At CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.
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Job description
Join CERN's IC Technology R&D team and contribute to the development of advanced electronics for future particle detectors.
We are seeking an engineer with expertise in system-level modelling and digital ASIC design to work at the interface between architecture-level simulation and hardware implementation. In this role, you will help develop and validate innovative electronic systems, bridging high-level design exploration with hands-on digital hardware development.
Your responsibilities
Develop and use simulation models to study and optimise electronic systems for future particle detectors.
Contribute to the design and implementation of digital integrated circuits based on system-level specifications.
Support the verification and validation of electronic designs through simulation and testing.
Collaborate with engineers, physicists and software developers on the development of advanced detector electronics.
Help improve the performance, efficiency and reliability of electronic systems.
Document designs, results and technical developments, and share knowledge within the team.
This role includes team supervision responsibilities.
Your profile
Knowledge of digital electronics and digital design gained through academic, research or personal projects.
Familiarity with hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog.
Understanding of system-level modelling, simulation and verification techniques.
Interest in integrated circuit design and advanced electronics for scientific applications.
Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and collaborative environments.
Skills
Good programming skills in C++ and familiarity with Python.
Knowledge of digital design concepts and hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog or SystemVerilog.
Familiarity with simulation, modelling and software development tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
Eligibility criteria
You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
You have a professional background in Electronics (or a related field) and have either:
a Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience;
or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.
You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
What we offer
A monthly net stipend of either 6,372 or 7,004 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.
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