This call is designed to foster original and high-level disciplinary research across all scientific and artistic fields represented at Université Côte d'Azur. The objective of the call is to invite external researchers, lecturers and artists of a very high level for a relatively long duration (6 to 24 months). The successful chairs are expected to strengthen the research and creativity potential of our site and to significantly increase the reputation and visibility of Université Côte d'Azur, especially through the establishment of ambitious international collaborations. Additionally, the chairs are envisioned to prepare for potential future recruitment at Université Côte d'Azur.
Interested candidates should first get in touch with a research laboratory or a group member of Université Côte d’Azur ecosystem. Together, the candidate and the local host will come up with an original research program and submit the application through our dedicated platform Nuxéo.
- Funding and benefits
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The successful candidates will be offered an attractive net monthly salary between 3,500€ and 5,500€ (after deduction of social and employer contributions, but before income tax, if applicable) in addition to an operating expenses budget of 800 €/month.
Moreover, successful candidates are also eligible for a temporary furnished accommodation at the University Côte d’Azur Faculty Club, with the first month provided free of charge.
Finally, the Welcome Center provides information, assistance with paperwork, and personalized support both before and during the laureates' stay at Université Côte d’Azur.
- Selection
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Applications will be reviewed by a multidisciplinary committee consisting of internal and external experts.
Selection criteria are:
• Quality of the candidate's CV,
• Scientific and strategic interest of the project,
• Quality of the interactions planned with the host team and the clarity of the medium-term prospects arising from the collaboration,
• Candidates will select and highlight the elements of their CV that demonstrate their scientific excellence. Candidates must also undertake to reside on the Côte d'Azur during the collaboration period(s).
The deadline to apply is Monday, March 23, 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an oral interview together with their host at Université Côte d’Azur on May 29, 2026.
The start of the chair, that will be agreed on with the host, is no later than February 1, 2027.
- How to find a host
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In case you are unable to find a suitable host, we are here to help you!
Please fill in the following form and we will get back to you if we find a match.
- Application Submission and Contact
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Application documents must be combined in a single PDF file and submitted by the host on Nuxéo, the IdEx project management platform: IdEx Advanced Research Program 2026_EXTERNAL CALL
An application form must also be completed in parallel by the applicant, in coordination with the host: COMPLETION OF THE ONLINE FORM 2026_EXT
Questions and inquiries related to the program can be sent to:
idex.recherche@univ-cotedazur.fr
Timeline
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November 18, 2026: Launch of the call for applications
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March 23, 2026: Deadline for the submission of applications on Nuxéo
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May 29, 2026: Oral interviews with the preselected candidates
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Mid-June 2026: Announcement of results
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February 1, 2027: Deadline for taking up the position
