Make your career meaningful: join the University of Bordeaux

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Working at the University of Bordeaux means joining and being part of a community that is supportive and rich in diversity, open to the world and concerned about the quality of life and work of its community members.

Photo : Whatever your place of study, research or work, all our campus sites welcome you in the best conditions - Bordes Campus © Arthur Pequin
Whatever your place of study, research or work, all our campus sites welcome you in the best conditions - Bordes Campus © Arthur Pequin

Working at the University of Bordeaux means being supported in your career.

An ambitious training plan, dictated by the evolution of all professions and by the university's challenges and strategy, allows every individual to enhance their skills and develop new ways of working.
Managers have access to specific tools and training courses dedicated to management issues, including coaching.

Thanks to an effective individual support system, each staff member has the possibility, at each stage of their career, to be guided in reaching their goals and seizing opportunities for development (internal and external mobility, promotion, career change, retraining, etc.)

 


One in ten inhabitants in the Bordeaux metropolitan area studies or works at the University of Bordeaux

  • 3,256

    lecturers, lecturer-researchers, researchers

  • 2,763

    administrative and technical staff

  • 54,000

    students

  • 1,000

    recruitments per year on average


Working at the University of Bordeaux means belonging to a supportive, socially-responsible and committed community

Policies and actions to raise awareness in favour of gender equality and to fight against all forms of discrimination are implemented from the recruitment process onwards.

Officially labelled DD&RS - Sustainable Development and Social Responsibility, the University of Bordeaux is committed to a participatory approach, promoting a social policy and meeting societal and environmental challenges.

Staff members with disabilities are provided support throughout their career, from the moment they are recruited by very dedicated, proactive teams. 

Working at the University of Bordeaux means finding a good work-life balance

Every employee's well-being and quality of life at work are at the heart of the university's human resources policy.

Teleworking is encouraged (within regulatory limits) whenever the workload and duties allow it.  
Working hours can be adjusted when possible.

The University of Bordeaux also encourages access to measures that facilitate parenting (parental leave, flexible teaching hours, assistance, etc.).
Social workers are available to staff who need specific assistance (housing, food service, childcare, etc.).

Help build the future by advancing research and contributing to the success of all students at one of the most influential universities in France and Europe.

Working at the University of Bordeaux means benefiting from a privileged living environment

With its roots in an outstanding region, the University of Bordeaux offers its community a high-quality work environment.

A vast array of cultural, associative and sports activities are available for students and staff on the university's dynamic campus sites, in tune with what's happening around them.