PhD in Informatics

About the SnT

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

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.
We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

Your role

This Ph.D. position offers a chance to join a dynamic, interdisciplinary research group at the forefront of tackling complex global challenges. The successful candidate will become part of a significant research project focused on accelerating critical transitions through a data-driven approaches. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for carrying out research in predefined areas and disseminating results through high ranked scientific publications. They will also communicate and interact regularly with partner teams or industry partner to gather requirements and report findings. A key aspect of the role involves implementing and open-sourcing proof-of-concept software tools, alongside collaborating with other researchers within the program.

Your profile

The University of Luxembourg is seeking a highly motivated doctoral candidate to join the interdisciplinary and international FINATRAX Research Group at the SnT research centre. Our team works at the intersection of energy markets, digital technologies, and policy to support the transition toward a low-carbon and data-driven energy future. The successful candidate will contribute to research on in one of our teams. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with public institutions, industry stakeholders, and European partners.

The candidate should possess:

• Strong analytical skills (quantitative and/or qualitative)
• Experience with programming tools
• Excellent communication skills in English; other languages are an asset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment

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:

• Cover letter outlining your motivation for doctoral research and interest in energy transition topics (min. 300 words each)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Academic transcripts (Bachelor's and Master's)

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.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07533

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 41976 (full time).