Theoretical Physicist

Advances theoretical particle-physics research by developing ideas about fundamental constituents and forces that connect with CERN experiments. The role initiates scientific collaborations, contributes to committees and study groups, sustains links with the wider research community and supports scientific events and training.

• Conduct theoretical research on elementary particle physics and develop original scientific contributions
• Initiate and participate in activities across the Theoretical Physics Department
• Collaborate with experimental physicists so theoretical work informs CERN’s experimental programme
• Contribute to CERN committees and scientific study groups
• Maintain active relationships with the external theoretical-physics community
• Support CERN scientific training programmes and promote scientific events on site

• PhD or equivalent relevant experience in theoretical physics or a related field
• Demonstrated postdoctoral research resulting in publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Evidence of the ability to make significant contributions to CERN’s scientific work
• Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language
• Applicants who previously held a CERN Staff contract are not eligible

• Theoretical physics
• Particle Physics
• Particle Phenomenology
• Computational Physics
• Mathematical Physics
• Scientific Research
• Research Collaboration
• Scientific Publication

• Talent pool for future limited-duration research appointments based on organisational needs
• Limited-duration staff contracts are expected to run for 60 months
• The application requires a CV in English or French and may include other relevant documents
• The ideal start date will be determined for an eventual appointment