HDR : Habilitation à diriger des recherches

Acronym: Habilitation à diriger des recherches

French post-doctoral qualification that certifies a high level of scientific expertise and the ability to supervise research. It allows holders to supervise doctoral theses and apply for university professorships. Obtained after a doctorate, the HDR is awarded to applicants who show that they are able to carry out original strategic research in a broad scientific field.