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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/

Life Cycle Sustainability Analysis (LCSA) emerges as a critical research field in this transition. By evaluating the entire lifecycle of products and systems—from raw material extraction to disposal—LCSA provides a comprehensive framework for assessing their sustainability. It integrates environmental impact, social equity, and economic viability, enabling informed decision-making. This holistic approach is essential for identifying trade-offs, optimizing resource use, and fostering innovation toward sustainability goals. By leveraging LCSA, policymakers, businesses, and researchers can align their strategies with the principles of a just and sustainable future.

How will you contribute?

As head-of-RDI group, you are an internationally recognized professional with proven track record of scientific and technology excellence in the domain of Life Cycle Sustainability Analysis (LCSA), you will be responsible for the management, coordination, development, and performance of the group. Your main duties include:

• 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!

You have:

• A PhD in a scientific field relevant to the field of Sustainability
• Minimum 8 years post-doctoral experience, including 4-years of experience in leading research teams and projects.
• A solid RDI work experience and scientific knowledge in the field of Life Cycle Sustainability Analysis.
• 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.

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.