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Open competitions for research scientists - on job profiles (CRCN)
Updated on 27 January 2026
Each year, INRAE organises open competitions to recruit research scientists on permanent positions. The recruitment campaign is generally aimed at researchers who have recently obtained their PhD. Candidates are recruited on the basis of their scientific competence which they will put to the service of INRAE's major research axes by responding to a research topic. Candidates must have published articles on the results of their PhD.
Would you like to take part in public research and participate in projects which are vital for society such as adapting to climate change, food security, human health and preserving natural resources? Then join our research teams by sending in your application to our open competitions for research scientists.
Schedule for the 2026 recruitment campaign
- Opening date for applications: January 27, 2026
- Deadline for applications: March 5, 2026
- Pre-selections (on scientific file): from April 13 to 30, 2026
- Final selections (interview): from June 1 to 14, 2026
- Starting date for appointments: from September 1, 2026
Before any application form, we invite you to read the candidates guide carefully.
Guide for applicants - CR2026 pdf - 1.41 MB-
Online application
ONLINE APPLICATION
Applications open until March 5, 2026 at 5pm (Paris time)
Would you please submit an online application where all the information concerning your job application is sent together in a single file on the e-competition interface. Thank you for your understanding.
In the event that you are unable to send in your application via the e-competition interface, please refer to the candidates guide for details on how to apply otherwise.