Doctoral Researcher in Information Systems Engineering/Spontaneous Applications

Your role

Successful candidates will join the vibrant and interdisciplinary FINATRAX Research Group, which builds bridges between business research and information systems engineering. The group conducts research on the application and the impact of technology on organisations in the private or public sector. Our team consists of international researchers with backgrounds in technology, law, management, economics, and other fields, united by a shared commitment to advancing sustainable technologies that benefit society. For more information, please visit our website: https://www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/finatrax/research/

Successful candidates will make an important contribution to several exciting research projects.

The successful candidates will carry out research in the context of Prof. Fridgen’s PayPal-FNR PEARL Research Grant in the area of Information Systems Engineering, and, depending on interest, in fields, such as Generative AI & Machine Learning, Data Privacy, Cyber Security, Digital Identities, Financial Technology (Fintech), Energy Informatics, Energy Economics, and Consumer & Behavioural Research. In particular, they will be integrated into a larger research team and collaborate with team members employed on different projects. Successful candidates will thus have the opportunity to investigate a broad range of research areas and design an individual research portfolio. PhD candidates will thus have the opportunity to align the skills acquired during their doctoral studies with their personal goals and interests.

Should you have any questions about the position, you can reach out to FINATRAX team: merve.tokgoz@uni.lu

Your profile

• Master’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Management, Law & Technology, International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Engineering, or related fields.
• Willingness to work in a highly interdisciplinary context using diverse research methods (e.g., dealing with both qualitative and quantitative data).
• Effective project management and time management skills are essential to drive initiatives and meet deadlines.
• A collaborative team player with a willingness to conduct interdisciplinary research and a desire to make a personal impact within our research group
• The commitment to participate in the design and implementation of high-quality solutions that solve significant problems
• Self-initiative, creativity, curiosity, flexibility and enthusiasm to work

The position requires English-language proficiency for both written and verbal communication. Knowledge of French, German and/or Luxembourgish is not required.

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:

• A cover letter including:
  • A research statement and a list of topics of particular interest to the candidate, followed a concrete research agenda consisting of the planned research activities which are aligned with the topics covered by FINATRAX and ideally aim at the Information Systems discipline should be provided (250 words)
  • A statement on the candidate’s personal motivation for applying (why a doctoral program, why in Luxembourg, minimum 300 words)
  • A statement on the candidate’s motivation for applying for this topic (minimum 300 words)
• Full CV, including work experience
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken (Bachelor’s and Master’s degree or equivalent)

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.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07533

The yearly gross salary for every Doctoral researcher at the UL is EUR 44531 (full time).

About the SnT

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 talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.