Temporary contract | 24 months | Belvaux

Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join us

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.

Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu/

How will you contribute?

As part of the EPS team, you:

• Contribute to the establishment and further development of the Knowledge Platform of the Interreg NWE project ECHT (https://echt.nweurope.eu/): This IT platform will provide actionable information for companies (on IT tools and initiatives, video tutorials, checklists, trainings, etc.) to foster traceability of hazardous chemicals in the supply chain and the introduction of a Digital Product Passport in the textile sector.
• Answer to Luxembourgish companies concrete regulatory questions on REACH, CLP and POPs and pro-actively inform them about their regulatory obligations via events, social media, newsletter, publications and the REACH&CLP and POPs Websites (reach.lu, pop-chemicals.lu).

The EPS group is strongly involved in the implementation of the EU chemicals legislation, being national helpdesk for REACH, CLP and POPs, holding a seat in the Committee for Socio-economic Analysis (SEAC) and in the Committee for Risk Assessment (RAC) at the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) and in OECD Working Parties, and contributing to policy implementation projects, e.g. INTERREG ECHT (Enable digital product passports with Chemicals Traceability for a circular economy). Moreover, the competences built up in the regulatory activities of the group are fed into national and EU RDI projects and contribute to offer of LIST’s SUSTAIN unit on sustainability assessment and Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) approaches.

You further strengthen these activities by becoming a team member of the national helpdesk and supporting the work in the Interreg ECHT project. Thereby, you build, based on her/his technical and scientific expertise and the support of the team, regulatory competences on EU legislation, substitution of hazardous chemicals, and science-based communication.

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

Education

• A Master degree in natural/environmental science or engineering (e.g. chemistry) or other fields related to the position

Experience and skills

• Client orientation mindset and great sense of service are required. The candidate should be highly motivated, pro-active and open for new challenges.
• Interdisciplinary thinking, well-developed communication skills (oral and written) and team spirit to successfully integrate into the multicultural, multilingual and multidisciplinary work environment at LIST and effectively communicate with LIST’s partners.
• A (first) professional experience around policy implementation (chemicals, supply chain), or communication and awareness raising (including social media, related IT tools) is considered an asset.

Language skills

• Good level both written and spoken in English and either German or French.
• Speaking the three languages and/or Luxembourgish is considered 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
• 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.

Candidates shall be available for starting their position in March 2025.