Recruitment Officer

Recruitment Officer

At a glance

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Job title:

Recruitment Officer

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Ref.:

26-32-T-ADM-HRMS

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Contract type:

Time-limited contract

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Working time:

Full-time job

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Salary range:

41 K€ minimum

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Publication start on Front Office : Site internet:

04/09/2026

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Contract duration:

Fixed term contract of 4 months

Context & Job description

As part of a maternity leave replacement, we are looking for a Recruitment Officer to join our team and support the recruitment of new talent within ESRF.

Working closely with HR and Recruitment teams, hiring managers and internal stakeholders, your main responsibilities will include:

• Recruitment needs: identify hiring needs, candidate profiles, skills and selection criteria with managers.

• Job offers: prepare and write job descriptions and job advertisements.

• Vacancy management: publish job offers on job boards, social media and other recruitment channels.

• Candidate sourcing: find and approach suitable candidates.

• Application screening: review applications and select suitable candidates.

• Interviews: conduct initial interviews and support managers during the selection process.

• Recruitment process: manage the process from application to job offer and keep candidates informed.

• Reporting & KPIs: track recruitment activities and key performance indicators.

• Onboarding: support the integration of new employees.

• Recruitment events: participate in job fairs and recruitment events when needed.

Expected profile

• Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of professional experience in recruitment.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong service-oriented mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and responsiveness.

• Excellent command of digital recruitment tools and professional social networks.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

• Proficiency in English (working language at the ESRF) and good knowledge of French

Working conditions

4-month temporary contract.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Looking for your next professional adventure? Apply today!

What makes the ESRF experience unique…

🌍 Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries

🔬 Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges

🏔️ Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022

⚖️ Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life

🤝 Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to "What we offer" section of our Careers page https://www.esrf.fr/Jobs

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

Company description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

Original reference links: https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html