The IHU ICAN brings together researchers, clinicians, engineers, project managers, and support teams who work every day to advance research on cardiometabolic diseases.
Within a small, close-knit organization, employees work on a variety of projects in an environment that combines research, innovation, and patient care.
Discover opportunities to join our teams and contribute to this collective effort.
Our Commitment to Our Employees
A Responsible and Committed HR Policy

“The growth of IHU ICAN and the expansion of its research projects call on us to adapt our practices and support our teams in this process. Investing in skills development, supporting managers, and fostering cooperation among employees are all essential ways to collectively build the IHU ICAN of tomorrow.”
Stéphanie LAPOUS, Head of the Administration, HR, and Finance Division
Our Commitments
- A Skills Development Policy
- Promoting Professional Equality
- The development of an occupational health and safety program (risk awareness training, wellness and nutrition workshops)
- A process for the continuous improvement of HR practices, as part of the IHU ICAN's ISO 9001 certification
Key Figures
- 82% of the human resources work within the centers that are directly involved in research projects
- 872 hours of training provided in 2025
- 92% of employees have already completed at least one training course
- 2025 Gender Equality Index: 82/100

Here’s what they have to say about it
Our Work Environment
An organization on a human scale
The institute’s size fosters collaboration among teams and allows everyone to make a tangible contribution to ongoing projects.
A Variety of Careers
Clinical research, technology platforms, innovation, project support, HR, finance, communications: the IHU’s strength lies in the diversity of its expertise.
A Learning Dynamic
Skills development is a key focus of HR policy, with regular access to training and support programs.
A dynamic scientific ecosystem
The IHU ICAN regularly organizes events for sharing, providing information, and raising awareness that are open to our employees, the IHU ICAN scientific community, and the general public:
- Scientific Conferences
- Scientific and Public Webinars
- Institutional and Scientific Conferences
- Science Festival
- Solidarity Challenge
- Training Programs for Young Researchers
- Internal Social Events
- Workshops on wellness, nutrition, workplace health, and the environment















