Postdoctoral researcher in Climate Nexus Convention

About us

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

The Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg.
We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and in silico. We focus on neurodegenerative processes and are especially interested in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and their contributing factors. The LCSB recruits talented scientists from various disciplines: computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the LCSB. We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary, and together we contribute to science and society.

Successful candidates will join the Environmental Cheminformatics (ECI) group, led by Prof. Emma Schymanski, on their mission to identify unknown chemicals and determine their effects on human health. The group develops FAIR and open science workflows scalable to tens of thousands of chemicals, features and samples using high resolution mass spectrometry, cheminformatics and data science. For more information, please visit the ECI website.

Your role

This open position is part of the Climate Nexus Convention, funded by the Ministry of the Environment, Climate and Biodiversity (MECB), Government of Luxembourg. This five-year initiative aims to make Luxembourg climate-ready by integrating research, education, policy, and public engagement to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and socio-economic challenges. LCSB is involved in the Institutional Readiness pillar, which leverages socio-environmental data to enhance climate services in Luxembourg and monitor climate-related systemic risks. This includes planning and implementation of field studies to map chemical substances in Luxembourg that may be detrimental for human health and ecosystems in the context of climate change, building on existing knowledge with enhanced policy relevance. The postdoctoral researcher will work with a small team of researchers at ECI, along with collaborators in the Department of Engineering and stakeholders at the MECB and Water Management Authority (AGE).

For further information, please contact Prof. Emma Schymanski (email address: ).

Your profile

• A PhD degree in environmental science, natural sciences or engineering, cheminformatics or a closely related field
• Solid background in environmental chemistry, with a particular interest in non-target screening with high resolution mass spectrometry: NT-HRMS
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with enthusiasm for scoping appropriate case studies in the context of current policy discussions
• Experience in supervision and project management, with a willingness to supervise PhD students performing project-based field and lab work
• Ability to engage meaningfully with project collaborators and stakeholders
• Team‑oriented mindset, with openness to feedback and a collaborative spirit
• Proactive, self‑driven research approach, with commitment to research excellence demonstrated via high quality data interpretation and publications
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English, enabling productive collaboration and dissemination of research results. Additional skills in one or more local languages, e.g. Luxembourgish, French, German - or willingness to learn rapidly - will be advantageous

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:

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 12 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL08251

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).