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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.

Updated on 07 March 2025

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The "HR Excellence in Research" initiative is the cornerstone of INRAE's HR policy which undertakes to achieve all its actions as part of an ongoing improvement process. 

The European authorities ensure the continuation of the actions implemented by the Institute through regular reviews, and award renewal is dependent on this ongoing commitment to upholding this voluntary effort.

INRAE’s commitment to the continuing improvement of its human resources policy is highlighted through its HR objectives and their achievement. INRAE underlines the benefits of being an acknowledged institution:

- recognised labour rights,
- transparent recruitment process,
- frameworks facilitating training and mobility,
- actions in favour of a positive work-life balance,
- an open, innovative research environment.

> Learn more: INRAE's HR Excellence in Research website

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HR policy: an ongoing improvement process

The key issues of our HR action plan concern career support (including contract staff), managing motivation and quality of life at work, international attractiveness, managing work community diversity, and prevention of occupational risks.

02 January 2020

A good work-life balance

To favour a positive work-life balance (private, professional and community activities, etc.), INRAE can offer arrangements and services to facilitate the organisation of your work, support your family events and provide access to holidays and leisure and sports activities.

02 January 2020

A disability-friendly employer

INRAE has been committed to a voluntary approach for several years. The institute is actively involved in the inclusion of disabled people and is currently developing an overall policy on the issue in order to support employees throughout their careers (recruitment, job integration, and stability).

02 January 2020