Research Facilitator

About the LCSB

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.

Your role

In order to foster and further develop the research and outreach activities of the Research groups and their research projects the research actively engage in grants management. As team member of the LCSB financial controlling and grants team, you will work closely with the research groups, management team and controlling team of the LCSB. You will step into a dynamic hybrid role, leveraging your expertise in grants management and financial coordination to effectively support external projects.

Your main activities are:

• Serve as contact point for researchers for information about funding possibilities and related procedures
• Assist academic staff in the preparation of applications for funding - during the proposal, grant submission and grant preparation stage -, budget planning as well as management of research projects including collaboration agreements and ethics
• Support the project owners to comply with terms and conditions of the different funding bodies and closely liaise with the LCSB controlling team regarding monitoring budgets, including financial reporting
• Support the preparation of reports (e.g. activity reports, external evaluation), dissemination of research activities in academia and society (e.g. activity reports of the research units)
• Keep internal records and ensure internal cooperation and communication within the IC, partner institutions and central administration, as well as with other research entities and funders
• Participate in meetings, info days, and other events related to the mission
• Contribute with the team involved to the implementation and improvement of the grant management processes and procedures
• Ensure that grants are pre-reviewed, submitted and followed-up after submission
• Support research management by collecting information and identifying needs concerning different funding sources in order to establish best practice policies and procedures
• Cooperation and communication with central Research Department, other research entities, projects, central services and external stakeholder

Your profile

The successful candidate is demonstrating a proactive and service-minded attitude; disposing of very good communication skills and the ability to plan and work on simultaneous tasks with a sense of priority.

• University degree (Master level) and experience in a research environment; and educational background in life sciences or a related discipline would be considered as strong advantage
• First experience in research and project management, project monitoring, proposal writing, budget planning, and related reporting
• Excellent command of English and a working knowledge of French and/ or German would be seen as an asset
• Proficiency with modern office software, spread sheets and collaborative platforms
• Team oriented, diplomatic & able to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
• Welcoming and service-oriented attitude
• Knowledge of different funding mechanisms, rules and requirements are a strong advantage

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.

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: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Research facilitator
• Job Reference: UOL06930

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