Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Engineer / Physicist
- 12 June 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for central questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff.
The Accelerator Feedbacks and Measurement Systems group develops and operates fast FPGA/SoC-based measurement and control systems at the various particle accelerators of PSI, using the latest multiprocessor system-on-chip (MPSoC) and radio frequency system-on-chip (RFSoC) technology. For our demanding tasks, we are looking for an
Your tasks
- Development of mixed-signal electronics, FPGA/MPSoC firmware, and real-time software for fast measurement and control systems at the PSI particle accelerators
- Development of high-level software applications and user interfaces for automated testing, calibration, and operation of the systems.
- Participation in the commissioning, operation, maintenance, and upgrades of existing and new systems
- Advanced measurements and performance studies of fast measurement and control systems at the PSI particle accelerators
Your profile
- You are an engineer or physicist (Master’s or PhD) with several years of experience in the development of fast mixed-signal electronics, FPGA firmware (VHDL/Verilog), and embedded software (in C/C++)
- Experience in RF technology, particle accelerator technology and theory, Python, as well as control systems (e.g. EPICS) is advantageous
- You look forward to working in an interdisciplinary technical/scientific team
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced culture of continuing education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
For technical enquiries, please contact Dr Boris Keil, Tel. +41 56 51 78.
We look forward to receiving your online application for the position of Engineer / Physicist (Index No. 8231-27565)
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Adrian Kirsch, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
