Recruitment

Rigorous recruitment procedures guarantee scientific excellence. Doctoral students apply via calls for projects funded by national (ANR, CIFRE, doctoral schools) or international organizations. They are selected on the basis of their academic background, the relevance of their thesis topic and their fit with LIMOS' research priorities. Post-docs join the laboratory thanks to specific funding (grants, collaborative projects, research contracts). As for ATERs, they are recruited through university competitive examinations and participate in teaching activities while pursuing their research work.

Supervision of doctoral students

At LIMOS, support for doctoral students is a priority. Supervised by recognized experts and supported by prestigious institutions such as the CNRS and the Université Clermont Auvergne, young researchers benefit from personalized support throughout their career.

• Academic pressure and support: As with any top-level laboratory, LIMOS PhD students are encouraged to publish in prestigious journals. However, this requirement is balanced by solid supervision and significant resources, notably via its supervisory bodies: CNRS, Université Clermont Auvergne and École des Mines de Saint-Étienne. LIMOS also benefits from an advanced technological infrastructure, including high-performance computing servers and modeling tools, providing PhD students with optimal research conditions to achieve their goals without being overwhelmed.
  

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• Diversity of post-doctoral opportunities: Contrary to the idea of geographical limitation, LIMOS is connected to a strong international network, via large-scale research projects such as Labex IMOBS3 and the MODMAD federation, offering PhD students varied prospects for collaborations and post-doctoral opportunities, both in France and abroad. 

• Career development and industrial partnerships: LIMOS also offers gateways to industry through its collaborations with prestigious institutions such as ALMERYS, INRAE and UPS, players who leverage the skills of PhD students and post-docs through applied innovation projects. This opens the door to career opportunities outside academia, in high-demand industrial sectors.

Training and personal development

 LIMOS supports its PhD students, postdocs and ATERs in their professional development. In addition to the training courses offered by the doctoral school (scientific writing, project management, communication), the laboratory organizes seminars and workshops to help young researchers prepare for their future careers, whether in academia, industry or business. Specific support is provided to help young researchers prepare for civil service entrance examinations, or for integration into research laboratories or technology companies.

 This mentoring model enables LIMOS to train autonomous, competent researchers capable of meeting tomorrow's scientific and technological challenges.

Opportunities for mobility and collaboration

LIMOS offers a stimulating research environment, encouraging exchanges and collaborations. PhD students and postdocs take part in national and international projects, benefiting from academic and industrial partnerships. They are encouraged to take part in scientific exchanges, whether with other laboratories in France or abroad, or with partner companies. These experiences enrich their training and reinforce the impact of their research.

Openness and recognition

LIMOS knows no boundaries. With prestigious collaborations, top-level publications and exchanges with researchers from all over the world, find out how the laboratory shines on the international stage. On this page you'll also find a map of LIMOS' international guests and visitors!

International influence

After LIMOS

The majority of PhD students go on to pursue careers in research ...

Doctoral student seminars

Every month, LIMOS PhD students organize a seminar dedicated to exchanging ideas and discovering the work being carried out in the laboratory. It's an opportunity to present your research, explore new areas of computer science and exchange ideas with other PhD students in a convivial setting. 

What's it for? 

The seminar enables PhD students to test their presentations before a conference, practice their speaking skills, get constructive feedback and share innovative and inspiring topics. The aim is also to learn more about the work carried out at LIMOS and to encourage exchanges between PhD students. 

Details and organization 

📍 On LIMOS sites (Clermont-Ferrand, Saint-Étienne, Aurillac) with a duplex to enable remote participation.
📆 Every first Wednesday of the month at 3 p.m.
🗣 Three possible formats: presentation of a research project, exploration of an IT field, or a lighter presentation on a “fun fact”. 

A module validated by the doctoral school 

Attending four seminars and giving a presentation will validate a module within the SPI doctoral school.
To participate or find out more, contact: seminaires-doctorants@limos.fr 

Organizers

👉 Valentin GUIEN, Frédéric HAYEK, Aurélien MOMBELLI (Clermont-Ferrand)
👉 Mouloud IFERROUDJENE (Saint-Étienne) 

News and events

LIMOS actively participates in a variety of events reflecting its commitment to research, teaching and the dissemination of knowledge. Here is a list of the types of events in which it is involved: 

• Conferences and Workshops: Organization and hosting of scientific conferences, such as STACS 2024 (Symposium on Theoretical Aspects of Computer Science) held at LIMOS from March 12 to 14, 2024.  

• Seminars and keynotes: The laboratory regularly organizes keynotes and seminars, providing a platform for experts from various fields to share their research and discoveries. 

• Thesis defenses: Organization of thesis defenses for doctoral students, contributing to the advancement of research and the training of new researchers. 

• Interdisciplinary projects: Participation in programs such as HACCEScol, focusing on access to education for people with disabilities, in collaboration with other laboratories and institutions.  

• Open days: Participation in ISIMA's open days, enabling potential students to discover the programs and research opportunities.  

• Hackathons and competitions: Participation in hackathons, such as the VEGEPOLYS VALLEY Hackathon, where ISIMA students were winners, demonstrating the practical application of acquired skills.  

• Social events: Participation in partner school events, fostering cohesion between students, researchers and teachers.  

• Integration days: We organize integration days for new students and researchers, facilitating their adaptation and immersion in the academic community.  

• Thematic workshops: Organization of workshops, such as the AGC Workshop in St Jacques d'Ambur, to explore specific topics in small groups.  

Living in Clermont Fd or St Etienne

LIMOS has two research campuses, in Clermont-Ferrand and Saint-Étienne. These sites enable laboratory teams to collaborate on a wide range of projects in computer science, systems modeling and optimization, while benefiting from synergies with local academic and industrial institutions.  

Some of our colleagues, for pedagogical reasons, also work in Vichy, Gardanne, Montluçon, etc.
This location facilitates the extension of research and the integration of knowledge in diversified fields of application. 

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