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The University of Montpellier employs nearly 5,100 staff members, including approximately 3,000 tenured Professors , who fall into two main categories: Professors library, engineering, administrative, technical, social services, and healthcare 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 document this approach and the recruitment processes currently in place at the UM for researchers and all university staff. Recruitment at the University of Montpellier The university recruits Professors , researchers, administrative staff, technical staff, library staff, social services and healthcare staff, as well as student employees and civic service volunteers. For general information on civil service recruitment, visit the Civil Service website: SCORE portal. Faculty Professors View permanent faculty openings View contract faculty openings Library, Engineering, Administrative, Technical, Social Services, and Healthcare Staff View permanent staff openings View contract staff openings Student Jobs and Civic Service Volunteers View job offers At Partner Institutions Staff Training The Collective Training Program The collective training program is intended for tenured and contract BIATSS staff, Professors instructors, and researchers at the University. Registration takes place on the GEFORP platform (GEstion des FORmations pour les Personnels). Staff Training Program 1st Sem. 2026Download View the programs and session dates for the second semester and register on GEFORP (the “My Account” tab on the ENT). You can also track the status of your registration requests, view your supervisor’s online approval, receive alerts about new session schedules, and print a training certificate… Develop your skills remotely and continuously The Office of Skills Management and Development provides you with a range of free resources (MOOCs, tutorials, webinars, etc.), available online and accessible remotely. Resources are categorized by subject area. Management Application To obtain information or documentation on: APOGEE: consult the training materials (PPT and videos) in the Moodle space by requesting access via the Service Center, Studies domain, APOGEE category. PSTAGE: contact the Pstage representative for your department or, if unavailable, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, PSTAGE category. AMETYS: contact the Ametys representative for your department or, if unavailable, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, AMETYS category ECANDIDAT: consult the supporting documents for managing applications and using eCandidat on the DFE intranet: Application Documentation contact the Ecandidat representative for your department or, if unavailable, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies section, ECANDIDAT category SOFA: submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies section, SOFA category PROSE: contact your department’s Prose representative or, if unavailable, submit a ticket via the Service Center, Studies domain, PROSE category SIFAC: consult the documentation on the DAF intranet: job-specific 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 email: 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., hybridizing courses), Moodle… You can submit your request via [email | ]. as well as tutorials and guides on video conferencing, 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 courses / MOOCs and tutorials: Learn to code with Python Python 3: from the fundamentals to advanced concepts of the language And many more on the FUN-MOOC website, by searching for the topic “computer science” ” Teaching and Research The Digital Services Department (SUN) of the DSIN 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., hybrid courses), Moodle… You can submit your request via [email | ]. as well as tutorials and guides on video conferencing, 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 of Pedagogical Innovations (CSIP) offers training sessions and workshops related to active learning methods. Other free online training courses / MOOCs and tutorials: Training to Teach in Higher Education Apprenticeship Training in Higher Education (developed by the CFA ENSUP LR) Students with dyslexia in my lecture hall: understanding and helping Scientific integrity in research professions And many others on the FUN-MOOC website, by searching for the topics “education and training” and “research tools, methods, and challenges” Néopass Sup platform (French Institute of Education) Health and Safety Recording of the “Posture in Front of a Screen” training available on the University’s video platform First Aid Awareness: “Everyday Hero” website developed with the Paris Fire Department (introduction to first aid through about a hundred scenarios: fainting, cardiac arrest, choking, burns, etc.) “sauvTage” MOOC: learn how to save a life at any age Languages Easy English English: Current events to listen to for all levels English: English courses offered by the BBC (“6 Minutes of English,” with different levels available) FUN-MOOC website, search for the topic “languages” Management Webinars (online conferences) available for replay: DGAFP webinar on best practices in remote management Other free