These frameworks build on the commercial SCADA platform SIMATIC WinCC Open Architecture (WinCC OA) from Siemens, which forms the backbone of more than 800 mission-critical control systems.

Starting in a few months, the LHC detectors will undergo major upgrades requiring new control systems and additional functionality in the JCOP Framework. In this context, you will contribute to the development and evolution of the JCOP Framework and support the implementation of detector control systems.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• You are a national of a CERN 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.