Researcher in Social Sciences

About the FHSE

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

The Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) at the University of Luxembourg brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences.
People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed. The faculty’s research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society.

Your role

The research specialist will work at the Department of Geography and Spatial Planning and under the supervision of Professor Dr. Birte Nienaber, he/she will:

Tasks

• Contribute to qualitative research activities (e.g. conducting interviews)
• Participate in writing research proposal
• Contribute to research publications
• Facilitate an exchange between practitioners and researchers in the field of health and migration
• Participate in the dissemination of research findings

For further information please contact: Prof. Dr. Birte Nienaber, Email: birte.nienaber@uni.lu

Your profile

• Ph.D. degree in migration studies, public health, psychology, sociology or another relevant field
• Fluent written and spoken languages skills: English and French. Knowledge in one or more of the following languages would be a plus: Arabic, German, Luxembourgish, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian or Ukrainian
• Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary and multilingual team
• Advanced experiences in qualitative research in the field of migration (knowledge specifically on health issues will be considered an advantage)
• A high level of experience in qualitative data analysis
• Effective communication and drafting skills
• Experiences in proposal writing (e.g. EU research projects) would be considered an advantage

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

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: UOL06816

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