Permanent contract | Belvaux

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The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.

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Context:

You will join the Environmental Sustainability Assessment and Circularity (SUSTAIN) Unit. SUSTAIN develops knowledge, transferable (software) technologies, practical methods and outreach activities for the simulation and comprehensive sustainability assessment of societal systems. Its final purpose is to foster sustainable eco-innovation, through products and technologies, as well as support sustainability-oriented policy implementation and behavioural change to promote decarbonisation transitions.

Within the SUSTAIN Unit, you will lead the Environmental Health (EH) research group. The activities conducted within the EH group develop complex 3D - in vitro models for toxicological testing as a major research activity but also model organisms relevant for eco-toxicology. Such models undergo in house pre-validation under laboratory conditions and are applied to a wide range of contaminants from chemicals to nanomaterials. These models are then applied within nationally and internationally funded research projects and in collaborative research projects with industry.

Description:

Pollution is a ubiquitous phenomenon involving many different exposure routes and can affect humans and wildlife. For what concerns humans, either the occupational setting or the exposure in daily life as consumers are equally relevant.

The Environmental Health (EH) research group focuses on the assessment of effects of exposure to pollutants and the development of relevant tools for hazard assessment. This includes the understanding of biological effects at the molecular, cellular/tissue and organism level (for freshwater invertebrates), and the integration into risk assessment for human health and the environment.

Our expertise and projects are covering the development of relevant in vitro models for human safety considering different barriers and tissues, but also model organisms relevant for eco-toxicology. Based on its strong focus and expertise in chemical safety, our group collaborates with regulatory agencies, both national and international, providing state-of-the art chemical safety and risk assessments in different areas (e.g. contaminated sites, indoor air quality, worker and consumers, food safety).

How will you contribute?

As an R&T group Leader, you are an internationally recognized professional with proven track record of scientific and technology excellence in the domain of Environmental Health, you will be responsible for the management, coordination, development, and performance of the EH group.

Among other responsibilities, you will :

• In coordination with the Head of Unit, define the group goals in alignment with the unit strategy. Define, implement, and monitor short/mid/long-term plans to achieve goals. Uses a set of KPIs and dashboards, Follow up operations and goals achievement. Anticipate events that could affect plans and takes actions accordingly. Keeps team’s activity aligned to unit strategic roadmaps.
• Manage the group’s budget; forecast, implement, and follow-up its execution. Being accountable for the appropriate management and use of assigned resources.
• Manage the group’s entire project portfolio ensuring a balanced mix of competitive/industry funded projects and a healthy cycle of new/ongoing/to-be-ended projects. Keep RDI projects and initiatives aligned to the unit’s strategy. Provide primary leadership to the submission and execution of RDI project. Being accountable for the smooth running of the projects and the results obtained.
• Promote and/or contributes to the improvement of RDI methods, processes, or tools to enhance the group’s performance.
• Motivate the team to innovate and to develop solutions addressing market and societal needs. Guide the group in reaching objectives and recognizes effort and success. Help the team to embrace change. Acts when conflicts appear.
• Being the primary responsible for talent management processes for their group (i.e., recruitment, training, performance evaluation, promotions, exits, etc.). Promote and monitor the development of the team's competencies and careers in line with the current and future needs of the group and the unit. Create a positive work environment for sharing experiences and keep learning.
• Ensure their team respects LIST values, ethical standards, research integrity, and internal rules. Lead by example.
• Ensure that the work environment of their team remains safe and healthy. Enforce and apply LIST- HSE rules, alert of potential dangers and risks, and ensure their team has acquired the mandatory HSE skills established by LIST.
• Lead by example.

Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!

Education

• PhD in a scientific field relevant to the field of Environmental Health

Experience and skills

• A solid RDI work experience and scientific knowledge in the field of Environmental Health.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Strong competencies in project management and work organization.
• Experience in budget realisation and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work with and manage a group of highly skilled professionals with a broad range of cultural and professional background and to foster a collaborative work environment.

Language skills

• Flawless knowledge of English (both spoken and written) is required. Knowledge of German and/or French and/or Luxembourgish is considered as an asset.

Your LIST benefits

• An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects
• Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society
• Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do
• An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
• Personalized learning programme to foster our staff’s soft and technical skills
• Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce
• Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
• Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science
• 32 days’ paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
• Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to lunch vouchers

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Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience
• A scientific CV with contact details
• List of publications (and patents, if applicable)
• Contact details of 2 references

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

Application procedure and conditions

We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.

LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.

Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.