POSTDOCTORAL OPPORTUNITIES • FRANCE

INRAE Pear Biotechnology Postdoc 2026 in France

AI-generated conceptual illustration of pears and plant tissue culture — Illustrative image, not a photograph of INRAE facilities.

INRAE is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher in pear breeding technologies at IRHS, Beaucouzé, France. This is paid employment, not a degree scholarship.

Key details

Reference: OT-29232
Contract: two years; intended start November 1, 2026
Deadline: September 15, 2026; closing time not specified
Remuneration: €3,135–€3,726 depending on experience; the advert does not specify pay period or gross/net basis

Eligibility and research

A relevant plant-science PhD obtained within six years is required. Work involves pear genome editing, tissue culture, transformation and fire-blight resistance within SMARTER-FRUIT. Strong English is required; IELTS/TOEFL certificates, an application fee and nationality restrictions are not listed.

How to apply

Send a CV and motivation letter to emilie.vergne@inrae.fr. Check salary terms and immigration requirements directly with the employer.

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Application checklist

Make your research contributions easy to assess: identify your experimental role, methods mastered and resulting publications. Tailor the letter to the project instead of repeating your CV. Submit early rather than assuming a midnight deadline.

Last verified: September 7, 2026.