The n_TOF facility at CERN provides high-intensity, wide-energy neutron beams for high-precision studies in nuclear astrophysics and medical applications.
This position will focus on simulation studies with the aim of optimising the facilities performance. You will contribute to neutronics validation and benchmarking of the latest neutron data libraries. The work will include the redesign of a collimation system as well as the design of a dedicated neutron transmission measurement station.
You will also have the opportunity to gain experience in the operations experimental facilities as part of the local support team for n_TOF.
Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
- You are a national of aCERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani and Lithuanian nationals for positions with a 2026 start date, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
- By the application deadline, you have a master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of professional experience since graduation or a PhD with a maximum of 3 years of professional experience since graduation. You are not eligible with only a bachelor’s degree.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
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