Postdoc in Sociology, Management or Ergonomics – IMT Atlantique

Postdoctoral Opportunity: Postdoc in Sociology, Management or Ergonomics – IMT Atlantique

• Institution: Institut Mines-Télécom / IMT Atlantique

• Host Department: Interdisciplinary Department of Social Sciences (DI2S)

• Research Affiliation: LEMNA – Laboratoire d’Économie et de Management Nantes Atlantique

• Position: Postdoc in Sociology, Management or Ergonomics

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term Postdoctoral Contract

• Contract Duration: 18 Months, renewable

• Primary Areas: Sociology, Management Sciences, Ergonomics, Organisational Studies

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 38.80 lakh gross annually, depending on profile and experience

• Work Mode: On-site

• Location: IMT Atlantique, Nantes Campus, France

• Application Deadline: October 23, 2026

• Expected Start Date: January 1, 2027

• Interview Process: Rolling basis Institut Mines-Télécom

Overview of Role

IMT Atlantique invites applications for an 18-month postdoctoral position in Sociology, Management or Ergonomics.

The successful candidate will join the Interdisciplinary Department of Social Sciences and contribute to research examining transformations in organisations and occupations within sociotechnical systems. The Nantes-based research environment particularly focuses on industry, healthcare, and environmental contexts. Institut Mines-Télécom

Research Environment

The Interdisciplinary Department of Social Sciences brings together researchers working in:

• Management Sciences

• Sociology

• Economics

• Law

Research at the Nantes campus focuses on understanding organisational and occupational transformations in complex sociotechnical environments.

The successful postdoctoral researcher will also be affiliated with LEMNA – Laboratoire d’Économie et de Management Nantes Atlantique. Institut Mines-Télécom

Research Focus

The position is particularly relevant to research involving:

• Sociology of Work and Organisations

• Management and Organisational Studies

• Ergonomics

• High-Risk Industries

• Safety and Reliability

• Organisational Transformation

• Sociotechnical Systems

• Qualitative Research

• Workplace Practices

The broader advertised focus includes research on safety and reliability in high-risk industrial contexts. Academic Positions

Candidate Profile

The position is intended for candidates with a doctoral-level background relevant to:

• Sociology

• Management

• Ergonomics

• Related Social Science fields

The advertised role involves qualitative field research, including interviews and observations, as well as analysis and academic publication activities. French-language proficiency is relevant to the research context. Academic Positions

Appointment & Benefits

• Contract: Fixed-term public-law contract (CDD)

• Duration: 18 months

• Possibility of Renewal: Yes

• Indicative Gross Salary: Approximately INR 38.80 lakh annually

• Work Location: IMT Atlantique, Nantes Campus

• Required work travel support may be available according to institutional provisions.

• The posting also indicates a generous leave package. Institut Mines-Télécom

Application Checklist

The application form requests materials including:

1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume

2. Cover Letter

3. One Significant Research Output from Previous Work

4. Ph.D. Defense Report

5. Diploma

6. Additional identification/documentation as requested through the application portal

Application Process

• Application Deadline: October 23, 2026

• Expected Start Date: January 1, 2027

• Interviews: Conducted on a rolling basis

• Application Link: https://institutminestelecom.recruitee.com/l/en/o/post-doctorat-en-sociologie-ergonomie-ou-en-sciences-de-gestion

• Academic Contact: Stéphanie Tillement

• Email: stephanie.tillement@imt-atlantique.fr

• HR Contact: Mélissandre Morvan

• Email: melissandre.morvan@imt-atlantique.fr Institut Mines-Télécom

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