Postdoctoral positions in European Law
Veröffentlicht am 26/03/2026
Université du Luxembourg
- Luxembourg, Luxembourg (Canton)
- Forschung & Entwicklung
About us
The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.
The LCEL focuses on the interdisciplinary field of European law and uses to full capacity its proximity to key EU institutions in Luxembourg. The new Interdisciplinary Centre (IC) will combine academic excellence and strategic research with impact. The IC will reflect in its strategic focus the European political agenda of a dual (digital and green) transition and topics related to European sovereignty
The Luxembourg Centre for European Law (LCEL) of the University of Luxembourg wishes to appoint up to two post-doctoral researchers in European Law. The successful candidates will be an integral part of the academic team and will have the opportunity to contribute to the shaping and execution of the Centre's academic agenda.
Your role
Under the direction of the Centre's leadership, the successful candidates will:
- Realize their research projects in the field of European law
- Contribute to research projects undertaken by the LCEL
- Publish academic output in the form of books and/or articles in scholarly reviews
- Apply for EU-wide competitive funding
- Participate and disseminate their work in conferences
- Contribute to the activities of the LCEL, including the organisation of conferences, workshops and other outreach activities
- Undertake teaching at undergraduate and/or post graduate level
Your profile
- An outstanding academic record and a PhD with a specialization in European Law
- Excellent grounding in European Law
- Knowledge of European Constitutional Law
- Ability to conduct research autonomously at a post-doctoral level
- Experience and/or willingness to conduct interdisciplinary research
- The ability to work as part of a scholarly team
- The linguistic skills to work in a multilingual environment: fluency in either English or French is required. Good understanding of a third language will be considered an advantage
We offer
- A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
- An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs
How to apply
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter detailing your motivation for applying to the advertised research topic and/or project, including how your background, interests, and career goals align with its objective
- PhD diploma or a letter/information indicating the expected defense date
- Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
- List of publications
- Names, contact information and current position of 1-2 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you
- A short description of a research project to be conducted at the University of Luxembourg
- A copy of a representative publication
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 Month
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Weicker Building
- Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
- Job Reference: UOL08110
The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).