Job Information
- Organisation/Company: Nantes Université
- Department: MIP Laboratory
- Research Field: Psychological sciences » Other
- Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Positions: Postdoc Positions
- Application Deadline: 10 Oct 2026 - 18:00 (Europe/Paris)
- Country: France
- Type of Contract: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-time
- Hours Per Week: 37h15
- Offer Starting Date: 19 Oct 2026
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme
Offer Description
This postdoctoral position is offered within the framework of the interdisciplinary research project 3CI (Computer-aided assessment of the Cortico-Cardiovascular Interaction for monitoring the stress of athletes), funded by the French National Research Agency (ANR). The 3CI project is a collaboration between four major institutions: INRIA (French National Institute for Research in Computer Science and Automation), INSEP (National Institute of Sport, Expertise, and Performance), Université Paris-Saclay, and Nantes Université.
The 3CI project aims to develop robust stress indicators by designing a multimodal approach that relies on synchronized neuro-physiological signals. Simultaneous recording of cortical and cardiovascular activities is conducted—including electroencephalogram (EEG), functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (fNIRS), electrocardiogram (ECG), continuous blood pressure (BP), and photoplethysmography (PPG)—, during both cognitive and physical stress. These signals are leveraged by integrating mathematical models of brain-heart interaction, advanced signal processing, and learning methods- that complement each other to extract relevant patterns and stress indicators. The specific objectives of the project are to: (i) simultaneously collect EEG, fNIRS, ECG, BP, and PPG signals in response to cognitive and physical stressors, (ii) develop a combined signal processing and artificial intelligence (AI) framework for the characterization and extraction of relevant stress activity, with an emphasis on individual specificity and time-variability, (iii) analyze both cortical and cardiovascular activities, identify the most significant for stress monitoring, and identify the complementarity of the different modalities , and (iv) build a dynamic model of brain-heart interaction that provides quantitative insight into stress levels, and create a mathematical framework for model calibration and identification of key parameters.
This postdoctoral project will focus on collecting data from elite athletes during periods of training overload and in the leadup to competitions. The aim is to evaluate the relevance of physiological and psychological stress markers captured under real performance conditions. The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to the design, execution, and analysis of experimental studies conducted with both elite athletes and healthy participants (e.g., stress induction protocols, psychological stress measurements). They will also be responsible for the development and validation of psychological stress assessments (e.g., stress appraisals, stress mindset, perceived workload), as well as for data processing and scientific writing.
Duration of contract : 15 months
Salary : € 2.850 gross per month
Where to apply
E-mail: recrutement-polesante-postdoc3CI_2@emploi.beetween.com
Requirements
- Research Field: Psychological sciences » Cognitive science
- Education Level: PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in psychology, and/or cognitive science, and/or sport psychology, and/or psychophysiology. PhD candidates who have completed their doctoral research and have their thesis defense scheduled before the end of 2026 are also eligible to apply.
- Knowledge of stress and coping mechanisms, emotion regulation, and psychological stress markers
- Knowledge of and experience with experimental design in psychology or related fields
- Knowledge of and experience with psychological stress assessments and psychometric validation
- Experience working with high-performance athletes or in applied sports psychology settings
- Communication skills in written and oral English
- Statistics skills
Specific Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to work in interdisciplinary and collaborative research environments
- Strong interest in stress science, performance psychology, and psychophysiological modelling
- Ability to work independently with a high level of personal responsibility
- Proven ability to meet deadlines and maintain consistently high research standards
- Enthusiasm for experimental work, instrumentation, and team collaboration, along with strong independent problem-solving skills
- Mobility
- Languages: FRENCH — Level: Good
- Languages: ENGLISH — Level: Good
- Research Field: Psychological sciences » Other
- Years of Research Experience: 1 - 4
Additional Information
Benefits
- An unprecedented model in France combining a university, a university hospital (CHU de Nantes), a technological research institute (IRT Jules Verne), a national research organization (Inserm) and the Grandes Écoles (Centrale Nantes, École des Beaux-arts Nantes Saint-Nazaire, Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Architecture de Nantes)
- Commitment to professional equality, diversity and inclusion and addressing gender-based and sexual violence
- Membership in the EUniWell European Alliance committed to wellness
- Certified HR Excellence in Research since 2022 as part of the HRS4R strategy
- Transport subscription up to 75 % supported
- Sustainable mobility package, in line with the institution’s commitment to sustainable development
- Access to university restaurants with a preferential rate
- Access to sports, university libraries and other activities on campus
Eligibility criteria
PhD or equivalent in psychology, and/or cognitive science, and/or sport psychology, and/or psychophysiology. PhD candidates who have completed their doctoral research and have their thesis defense scheduled before the end of 2026 are also eligible to apply.
A detailed academic CV, A cover letter outlining your research experience and interest in the project, three letters of recommendation, (Optional) Selected publications or links to relevant research output.
Selection process
- Deadline for receipt of applications : October 10th 2026
- Terms of application and communication with the candidate :
- Application link : recrutement-polesante-postdoc3CI_2@emploi.beetween.com
- Link to the Nantes Université job offers page : https://www.univ-nantes.fr/universite/recrutement/recrutement-personnels-enseignants-et-recherche
Additional comments
Other work location :
INSEP Pôle Performance - Laboratoire Sport, Expertise et Performance (SEP). 11 avenue du Tremblay 75012 Paris
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available: 1
- Company/Institute: MIP laboratory
- Country: France
- City: Nantes
- Postal Code: 44000
- Street: 23, rue du Recteur Schmitt
Contact
- State/Province: FRANCE
- City: NANTES
- Website: https://www.univ-nantes.fr/
- Street: 1 QUAI DE TOURVILLE, BP 13522, 44035 NANTES CEDEX 01
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