The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation and fundamentals of nature. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2300 people.

For the Particle Physics Theory Group we are looking for a

Postdoctoral Fellow

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Your tasks

  • Perform research in theoretical particle physics, with emphasis on low-energy hadron physics
  • Maintenance of international scientific collaborations
  • Assistance with supervision of PhD students
  • Help with the organization of seminars, colloquia and summer schools

Your profile

  • PhD degree in theoretical particle physics
  • Expertise in low-energy hadron physics, non-perturbative effects and effective field theories

We offer

Our institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.

Your employment contract is limited to 2 years.

For further information, please contact Dr Peter Stoffer, phone +41 56 310 36 60.

Please submit your application online by 31 December 2024 (including list of publications and addresses of referees) for the position as a Postdoctoral Fellow (index no. 3201-00).

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Robin Schmid, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland