monthly allowance.  read more

Applied Physicist (Beam physics) (BE-ABP-LNO-2023-51-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking an Applied Physicist or Engineer to join their team. The role involves working on the Engineering to Alignment project, developing and improving interfaces for beam optics models and interfaces, and enhancing beam dynamic software. The candidate should have a professional background in Physique and experience in software development.  read more

Supply Chain Specialist (SCE-SSC-SC-2023-118-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join their Services and Supply Chain group. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to apply their skills and contribute to the organization's ambitious scientific program.  read more

Theoretical Physicist (Quantum Technology) (TH-SP-2023-131-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking a Theoretical Physicist for a Limited Duration research staff position in the context of CERN’s Quantum Technology Initiative. The role involves theoretical research in particle physics and quantum technology, with the candidate expected to make significant contributions to the work of the Organization.  read more

Applied Physicist for High-Luminosity LHC (BE-ABP-NDC-2023-83-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking an Applied Physicist to work on the High-Luminosity Large Hadron Collider (HL-LHC). The role involves studying and optimising the collimation performance for HL-LHC, testing concepts for future collimation, and requires a sound knowledge of accelerator physics and beam dynamics.  read more

Controls Engineer (BE-CSS-CSA-2023-61-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a Controls Engineer with expertise in Java software development. The successful candidate will join the Configuration, Settings & Automation team and contribute to the re-engineering of critical software used to develop and evolve industrial controls applications.  read more

Development Engineer for High-Precision Survey Measurement Software

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a Development Engineer for their Geodetic Metrology group. The role involves the unification and consolidation of software, planning and implementing major improvements, and working closely with surveying teams. Candidates should have proven experience in object-oriented programming, specifically in C# and related NET framework, and excellent organizational and time management skills.  read more

Applied Physicist for LHC fixed target (BE-ABP-NDC-2023-56-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is looking for an Applied Physicist to join their Beams department and Accelerator and Beam Physics Group. The successful candidate will work on operational scenarios for the IR3 double crystal fixed-target studies.  read more

Applied Physicist for Muon Collider models (BE-ABP-LAF-2023-55-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is looking for an Applied Physicist to work on the muon collider project. The role involves the beam dynamics design of the final cooling and developing an integrated high-level model of the collider performance. The candidate should have a sound knowledge of Accelerator physics and beam dynamics, experience in programming, and be fluent in English. French language skills would be an advantage.  read more

Applied Physicist for the Muon Collider Ring (BE-ABP-LAF-2023-54-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking an Applied Physicist for the Muon Collider Ring. The role involves working on beam dynamics studies, assessing non-linear effects, and optimising the lattice design. The candidate must have a background in Physics and sound knowledge in accelerator physics, beam dynamics and optics design.  read more

Applied Physicist for novel meson extraction (BE-ABP-INC-2023-52-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking an Applied Physicist to join their team and contribute to the ESSnuSB+ design study. The role involves designing a meson extraction system and requires experience in applied physics and particle tracking and simulation tools.  read more

Administrative Assistant (BE-CSS-2023-130-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking a tech-savvy, service-oriented administrative assistant with excellent organizational skills to join their Controls Software & Services group. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks, including front-office service, event organization, and personal assistance to the Group Leader.  read more

Java Software Engineer (TE-MPE-CB-2023-75-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a Java Software Engineer to join their team and work on the Beam Interlock System (BIS) of their accelerator chain. The role involves designing and developing software solutions, collecting and analysing requirements, and presenting solutions to users.  read more

Operator - Technical Infrastructure (BE-OP-TI-2023-129-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is hiring a Technical Infrastructure Operator to monitor and manage key technical systems, ensuring smooth operation of the facility and accelerators. The operator will work in the control room on a rotational schedule, conducting remote diagnostics and interventions. Experience in control room work or maintenance work is required.  read more

Mixed-signal IC Design Engineer (EP-ESE-ME-2023-113-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a Mixed-signal IC Design Engineer to join their team. The role involves designing, implementing, and verifying analog and mixed-signal low-power circuits. The ideal candidate will have experience in schematic entry, simulation, and layout of CMOS integrated circuits.  read more

Doctoral Student Programme

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is inviting doctoral students in Applied Physics, Engineering or Computing to join their program. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a variety of fields at the cutting edge of technology and contribute to world-famous experiments.  read more

Applied Physicist for Silicon Detector R&D (EP-LBD-2023-110-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking an Applied Physicist for Silicon Detector R&D. The role involves overseeing the procurement of silicon pixel sensors, characterising their performance, and contributing to the design of a future radiation hard sensor. The candidate must have experience in characterising silicon sensors and be fluent in English.  read more

Radiation Protection Physicist/Engineer (HSE-RP-AS-2023-117-GRAP)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time

CERN is seeking a Physicist/Engineer to work on a high-intensity facility, perform simulations, and optimize facility design. The candidate should have skills in Monte Carlo simulation codes, radiation protection concepts, and programming.  read more

Electrical Technician (EN-EL-CS-2023-125-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking an Electrical Technician to contribute to the continuous extension, consolidation, and maintenance of its cabling installations. The role involves various responsibilities, including participating in studies, drafting work files, organising cabling campaigns, and conducting performance tests. The ideal candidate should have a higher technical diploma or equivalent experience in the related field.  read more

Administrative Assistant (IR-DS-RH-2023-126-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking a rigorous Administrative Assistant with excellent communication skills in French for their Host State Relations section. The role involves providing administrative assistance, organizing meetings and events, drafting emails and presentations, and liaising with French and Swiss public administrations.  read more

Legal Adviser (DG-LS-2023-127-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking two additional Legal Advisers to provide legal support within its legal framework. The successful candidate will have professional experience as a lawyer in an intergovernmental organisation or practising commercial/contract law.  read more

Legal Adviser (DG-LS-2023-128-LD)

CERN Geneva, Switzerland Full Time Contract

CERN is seeking a Legal Adviser to join its Legal Service team. The successful candidate will provide legal advice on CERN's governance and international status, contribute to the drafting and implementation of internal legislation, and defend the organization in litigation matters. The role requires excellent French language skills and a very good command of English.  read more