Applications are currently being accepting applications for its CERN Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About CERN Research Fellowship
The CERN Research Fellowship offers a fully funded postdoctoral opportunity in applied physics and engineering at CERN in Switzerland. This fellowship allows you to carry out cutting-edge research within CERN’s Experimental Physics Department, contributing to the design, development, and operation of large-scale physics experiments.
- Sponsor Organisation: CERN
Benefits of CERN Research Fellowship
- A monthly net stipend between 7004-7425 Swiss Francs per month depending on your degree.
- 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
- Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
- A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
- Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
- On-the-job and formal training including language classes.
CERN Research Fellowship Requirements
- You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. A few exceptions are possible annually.
- By the application deadline, you have a PhD (or will obtain it within six months), and no more than 3 years’ research experience after completion of your PhD degree. Candidates with experience up to 6 years may exceptionally be considered.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- You have a good knowledge of English or French.
- Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
- Please ensure that your application is submitted under the field of work indicated in the position title, as Experimental Physics, Applied Science and Engineering and Theoretical Physics are separate recruitment processes.
Application Date and Process
- Prepare your CV (English or French).
- Obtain a copy of your most relevant university diploma or a certificate of achievement from your university.
- Arrange for three recent letters of recommendation (not older than one year at the application deadline) outlining your academic and/or professional achievements. After submitting your application, you will receive a submission link to forward to your referees; letters must be uploaded confidentially before the closing date.
- Gather any other document you consider relevant to your application.
- Submit your application online via the provided application link.
Application Deadline
31 October, 2026
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