Scientist in Environmental Science

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About us

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

The Luxembourg Centre for Socio-Environmental Systems strives to grow into an internationally recognised research hub for a sustainable and equitable world. Our goal is to help societies to transition to environmentally friendly and just conditions. At the core is the recognition that global environmental disruptions such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and resource depletion are closely linked with societal systems. To address these complex issues, we take a systemic approach and study the interconnectedness of human activities and the environment. Our mission is to develop sustainable, socially just, and environmentally friendly solutions by bridging disciplines and fostering collaboration between researchers, policymakers, and society.

Your role

• Build up and manage the synthesis science team of LCSES (approx. 4 people) and represent your team in LCSES management board
• In collaboration with other researchers from the LCSES and the university initiate and implement selected scientific synthesis projects
• Be responsible for organizing international calls for workshop, related review processes and the resulting working group programs
• Actively ties promote synthesis science activities in the University and Luxembourgs research institutes
• Organized public outreach events alongside of synthesis working groups
• Oversee the budget of LCSES Synthesis Science Teram and be responsible for budget planning of synthesis science team
• Collect teaching material on team science, adapt to LCSES requirements
• Ensure close collaboration with the LCSES Data Science and Science-Policy Team as well as the Universities Institute of Advance Studies (IAS)

Your profile

• PhD in an environment-related field followed by experiences as PostDoc in related interdisciplinary research contexts, optimally with research that aimed to work on environmental evidence synthesis (large scale heterogenous data synthesis, meta-analytic studies, conceptual synthesis)
• Experiences and interests in shaping modern team science research and interest in super-visioning & coordinating interdisciplinary team science
• Motivation to shape the research agenda of the Synthesis Science Team at LCSES

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experiences with project management and related administrative tasks
• Creativity, strategic thinking, and strong organizational abilities
• Motivation to build a team, manage, and actively collaborate in interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines through organized, methodological, pragmatic, and effective work practices
• Fluency in English is required. French or German is considered an asset

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:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• A brief summary of prior comparable research projects with descriptions of your contributions
• Contact information for three professional references

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
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Research scientist
• Job Reference: UOL07442