Applications are Open for the Research Fellowship in Theoretical Physics at CERN

Name of the Event: Research Fellowship

Place: Geneva, Switzerland

Last Date of Application: 3 November 2025

Link to Apply:

Apply HERE

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe.

The Research Fellowship Programme is aimed at PhD holders in the field of theoretical physics with up to 6 years’ experience after obtaining their PhD degree. Research Fellowships are intended for PhD graduates looking to work in a research group in the Theory Department.

Qualifications:

In order to qualify for a place on the programme, you will need to meet the following requirements-

• You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State. A limited number of positions are also available to candidates from Non-Member States who need to apply for the Non-Member State Postdoc Fellowship Programme (Theoretical Physics).

• You have a PhD in theoretical physics (or the defense date is already scheduled). In any event, you should have finished your PhD studies by the time you take up your appointment at CERN.

• You have no more than 6 years of research experience after completion of your PhD degree.

• Please note that CERN Staff members are not eligible to apply for a Fellowship.

Benefits:

• An employment contract for in principle of 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months.

• A stipend ranging from 6,911 to 7,326 Swiss francs per month (net of tax).

• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.

• Depending on your individual circumstances, an installation grant, family, child and infant allowances, as well as travel expenses to and from Geneva.

• 2.5 days of paid leave per month.

We are not the official organisers of the program. If you have any queries regarding it, kindly contact the organisers.