What you’ll do
You will contribute to the Next Generation Triggers project, where CMS is exploring a Level-1 Data Scouting system for Phase-2 to enable physics analyses on all HL-LHC collisions using events reconstructed by the Level-1 Trigger. You will develop algorithms in software and/or firmware for data acquisition and real-time analysis, assess the achievable physics sensitivity and the associated system requirements, and demonstrate the feasibility of the approach through laboratory studies. The specific Cord algorithms and physics topics will be defined in close collaboration with your university supervisor.
Your responsibilities
* Learn from and assist experienced engineers, technicians and scientists in your field of study.
* Contribute to ongoing projects in areas such viimeksi instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition or radiation measurements.
* Take part in day‑to‑day technical activities under close supervisionמב
* Collaborate and exchange ideas within an international and multidisciplinary team.
Your profile
* You are currently studying in Applied Physics, Engineering Physics or a related field.
* You are required or encouraged by your university to complete a practical training period.
* You are eager to develop your skills through on‑the‑job learning. kurie materiaal
* You enjoy teamwork and learning from others in a collaborative setting.
Your skills klima
* A good understanding of applied physics fundamentals relevant to your studies.
* Curiosity, precision and a proactive attitude towards learning.
* Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.ribbon Schwein
Additional Information
This call is open to nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State and nationals of Non‑Member States from Institutes in the LHC experiments collaborations.
Application Deadline: 23/02/26 at 23:59 (Geneva time)
Employment Conditions
* Ideal Start Date: 01/05/2026
* Weekly Working Hours: 40
* Contract duration (in months): 4 to 12
* Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite
ாரம்Global Benefits
* A monthly allowance of 3452 Swiss Francs (tax free).
* 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
* Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive Health Insurance scheme (the contribution will be automatically deducted from your allowance).
* Family supplement to subsistence allowance, depending on your individual circumstances.
* Travel expenses to Geneva upon joining CERN, depending on your individual circumstances.
Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
* You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State.
* You have completed at least 18 months of your studies (3 semesters) in the respective field at the time of the selection. PhD students or holders are not eligible.
* You have a good knowledge of English or French.
* You remain enrolled as a full‑time student during your studentship.
You will need these documents to complete your application
* Your CV (English or French)
* Any document you consider relevant to your application
* An academic reference letter (optional)
* An academic transcript (optional)
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