Paul Scherrer Institut
Research
Working@PSI means turning smart ideas into practical applications. In an international work environment, we research sustainable solutions for the most pressing questions in society, economy, and science. Our location in the heart of Aargau hosts leading research areas, and we invite passionate professionals to join us with their diverse skills and perspectives to drive our work in revolutionary directions.
Career starters
Apprentices, "tasters", interns
Ready for take-off
Recent graduates, young professionals
Masters in their field
Experienced and senior professionals
New horizons
Re-entering the job market or changing careers
Career starters
Apprentices, "tasters", interns
Our Employees
Our employees are the driving force behind future innovations. The PSI employs 2,200 people, about a quarter of whom are trainees, doctoral students, or postdocs playing a crucial role in our pursuit of excellence. Additionally, the iLab student laboratory offers students early insights into the world of science, fostering their interest in research.
Creating Knowledge - Today for Tomorrow
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. Our research focuses on four key areas: future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, and fundamental science. The PSI develops, constructs, and operates complex large-scale research facilities. Each year, more than 2,500 scientists from around the world come to the PSI to conduct experiments that are not possible elsewhere.
Equal Opportunity and Diversity
At PSI, we embrace diversity and see it as a value. Our campus is home to people with diverse backgrounds and skills, all working together with mutual respect. As a federally affiliated institution, we take our social responsibility seriously and are committed to exemplary conduct in terms of equal opportunity and inclusion. We are proud to be awarded the Friendly Work Space label. To uphold this standard, we invest in a respectful work culture free from stereotypes and prejudice. Our support programs for professional development, work-life balance, and targeted measures to promote women and people with disabilities demonstrate our genuine commitment to an inclusive work environment.
At PSI, highly motivated and inquisitive employees work on the most exciting questions in science and technology.
PSI is proud to be awarded the Friendly Work Space label, as we actively commit to Swiss standards for workplace health management (BGM) and continuously implement measures to promote the health and well-being of our employees.
Proton Therapy
Over 10,000 cancer radiation treatments have already been conducted at the Proton Therapy Center.
Visiting scientists
Around 2'400 researchers from all over the world visit us every year.
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Childcare at PSI
The Kiwi Daycare Center offers children aged three months to school entry age spaces for play, freedom, and growth right next to the PSI campus. Our full-day care from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm (including lunch) creates a warm and nurturing environment where children and parents can feel completely at home at PSI. Each child is individually and age-appropriately cared for to optimize their social skills and independence.
Training Opportunities at PSI
The PSI Education Center, as part of the lead campus, offers high-quality training and further education in areas such as radiation protection for medicine, civil protection, transportation, and nuclear facilities, as well as interdisciplinary courses. Employees benefit from a unique learning environment at the forefront of research in future technologies, energy, climate, and health innovation.
Your Apprenticeship at Paul Scherrer Institute
The vocational training at the Paul Scherrer Institute educates over 100 apprentices in 17 future-oriented professions in a unique high-tech environment, where you work on real projects and gain valuable practical experience. Our high quality standard is reflected in the excellent achievements of our apprentices. Your dedication could also soon lay the groundwork for our future. Are you ready to embark on your journey into the future with us?
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