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