Physics laboratory technician (CFC)

The job of physics laboratory technician covers almost all technical fields (mechanics, electronics, materials, testing, vacuum, etc.). Physics laboratory technicians are truly versatile technicians. Their work combines cutting-edge technology, manual work and many different techniques.

• It is a very demanding job and requires : 
  • very good grades in mathematics, French and physics (in Switzerland, in the “voie prégymnasiale” stream)
  • an interest in mechanics, materials and electronics
  • team spirit and the ability to work independently
  • Very precise and meticulous working methods
  • perseverance, curiosity and reliability
  • manual dexterity
  • a taste for science and technology

The training alternates between practical work (3-4 days/week) at CERN and theory (1-2 days/week) at the vocational school.
At the end of the training, a Swiss Federal Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (CFC) is obtained. It is also possible to obtain a Professional Maturity qualification during the apprenticeship (provided that the requisite conditions are met).

Further information about the profession of physics laboratory technician at www.orientation.ch
Vocational school (EPSIC) https://www.epsic.ch