Doctoral Student Programme 2027-1

The Doctoral Student Programme at CERN invites a researcher to spend up to three years developing a PhD thesis within a setting where cutting‑edge science, technology and innovation intersect. As part of the European Organization for Nuclear Research, you will join a worldwide collective of specialists and benefit from close ties between the laboratory and your home university. Your everyday work will involve conducting original research in partnership with CERN and your academic institution, taking part in active projects that span applied physics, computing and engineering, and delivering written and oral reports that satisfy both academic and CERN milestones. Collaboration with a multicultural team of scientists, engineers and technicians will be a constant feature, offering daily opportunities to learn from leading experts. The position requires a study background in applied physics, engineering, computing or a closely related discipline, and you must already be enrolled in a doctoral programme that aligns with CERN’s research agenda. Eligibility is limited to nationals of a CERN Member or Associate Member State, and you need