Fully Funded PhD and Postdoc Positions in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Materials Science at CNRS France 2026 CNRS in France

Applications are open for fully funded PhD and postdoctoral positions at CNRS, France for 2026. These are research contracts across multiple laboratories in France, with opportunities in quantum physics, polymer chemistry, marine biology, organic chemistry, structural biology, and related areas. The post highlights both PhD (Doctorant) and postdoc (Post-doctorat / CDD Chercheur) openings.

Funding is described as a fully funded salaried contract with competitive pay and full social benefits. The guide states that PhD contracts are typically 3 years and postdoc contracts are usually 12–24 months. It also mentions a monthly net salary of around €1,400–2,000 for PhD students and higher for postdocs, plus access to modern laboratories, equipment, conference support, and research networks.

Eligibility is broad: all nationalities may apply. For PhD positions, applicants generally need a Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field. For postdoc positions, a completed PhD is required. Good English or French skills are usually expected, and some offers may have additional mobility rules, especially MSCA-linked positions.

The deadline given in the post is 18 May 2026 for most positions. The post also notes that there is no application fee. Applicants should use the official CNRS employment portal, search for the relevant category, open the specific offer, and submit documents online before the deadline.

This opportunity is especially relevant for students and researchers interested in physics, chemistry, biology, materials science, environmental science, and biomedical engineering. Specific examples mentioned include quantum sensors, optomechanical resonators, cryo-EM of GPCRs, marine microbiome evolution, polymer inks for 3D printing, and thermal runaway in e-biofuel production.