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Postdoctoral researcher
Université de Toulouse · Occitanie · no closing date given
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1 Check the conditions You are here
The job is open only to contract agents, not civil servants. A PhD in oceanography, fluid mechanics or a related field is required.
Category: Category A (executive)
Diploma: PhD in oceanography, fluid mechanics or a related field
Experience: Experience in numerical simulations (DNS, LES or ocean models) preferred
The profile they look for:
- PhD in oceanography, fluid mechanics or a related field
- Experience in numerical simulations (DNS, LES or ocean models)
- Knowledge of ocean modelling and stratified turbulence
- Scientific programming (Fortran, Python) and high performance computing
- Works independently, analyses well, and communicates science in English
2 Résumé and cover letter
A one- or two-page résumé and a short cover letter that takes up the duties of the offer with your examples. If you are a civil servant, you are often asked for your latest status decision (arrêté) and your latest annual review reports.
3 Apply
No deadline given: the offer can be withdrawn at any time, do not wait.
Apply by email following the instructions on the offer on Choisir le Service Public. A CV and a cover letter are required.
4 Interview and answer
If your application is shortlisted, the employer contacts you for an interview, often with two or three people. Prepare: why this job, your experience close to the duties, and your questions.
Good to know:
- Position vacant from 01/10/2026
- The contract is based at the LAERO offices in Toulouse
- English required for scientific communication
- The offer page says remote work is not possible
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