The Henri Poincaré early-career Researchers fellowship funded by the Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur and the Idex Université Côte d’Azur JEDI offers a two-year post-doctoral contract aimed at early-career researchers who have completed their doctorate (or PhD) and post-doctorate elsewhere than at the Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur and wish to develop their research program around the theme of Earth and Universe sciences independently. The scientific excellence of the candidate, the relevance of the proposed research program as well as its adequacy with the scientific scope of the establishment are key elements in the selection of candidates.
Before submitting his(her) application file, the candidate will identify a scientific referent at the Observatoire de la Côte d’Azur to accompany them during his(her) stay within the establishment. The referent is responsible for submitting the file, writing a letter of support for the candidate and his/her scientific program, receiving the letters of recommendation and obtain the approval of the unit director. Candidates must already have passed their thesis at the time they submit their application. More information on the fellowship webpage.