CDD animal liguistic researcher (M/F)
New
- Researcher in FTC
- 10 month
- Doctorate
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Offer at a glance
The Unit
Institut Jean-Nicod
Contract Type
Researcher in FTC
Working hHours
Full Time
Workplace
75005 PARIS 05
Contract Duration
10 month
Date of Hire
01/09/2026
Remuneration
between 3131 et 4807€ bruts
Apply Application Deadline : 16 July 2026 23:59
Job Description
Missions
Develop research in animal linguistics in collaboration with Philippe Schlenker, Lucie Ravaux, and Emmanuel Chemla, based on new case studies and the collection of field data.
Reconstruct ancestral communication signals through phylogenetic analysis.
Activity
Formulate and develop new hypotheses in animal linguistics.
Design and conduct relevant experimental studies.
Carry out phylogenetic research on the evolution of animal communication.
Your Profil
Skills
Extensive expertise in animal linguistics, particularly in formal semantics and pragmatics as applied to animal communication.
Strong publication record in this area.
Advanced academic training (PhD) in (i) ethology and (ii) animal communication. If possible, competences in (iii) bioacoustics, and (iv) ornithology.
Experience conducting fieldwork on bird communication.
Ability to supervise Master's and PhD students.
Your Work Environment
Position based at the Institut Jean-Nicod, within the LINGUAE research team.
Collaboration with Emmanuel Chemla (LSCP, CNRS; Earth Species Project).
Fieldwork missions as part of the research program.
Compensation and benefits
Compensation
between 3131 et 4807€ bruts
Annual leave and RTT
44 jours
Remote Working practice and compensation
Pratique et indemnisation du TT
Transport
Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€
About the offer
| Offer reference | UMR8129-VINGAU-041 |
|---|---|
| CN Section(s) / Research Area | Language sciences |
About the CNRS
The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.
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