Physician-Scientist in Neurology

About the LCSB

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

The National Centre of Excellence in Research on Parkinson's Disease (NCER-PD) is an interdisciplinary program combining clinical, experimental, and computational approaches to Parkinson's disease research. NCER-PD is a flagship programme funded by the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR) set up in Luxembourg in 2015. It aims at improving the diagnosis and stratification of Parkinson's disease to allow earlier diagnosis, preventive treatment, and personalised medicine.

The Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg (CHL) and the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) are among the partners of NCER-PD with the other leading biomedical research institutions in Luxembourg in collaboration with national and international partners and initiatives in the field of neurodegenerative diseases.

The CHL, together with the LCSB, is seeking to appoint a Physician-Scientist for specialisation training in Neurology to join the multi-disciplinary study team.

Your role

• Clinical care within inpatient and outpatient care at the Neurology Department of the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg
• Recruitment of patients for the cohort study of the National Centre of Excellence in Research on Parkinson's disease (NCER-PD)
• Setup and optimisation of workflows for patient recruitment
• Active participation in clinical studies for improved diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
• Execution of scientific projects with national and international collaboration partners on research projects
• Perform clinical testing and neurological examinations
• Apply tests for assessing functions in different neurological disorders
• Teach students about clinical and research aspects of neurodegenerative disorders
• Present at public events for information of lay public or medical professionals (www.parkinsonnet.lu)
• Present research results at national and international scientific meetings
• Write and contribute to scientific publications and research grant applications
  
  

For further inquiries, please contact NCER-PD via email at request.ncer-

Your profile

• Medical degree (MD) recognized in Luxembourg and interest in specialisation training in Neurology
• Interest in clinical research on neurodegeneration
• Independent, highly motivated and committed
• Strong organisational skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively within multidisciplinary and international teams
• Fluent spoken and written French and/or German, proficiency in English, and willingness to generally improve fluency in languages
• Good computer skills for standard software (Excel, Word, etc.)

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 …
• An enthusiastic interdisciplinary team of fundamental scientists and clinical researchers in the area of Parkinson's disease/Neurodegeneration
• Excellent training opportunities in clinical neurology and neuroscience with established curricula and exchange programs with international partners (e.g., University of Oxford, UK; University of Tübingen, GER)
• Opportunity to participate in an extensive clinical research project for the development of new concepts for the understanding and modulation of Parkinson's disease as a model for common neurodegenerative disorders
• An exciting international and multicultural research environment

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter mentioning the reference number
• Name and addresses of three referees
• MD diploma and EU equivalency certificate

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 24 Months (renewable)
• 6-month rotations between clinic and research
• Work Hours: Full-time 40h/week
• Specialist medical training in Neurology at the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg
  (Médecin en voie de spécialisation)
• Location: Employee status and contract 50% at the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg and 50% at
  the University of Luxembourg
• Internal Title: Research and development specialist
• Job Reference: UOL07248

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