Researcher in Medicine (University of Luxemburg)

Contract Type: Permanent About the FSTM The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in. Your role A Research Scientist position in engineering is available at the Chair for ‘Urban Water Management’ (Prof. Dr. Joachim Hansen), Department of Engineering. The successful candidate will be hired for projects in the fields of Micropollutant elimination from wastewater treatment plants and Combined Sewer overflows, Natural based solutions for wastewater treatment, Stormwater management for irrigation purposes. Further tasks are: Assistance in PhD student supervision Writing of grant applications, project reports, and scientific papers Close collaboration and knowledge exchange with national and international collaborators Your profile Post doc experience (> 5 years) in water characterization, wastewater treatment and resource recovery from sewage sludge PhD with proven research within defined specialism area Detailed knowledge of relevant models, techniques and methods, and able to develop new ones Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Demonstrated success in planning related work, building a team and delivering research results Proven track record in publishing high-quality research outputs in top-tier journals Proven track record in carrying a leading role in research project acquisition and project management Experience in research collaboration with industrial partners Proven ability to formulate advice on and manage teaching and/or research programmes/project. Play an active role in research activity and projects of the group by developing original and innovative contributions. Participate actively in the supervision of junior group members Contribute to the development or improvement of course/programme in specialism area as part of a team Participate to student assessment activities, and bachelors/masters’ thesis supervision Continuously keep up to date on scientific topics and data in their field and translate findings into teaching activities Participate in teaching evaluation and quality management Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English as well as German or French are mandatory We offer Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR) A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs … How to apply Applications should include: Motivation letter CV One-page summary of previous research achievements Names of two persons willing to write a reference letter upon request Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students. General information: Contract Type: Permanent Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week Desired beginning: 1st November 2024 Location: Campus Kirchberg, Campus Belval, field work in Luxembourg Internal Title: Research scientist Job Reference: UOL06758 If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Contract Type:

Permanent

About the FSTM

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

Your role

A Research Scientist position in engineering is available at the Chair for ‘Urban Water Management’ (Prof. Dr. Joachim Hansen), Department of Engineering. The successful candidate will be hired for projects in the fields of Micropollutant elimination from wastewater treatment plants and Combined Sewer overflows, Natural based solutions for wastewater treatment, Stormwater management for irrigation purposes.

Further tasks are:

Assistance in PhD student supervision
Writing of grant applications, project reports, and scientific papers
Close collaboration and knowledge exchange with national and international collaborators

Your profile

Post doc experience (> 5 years) in water characterization, wastewater treatment and resource recovery from sewage sludge
PhD with proven research within defined specialism area
Detailed knowledge of relevant models, techniques and methods, and able to develop new
ones
Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated success in planning related work, building a team and delivering research results
Proven track record in publishing high-quality research outputs in top-tier journals
Proven track record in carrying a leading role in research project acquisition and project management
Experience in research collaboration with industrial partners
Proven ability to formulate advice on and manage teaching and/or research programmes/project.
Play an active role in research activity and projects of the group by developing original and innovative contributions. Participate actively in the supervision of junior group members
Contribute to the development or improvement of course/programme in specialism area as part of a team
Participate to student assessment activities, and bachelors/masters’ thesis supervision
Continuously keep up to date on scientific topics and data in their field and translate findings into teaching activities
Participate in teaching evaluation and quality management
Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English as well as German or French are
mandatory

We offer

Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the “University of the Greater Region” (UniGR)
A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

How to apply

Applications should include:

Motivation letter
CV
One-page summary of previous research achievements
Names of two persons willing to write a reference letter upon request

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information: