University 20 - University of Montpellier

Working at the University of Montpellier

The University of Montpellier has nearly 5,100 staff members, including approximately 3,000 tenured faculty in two main categories: Professors teachers library, engineering, administrative, technical, social, and health staff (BIATSS) By publishing its charter for Open, Transparent, and Merit-Based Recruitment (OTM-R) as part of the European "HR Excellence in Research" label, the University of Montpellier has chosen to report on this approach and the recruitment processes in place at UM with regard to researchers and all staff at the institution. Recruitment At the University of Montpellier The university recruits Professors teachers, researchers, administrative and technical staff, library staff, social and healthcare staff, as well as student employees and civic service volunteers. For general information on recruiting staff in the civil service, visit the Civil Service website: SCORE portal. Professors teachers See permanent staff recruitment See contract staff recruitment Library, engineering, administrative, technical, social, and healthcare staff See permanent staff recruitment See contract staff recruitment Student jobs and civic service volunteers See job offers Within partner institutions Staff training Collective training offer The collective training offer is aimed at permanent and contract BIATSS staff, Professors teachers, and researchers at the University. Registration takes place on the GEFORP (GEstion des FORmations pour les Personnels) platform. Staff training offer 1st semester 2026Download View the programs and dates for the second semester sessions and register on GEFORP (under the "My File" tab on the ENT). You can also track the progress of your registration requests, view your supervisor's online approval, receive alerts about new sessions, edit a training certificate, and more. Develop your skills remotely and continuously The Skills Management and Development Office provides a range of free resources (MOOCs, tutorials, webinars, etc.), available online and accessible remotely. The resources are classified by subject area. Management application For information or documentation on: APOGEE: consult the training documentation (PPS and videos) in the Moodle space by requesting access via the Service Center, Studies domain, APOGEE category. PSTAGE: contact the Pstage correspondent for your department or, failing that, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, PSTAGE category. AMETYS: contact the Ametys correspondent for your department or, failing that, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, AMETYS category. ECANDIDAT: consult the accompanying documents on managing applications and using eCandidat on the DFE intranet. Application documentation contact the Ecandidat correspondent for your department or, failing that, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, ECANDIDAT category SOFA: submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, SOFA category PROSE: contact the Prose representative for your department or, if unavailable, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, PROSE category SIFAC: consult the documentation on the DAF intranet: business training and tools or submit a ticket via the Service Center, Finance or Purchasing domain, depending on the type of request. Office, digital, and collaborative tools Create text documents Master the basics of Excel Improve your Excel skills Create a slideshow to accompany your presentation ZIMBRA messaging documentation and tutorials available on the ENT Microsoft 365 / Teams: the DSIN offers a set of tutorials and guides on these collaborative tools The Digital Usage Service (SUN) of the DSIN offers: a set of tutorials on digital teaching and Moodle webinars on these topics and their replays on-demand training on digital teaching topics (e.g., hybridization of courses), Moodle, etc. You can send your request by [email | ]. as well as tutorials and guides on videoconferencing, web conferencing, webinar, and virtual classroom tools: Zoom, Teams, Renavisio, Rendez vous, Big Blue Button, etc. For further information: https://numerique.umontpellier.fr/ Microsoft 365 / Teams: the DSIN offers a set of tutorials and guides on these collaborative tools. Other free online training courses / MOOCs and tutorials: Learn to code with Python. Python 3: from the basics to advanced concepts of the language. And many more on the FUN-MOOC website, by searching for the theme "computing." " Teaching and research The DSIN's Digital Usage Service (SUN) also offers: a set of tutorials on digital teaching and Moodle webinars on these topics and their replays on-demand training on digital teaching topics (e.g., hybridization of courses), Moodle, etc. You can send your request by [email | ]. as well as tutorials and guides on videoconferencing, web conferencing, webinar, and virtual classroom tools: Zoom, Teams, Renavisio, Rendez vous, Big Blue Button, etc. For further information: https://numerique.umontpellier.fr/ The Center for Support in Educational Innovation (CSIP) offers training courses/workshops related to active teaching methods. Other free online training courses/MOOCs and tutorials: Training to teach in higher education Apprenticeship training in higher education (developed by CFA ENSUP LR) Dyslexic students in my lecture hall: understanding and helping Scientific integrity in research professions And many more on the FUN-MOOC website, by searching for the themes "education and training" and "research tools, methods, and issues" Néopass Sup platform (French Institute of Education) Health and safety Replay of the "Posture in front of a screen" training course available on the University's video platform First aid awareness: "Everyday hero" website developed with the Paris Fire Brigade (introduction to first aid through a hundred scenarios: fainting, cardiac arrest, choking, burns, etc.) MOOC "sauvTage": learn how to save a life