Open competitions for research scientists - on job profiles (CRCN)

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.

Provisional schedule for the 2026 recruitment campaign

Subject to the publication of the opening decree in the Official Journal

- 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

Useful information to apply will be available on this web page when registrations open. If you would like to receive a notification by email on that day, feel free to create your job alert. We look forward to seeing you on INRAE Jobs!