Research Scientist in Nursing Science

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 the environment we live in.

Your role

Teaching:

The holder of the position will contribute to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing, specialisation: Surgery ("Bachelor Assistance Technique Médicale de Chirurgie"). The selected candidate is expected to co-organize the bachelor programme. The individual will contribute to establish the training plan for specialized nurses, contribute to organize theoretical and practical teaching, and the evaluation during and at the end of the course, in relation with the teachers and tutors of the clinical placements. More particularly, the presence on the campus of students in medicine, biology, nursing and midwifery provides us with the possibility to establish common courses, to help students discover and understand the specificities of their different training and future professions at a very early stage and to have them work together in modern interprofessional simulation environments. This pooling of teaching will be based on the collaborative and joint work of teachers from the different health programmes.

Research:

The candidate will be responsible for developing the research programme and to contribute, according to one's expertise, to the current Nursing Education Research Programmes.

The distribution between the different activities (academic/research) will be adapted according to the holder's profile.

Your profile

• Holder of a Nursing degree, a master's preferably in Nursing Science and a doctorate (PhD) preferably in Nursing Science or in Public Health. The candidate should hold a specilised degree in perioperative nursing and demonstrate research expertise based on the quality of one's research work as evidenced by publications
• Administrative experience and leadership qualities are essential
• Experience in both nursing research and nursing education, including theoretical teaching and supervision of trainees, is essential
• Clinical experience in Perioperative Nursing
• Connection to nursing education departments in universities abroad
• Collaboration or membership with European Nursing Societies
• Experience in simulation training and being a holder of ERC certificate are considered as an asset

Language requirements:

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual and multicultural context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English (C1) and needs to have an excellent command of either French or German (C1). The University encourages its staff to learn the other language and provides access to language courses to this end.

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:

• Cover letter
• CV; you may include any periods of absence from work, such as family-related leave or career breaks, if you consider them relevant for the fair assessment of your experience
• Short description of profile, key achievements and impact, summarizing main publications and projects
• Lists of publications, research projects, teaching activities, PhD theses supervised and subjects taught if applicable

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.

Gender equality:

In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, diversity and a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of everybody is respected. The University is committed to achieving gender parity among its academic staff. Should candidates present equivalent CVs, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

General information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Research scientist
• Job Reference: UOL08418

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