at any age Languages Easy English English: Current topics to listen to for all levels English: English lessons offered by the BBC ("6 minutes English," with different levels available) FUN-MOOC website, search for the topic "languages" Management Webinars (online conferences) to watch again: DGAFP webinar on best practices in remote management Other free online training courses/MOOCs and tutorials: On the FUN MOOC website, search for the topic "management" Guides/practical information sheets: DGAFP guides: Guide for managers in the civil service (including a chapter on "remote management") Teleworking and on-site work (vol. 1): Some guidelines for adapting your practices to mixed working modes Teleworking and on-site work (vol. 2): Ideas for discussing our working methods as a team PARFAIRE guide: "The aptitude report—ITRF promotion files" (for N+1 managers): Download the PDF version or view the dynamic version online. Professional training – professional environment Webinars (online conferences) on teleworking available for replay: PFRH webinar "Agents, making teleworking work for you" (December 2020) PFRH webinar "Tips and tricks for successful teleworking" (May 2020) Other free online training courses/MOOCs and tutorials: Introduction to the GDPR Manage your time effectively Public speaking Basic French grammar Improving my written French And many more on the FUN-MOOC website Guides/practical information sheets: PARFAIRE guide: "Structure and functioning of higher education institutions": Download the PDF version or view the dynamic version online DGAFP guides on teleworking – remote working: Teleworking and on-site working (vol. 1): Some guidelines for adapting your practices to mixed working modes Teleworking and on-site working (vol. 2): Ideas for discussing our working methods as a team UM/HRM fact sheets available on the intranet: Practical fact sheets: "Remote working during lockdown" Ecological transition Responsible digital technology Awareness of responsible digital technology Taking action for responsible digital technology FUN-MOOC website, search for the topic "sustainable development" UVED website (Virtual University for Environment and Sustainable Development) Social responsibility See the university's 2023-2025 action plan for gender equality in the workplace Disability and digital accessibility Disability awareness in the workplace "AccessiPro" Implementing digital accessibility for people with disabilities (training for digital project managers) Training in digital technical aids "Ordi Facile" Preparation for ITRF competitions/promotion exams ITRF competitions For information on the different types of competitions (eligibility requirements, types of exams, etc.), please visit the Ministry's website (MESRI). The University's HR recruitment office is also available to answer your questions by [email | AENES competitive examinations For information on the different types of competitive examinations (eligibility requirements, types of tests, etc.), please visit the Ministry of Education website (MEN). The Academic School of Continuing Education (EAFC) offers training courses to prepare for AENES competitive examinations. The courses are open to university staff and are subject to an annual registration campaign (June-September), relayed by the skills management and development office. Online resources: Employment in the civil service: how does it work? Parfaire guides (guides to help you prepare for ITRF competitive examinations and learn about how higher education institutions work) Basic French grammar Improving my written French Other staff training programs (excluding offers) Find out more Quality of life at work The University of Montpellier places Quality of Life at Work (QLW) at the heart of its commitments. The institution has an active policy and implements an annual action plan, which is a continuation of the work carried out over several years by the psychosocial risks steering committee. This approach is part of the university's commitment to a series of concrete measures aimed at developing actions that promote well-being and professional fulfillment and strengthen the prevention of situations of discomfort at work. Dedicated support for staff The UM has a network of professionals (psychologists, staff coaches, career advisors, etc.) who can support employees in their professional lives. They can also help in cases of difficulties or suffering at work and answer any questions related to safety or discomfort. All consultations are confidential. Staff members who would like to learn more or find the right contacts can consult the Mieux vivre au travail (Better Life at Work) brochure available on the intranet. Concrete actions throughout the year The Quality of Life at Work department of the Campus Life Division implements initiatives at the University to improve working conditions and enhance collective well-being. Prevention and support Mechanisms are in place to listen to, guide, and support staff facing professional or personal difficulties and to prevent mental health risks at work: Individual listening and support mechanisms, Support in the event of difficulties at work. For more information, UM staff can consult the dedicated intranet article by clicking here. Well-being at work Free workshops are offered throughout the year to promote well-being and quality of life at work: Stress management, massage, relaxation, sophrology, Qi Gong, Public speaking, self-confidence development. All information (dates, times, locations) is regularly communicated to staff by email. QWL Week and other themed weeks Throughout the year, the Quality of Life at Work Department[v1] offers UM staff conferences, workshops, and discussion sessions on a variety of topics related to well-being at work, as well as inclusion, diversity, and equality. In June, Quality of Life at Work Week is a special opportunity to raise awareness, inform, and promote the initiatives undertaken to improve QWL. Find out more