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Scientific Associateship (Experimental Physics)

CERNGeneva, Switzerland
Category | Grade:ProfessionalDeadline:1 Sep 2026Job ID:SCIENTIFIC-ASSOCIATESHIP-EXPERIMENTAL-PHYSICSSynced on:4 Aug 2026
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Overview

CERN offers a Scientific Associateship in Experimental Physics in Geneva for an established scientist with an existing CERN relationship to use its research facilities, contribute to experimental and applied physics programmes, collaborate with scientific teams and bring senior expertise to international research.

Languages

Required: English or French for scientific communication

Minimum Experience

Not listed

Salary

CHF 6,683–9,465 / monthly

Responsibilities

  • Carry out scientific activities using CERN research facilities
  • Contribute to experimental-physics programmes and related applied activities
  • Engage with CERN scientific teams and programmes in the relevant field
  • Bring established expertise to scientific work and international collaborations
  • Support complex research programmes through advanced scientific or technical knowledge
  • Share knowledge and communicate professionally across the research environment

Requirements

  • Status as an established and experienced scientist with a strong academic and professional background
  • Active involvement in scientific research or advanced technical activity
  • An existing professional relationship with CERN
  • Continued employment by the home institute during the appointment
  • Age below CERN's retirement age by the application deadline

Skills

Experimental physicsScientific researchApplied physicsScientific collaborationTechnical analysisResearch communicationKnowledge exchangeInternational teamwork

Tools

CERN research facilities

Additional info

  • The hybrid associateship lasts up to 12 months and may be extendable to 24 months
  • The published net monthly subsistence allowance ranges from CHF 6,683 to CHF 9,465