Next Generation Trigger Project 2026 Doctoral Students

The Next Generation Trigger Project 2026 doctoral student program at CERN offers a fully funded research position for PhD students in physics, engineering, or related disciplines. Selected candidates conduct research inside CERN facilities in Geneva for 12 to 36 months, with the possibility of extending up to four years while remaining enrolled at their home university. The program provides a tax-free monthly stipend, health insurance, 30 days of paid leave per year, and relocation support, among other benefits.

Tax-free monthly stipend, health insurance, 30 days of paid leave per year (plus additional time during closure), potential family supplement, travel/relocation support, continued enrollment at home university

Candidates must hold citizenship of a CERN Member or Associate Member State, be currently enrolled in a doctoral program, have home university formal support for participation, work in physics, engineering, computing or related fields, and have proficiency in English or French.

Submit application through CERN's official recruitment portal with CV and supporting documents; ensure home university endorsement; no application fee