Postdoc in Statistics - IAS AUDACITY PEFORM project

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

• Research in statistical modelling of complex data, more precisely in one or more of the following topics: flexible probability distributions, (interpretable) machine learning, statistically enhanced learning, directional statistics
• Research dissemination at international conferences
• Teaching activity of up to 2-4 hours per week
• Active participation in and support of the organization of the activities of the research group Team MIDAS and of DMATH

Additional remarks:

• The position is funded by the IAS AUDACITY project PERFORM
• Administrative questions should be addressed

Your profile

• PhD (not dating back more than 5 years) of high quality, ideally in Statistics
• Research experience in at least one of the following topics: mathematical statistics, statistical modelling, statistical learning. Knowledge of directional statistics is considered a plus
• Interest in interdisciplinary work, especially in biomedical research, is an asset
• Experience in programming languages such as Python or R
• Autonomous worker with good organizational and analytic skills
• Very good written and oral skills in English
• Capacity to integrate into a team and collaborate with its members, in particular with the PhD student hired on the same grant

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:

• Letter of motivation (statement of research interest) of no more than 1 page
• Full CV, including list of publications
• Transcript of academic records and copies of diplomas
• 3 reference letters. References will only be contacted with prior consent.

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: Fixed Term Contract 18 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07052

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 83099 (full time).