Research facilitator

About the FSTM

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

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

The University of Luxembourg is inviting applications for a Research Facilitator (40h/week-permanent contract) to assist the Dean of the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) with the coordination, management, and development of the research activities, the faculty seeks remarkable communicators, multitask-oriented, with a creative, proactive, and practical approach to problem solutions and a service-oriented mindset.

For more information about the FSTM, please visit http://wwwen.uni.lu/fstm .

The Department of Life Sciences and Medicine (DLSM) within FSTM is dedicated to excellence in research and education in Life Sciences, Medicine, and Nursing. Its research activities integrate basic and translational approaches, as well as wet lab and computational methods to address critical questions in human health and disease, particularly cancer biology.

Your role

The Research Facilitator (RF) will strengthen the team of research facilitators at FSTM and will work closely with one existing RF to support primarily the PI's in newly established research groups in the medicine and nursing areas.

Activities/Tasks:

• to help the Faculty's researchers find, apply for, receive, and manage research funding (e.g. EU and FNR; funding process support, negotiations, budgets), including support for financial project reporting and contributing to solve IPR issues
• to support the Faculty's research activities and dissemination in academia and society
• to participate at meetings, info days, and other events
• to safeguard internal communication and cooperation within the Faculty and the University administration regarding all research-related questions

Contact:

For further information about the vacancy please contact Frederique Perrein, Head of Faculty Adminstration, email:

Your profile

• Degree in STEM - Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
• Background in a health-related field (medicine, nursing, life sciences or similar) or respective work experience is considered an asset
• At least 3 years in project management - preferably in research - with a proven experience in finding and managing research funding
• Service-oriented mindset, willing to provide quality service to the faculty researchers
• Efficient communication: in person and through email. Diplomacy will be a reliable asset
• Multitasking and the capability of prioritization of tasks is needed
• Proven ability to work in a team, should be willing to contribute to work-flows and team development/team efforts
• Experience in the use of common computer software and collaborative on-line platforms
• Excellent command of English and French / German. Preference will be given to candidates fluent in all languages

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:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

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. Please submit your application by November 15th for full consideration.

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: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Research facilitator
• Job Reference: UOL06788

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