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Power System Physicist/Engineer for the CMS HGCAL

Position:ProfessionalDeadline:7 Oct 2026 (22 days left)Job ID:EP-CMS-EC-2026-189-LDSynced on:8 Sep 2026 (7 days ago)
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Pay and conditions

Salary

CHF 9,236 per month

Source: CERN Careers.

Job Description

Develops and delivers specialized CERN detector work for Power System Physicist/Engineer for the CMS HGCAL, combining engineering analysis, integration, testing and commissioning in support of advanced particle-physics instrumentation. The role works with international technical teams to ensure reliable operation, verified performance and safe installation of critical systems for large-scale.

Key Details

Department

Experimental Physics

Position Details

Experience level

Mid

Arrangement

Onsite

Minimum education

Postgraduate degree

Contract duration

48 months

Language Requirements

Required

English

Preferred

French

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Follow procurement and acceptance testing of power supplies
  • Support commissioning during HGCAL assembly and testing
  • Evaluate power-system impact on detector performance
  • Oversee underground installation and integration

Role Requirements

  • Applied Physics degree or equivalent relevant experience
  • Spoken and written English
  • Nationality of a CERN Member or Associate Member State

Desired Criteria

  • Commitment to learn French

Skills

Tools and Technologies

Additional Information

  • Fully onsite work in Geneva
  • Work in radiation areas and underground installations may be required

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from CERN Careers, on 8 Sep 2026.