interview

Why a career in statistical ecology?

I have been interviewed recently by Lise Viollat who’s preparing a documentary for our national research group in statistical ecology. I have written my two cents answers to her challenging and very relevant questions. Thank you Lise for the interview !

Pourquoi une carrière en écologie statistique?

Dans le cadre d’un documentaire que réalise Lise Viollat, celle-ci m’a posé des questions sur mon parcours en recherche, et en écologie statistique. Je reproduis mes réponses ici. Merci Lise pour l’entretien !

Applying and interviewing for an academic job

Over the years (age privilege), I sat on several hiring committees for French universities and research institutes. I also have students who are now in the position to apply for such positions. It had me thinking about what works and what doesn't work in job applications and interviews. Here are my 2 cents suggestions.

My CNRS interview for a senior scientist position

Here are the slides of my interview for a CNRS senior scientist position (DR2). Note that CNRS offers interdisciplinary positions, which is sadly not true for all of our research institutes.