2 Professor positions in Nursing Sciences

The University | About us...

Founded in 2003, the University of Luxembourg is the only public university in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. It is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology, and Medicine at the University of Luxembourg strives for excellence in the education and research of medicine, biomedical sciences, and health professions. In 2023, the University launched four Bachelors of Science in specialized nursing programs - Bachelors in the fields of surgery, anaesthesia/resuscitation, paediatrics, and mental health. A fifth program 'Bachelor of Nursing in General Care' will start in September 2024, while two more specialties - Midwifery and Technical-medical assistant in Radiology - are set to commence in September 2025. These programs are organized by combining theoretical training using the latest technology with practical training in hospitals, outpatient clinics and care centers, in collaboration with various institutions in the country and abroad.

Due to the expansion of our educational programs in health professions, we are now recruiting two Professors in Nursing Science to further strengthen education and research efforts. The first position will be at Associate Professor or Assistant Professor level (depending on qualifications). At the Assistant Professor level, a possibility of promotion will be given after 5 years upon a positive evaluation. The position at associate level is tenured, the position at assistant level may be tenured or not.

The second position will be at Full or Associate Professor level (depending on qualifications). Both levels are tenured. At the Associate Professor level, a possibility of promotion will be given after 5 years upon a positive evaluation.

Your Role...

The professors will be appointed to the university on a full-time basis and will have a leadership role in building and coordinating nursing education. These academic positions have responsibilities split between teaching and research, with a primary focus on teaching duties. Involvement in professional clinical activity can be considered.

Teaching:

The holders of these positions are expected to co-build, co-direct, and teach in the Bachelor's programs in nursing and related fields, with a primary focus on the Bachelor of Nursing in General Care. The holders will be involved in the selection of students, the establishment of the training plan for nursing students, coordination and organisation of theoretical and practical teaching, the evaluation of programs, in close cooperation with the teachers and tutors of the clinical placements. These efforts will be based on the collaborative and joint work of professors, teachers and researchers from the different health programs of the university, including medicine, biology, midwifery, and nursing and in close cooperation with external partners.

Research:

The holders of these positions will have the possibility to develop research lines according to their expertise and interests within the general framework of improving public health, in collaboration with internal partners from the various Faculties and Interdisciplinary Centres, as well as with national and international partners.

What we expect from you…

The ideal candidates are experienced teachers and researchers who meet the following criteria:

Qualifications

• A nursing degree with clinical experience in nursing
• A doctorate (PhD) in a related scientific discipline
• Field experience in nursing education, including theoretical teaching and supervision of trainees
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices. Experience in curriculum development and directing educational programs at the university level is considered a requirement or an asset depending on the level
• Internationally recognized research experience as evidenced by international publications in the field of nursing, public health or related fields
• Administrative and management experience in line with level of experience
• Connections to nursing education departments in international universities and European nursing societies

Personal qualities

• Open and collaborative mindset, ability to work in a team, and to foster a positive working environment
• Leadership and mentoring qualities
• Independent, solution-oriented, and creative
• Commitment to work with students and deliver high-quality teaching
• Ability to work in a dynamic, multicultural, and multilingual environment

Language profile:

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual context. The persons hired on these positions must be proficient in English and either French or German. The University encourages its staff to learn the other language and provides access to language courses to this end.

How to apply...

Applications should include:

• Detailed curriculum vitae, including periods of absence from work if applicable (or where the effect has been equivalent to absence, including family leave and career breaks)
• Letter of motivation
• Record of teaching experience, record of research work, including:
  • List of teaching activities during the last 5 (five) years
  • List of publications
  • List and brief description of research projects executed during the last five years
• Proposal of research projects in the framework of the theme and mission of the profile
• Contact information of at least two referees

To ensure full consideration of applications, please apply by 15 September 2024. 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.

Gender equality:

The University of Luxembourg is committed to gender equality among its academic staff and aims to remove barriers to the recruitment and career development of female professors. If two candidates present equivalent CVs, the University will give preference to the female candidate in departments where gender balance is not achieved.

For further information, please contact Prof. Heuschling -

Please apply formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

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: Academic - Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Job Reference: UOL06621