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A guide for international scientists to facilitate their arrival and stay at INRAE

Each year, INRAE hosts a large number of scientists from all over the world. An online guide for international scientists is now available to facilitate their arrival and stay at INRAE.

Updated on 23 April 2024

This bilingual guide is intended specifically for international scientists who wish to join INRAE or who have recently joined the Institute.

It helps them find out all about INRAE and its employment, research and internship opportunities. It contains all the practical information they will need during their time in France, including how to get around, find housing, obtain health care, apply for visas and take out insurance.

Consult the guide for international scientists

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Paid leave and working hours

This section provides information on the number of days of paid leave you can take as well as work cycle options.

02 January 2020

A quality workplace

When you join INRAE, you will benefit from excellent working conditions thanks to the Institute’s outstanding premises and facilities and its cutting-edge technological equipment.

02 January 2020

HR Excellence in research

As one of the leading agricultural research organisations in Europe, INRAE counts the construction of the European Research Area and improving its attractiveness to young researchers among its top priorities. INRAE was the first French research organisation to receive the “HR Excellence in Research” label awarded by the European Commission.

02 January 2020