Professor in Trustworthy and Sovereign AI

About us

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

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable, and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talents. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as : Trustworthy AI, secure and reliable systems, cloud computing, cryptography, network security, information assurance, satellite systems, vehicular networks, and ICT services & applications.

The Centre is rapidly expanding its research activities and is seeking highly motivated academics who wish to pursue research in close cooperation with our partners.

Your role

The successful candidate will engage in research, education, and technology transfer in the area of Trustworthy and Sovereign Artificial Intelligence. The Chair, supported by Google Cloud, will build and lead a research team at SnT, develop a long-term research programme and initiate collaborative research with SnT's industrial and governmental partners. The candidate is expected to establish an international network in the field, participating in European and international research projects.

The mission is (but not limited) to :

• Build and lead a Trustworthy and Sovereign AI group at SnT
• Lead and develop excellent research and technology transfer creating impact at national and international levels
• Undertake and publish high-quality research, cognizant of relevant metrics for international reputation and scholarly merit
• Establish a systematic and structured approach to knowledge transfer through collaborative research with private and public sector actors, in particular Google Cloud
• Acquire competitive research funding through national and international funding bodies
• Take responsibility for all aspects of the research strategy, operations, and management of the group

For further information about the role, please contact : Yves Le Traon, SnT Director, Email :

Your profile

The candidate is an internationally recognized scientist in the field, with a strong track record of internationally competitive research in line with expectations for the respective career stage.

Robustness, security, and privacy of AI / ML systems

Language requirements :

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual and multicultural context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English. Proficiency in French or German is considered an advantage. The University actively supports language development among its staff and offers access to language courses to this end.

We offer

How to apply

Applications should contain :

Complete list of publications

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. Applications by post or e-mail cannot be considered. We encourage early application. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by March 2, 2026

General Information :

Gender equality :

In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, diversity and a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of everybody is respected. The University is committed to achieving gender parity among its academic staff. Should candidates present equivalent CVs, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.