Doctoral Researcher in Animal-Free Research

About us

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

The Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg.
We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and in silico. We focus on neurodegenerative processes and are especially interested in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and their contributing factors. The LCSB recruits talented scientists from various disciplines: computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the LCSB. We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary, and together we contribute to science and society.

Your role

The Doctoral Researcher will carry out a research project and write a doctoral thesis, the main goal being to obtain a doctorate. The DR may contribute to teaching activities and undertake other activities as laid out in the doctoral education agreement. For the project tasks, the DR reports directly to the Principle Investigator (PI) of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define technical characteristics for scientific activity, and conduct research process from conception to implementation
• Construction of models, prototypes and equipment.
• Review and develop methodologies and new technologies
• Develop prototypes, experiments and techniques applying existing protocols
• Collect, assemble and evaluate research data
• Analyses and interpretation of results obtained
• Editing and sign-off on preliminary research reports
• Prepare and submit scientific material for peer review for publication under the supervision of the PI
• Development and refinement of analysis pipelines
• Development, maintenance and application of programming scripts for omics data analysis and creation of network and machine learning models
• Data integration support for analysis pipelines

For further information about the role, please contact: Enrico GLAAB ()

Your profile

• Proficiency in at least one programming language for scientific computing: R, Python
• Operational language requirements: Fluency in English language is required

Language Academic Eligibility (Thesis): Applicants must demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis. For details and accepted certificates, please visit the Application for admission - Doctoral Candidates.

We offer

• A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
• An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter presenting your motivation for this doctoral thesis topic, and explaining how your qualifications and aspirations align with its academic focus
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken

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 36 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL08306

The yearly gross salary for every Doctoral researcher at the UL is EUR 43445 (full time).