online training / MOOCs and tutorials: On the FUN MOOC website, search for the topic “management” Guides / practical guides: DGAFP guides: Guide for Supervisors in the Civil Service (including a chapter on “remote management”) Telework and In-Person Work (Vol. 1): Some guidelines for adapting your practices to hybrid work models Telework and In-Person Work (Vol. 2): Ideas for discussing our operating methods as a team PARFAIRE Guide: “The Aptitude Report – ITRF Promotion Files” (for line managers): Download the PDF version or view the interactive online version. Job-specific training – professional environment Webinars (online conferences) on remote work available for replay: PFRH Webinar “Employees, Making the Most of Remote Work” (December 2020) PFRH Webinar “Tips and Tricks for Successful Remote Work” (May 2020) Other free online training / 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 fact sheets: PARFAIRE Guide: “Structure and Functioning of Higher Education Institutions”: Download the PDF version or view the interactive online version DGAFP Guides on Remote Work – Telework: Remote Work and In-Person Work (Vol. 1): Some Guidelines for Adapting Your Practices to Hybrid Work Models Remote Work and In-Person Work (Vol. 2): Ideas for team discussions on our operating methods UM / HR fact sheets available on the intranet: Practical fact sheets: “Remote work during lockdown” Ecological transition Responsible digital technology Raising awareness of responsible digital technology Taking action for responsible digital technology FUN-MOOC website, search for the theme “sustainable development” UVED website (Virtual University for Environment and Sustainable Development) Social Responsibility View the university’s 2023–2025 Action Plan for Gender Equality in the Workplace Disability and Digital Accessibility Awareness of disability in the workplace “AccessiPro” Implementation of digital accessibility for people with disabilities (training for digital project managers) Training in digital assistive technologies “Ordi Facile” Preparation for ITRF competitive exams / promotion exams ITRF competitive exams For any information regarding the different types of competitive exams (eligibility requirements, types of exams, etc.), please visit the Ministry’s website (MESRI). The University’s HR Department recruitment office is also available to answer your questions via [email | ]. AENES Competitive Exams For information regarding the various types of competitive exams (eligibility requirements, exam formats, etc.), please visit the Ministry of National Education (MEN) website. The Academic School for Continuing Education (EAFC) offers preparatory courses for the AENES competitive exams. These courses are open to university staff and are subject to an annual registration period (June–September), coordinated by the Office of Management and Skills Development. Online resources: Employment in the civil service: how does it work? Parfaire Guides (guides to help prepare for ITRF competitive exams and understand how higher education institutions operate) Elementary French Grammar Improving My Written French Other staff training programs (not included in the offer) Learn more Quality of Life at Work The University of Montpellier places Quality of Life at Work (QVT) at the heart of its commitments. The institution pursues an active policy and implements an annual action plan, building on the work carried out over several years by the Psychosocial Risks Steering Committee. This initiative is part of the university’s commitment to a series of concrete measures aimed at developing initiatives that promote well-being and professional fulfillment, and at strengthening the prevention of workplace distress. Dedicated support for staff The UM has a network of professionals (psychologists, staff coaches, career counselors, etc.) who can support staff members in their professional lives. They can also help in cases of difficulties or distress at work and answer any questions related to safety or well-being. Consultations are strictly confidential. Staff members who wish to learn more or find the right contacts can consult the “Better Life at Work” brochure available on the intranet. Concrete actions throughout the year The Quality of Life at Work department within the Campus Life Division implements initiatives at the University to improve working conditions and enhance collective well-being. Prevention and support Resources are available to listen to, guide, and support staff members facing professional or personal difficulties, and to prevent risks related to mental health in the workplace: Individual listening and support services, Support in the event of workplace difficulties. To learn more, 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, massages, relaxation, sophrology, Qi Gong, Public speaking, building self-confidence. All information (dates, times, locations) is regularly communicated to staff via email. Quality of Life at Work Week and other themed weeks Throughout the year, the Quality of Life at Work department[v1] offers UM staff events in the form of 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, provide information, and highlight initiatives promoting QWL. Learn more