Permanent contract Belval

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?

Proficient technician that performs their duties with autonomy under limited supervision. Has acquired good knowledge of operational methods, practices, and processes within their area of work and is able to perform routine duties with autonomy and organise their own work. Follows work instructions and workplans with diligence, keeping a good level of productivity and efficiency. Carries out duties in accordance with rules and procedures applicable to their area of work, particularly in a research and laboratory environment. Documents and presents the results of their work with ease and confidence. Handles technical operations on advanced equipment and ensures compliance with laboratory safety standards. May assist and train less experienced technicians.

Among others, and depending on their area of activity, the duties may include:

• Contributes to the achievement of operational objectives of their team. Performs routine and non-routine platform/laboratory procedures or tasks with autonomy and under limited supervision (e.g., sampling and testing, quality control of samples taken, filtering/cleaning/recording data, assistance for analytical tasks, etc.).

• Keeps tools (such as vacuum pumps, high-precision instruments, and automation systems), equipment, and lab/platform installations in proper working order and carries out general maintenance. May replace parts when necessary. Ensures the proper functioning of gas supply systems and cryogenic storage units.

• Contributes to the administration of equipment and materials, and the control of stocks, including managing critical spare parts and consumables essential to research operations.

• Organizes their own work to comply with deadlines and workplans of missions, adapting to the dynamic nature of R&D activities.

• Documents their work through manuals, experiment sheets, or reports that are predefined, with a focus on traceability and reproducibility of experiments.

• Problems and issues faced can be non-routine and may require some analysis to understand and resolve. May require the support of more senior colleagues or supervisor. In a research setting, this includes troubleshooting complex laboratory systems, identifying failures in equipment performance, and liaising with specialists or suppliers when needed.

• Proposes improvements to methods or processes. Discuss feasibility of proposals with team supervisor or more experienced technicians, particularly in optimizing laboratory workflows, enhancing measurement accuracy, and ensuring better equipment longevity.

• Communicates with work-related contacts within and outside the team to obtain or provide information. This includes collaboration with researchers to understand technical needs and ensure adequate support for experimental setups.

• Explains methods, procedures, or policies to others outside the team. Knows how to treat sensitive information, especially in handling proprietary research data and maintaining compliance with laboratory protocols.

• Respects and applies LIST-HSE rules. Alerts of potential dangers or risks. Takes care of their own safety and that of others, ensuring adherence to safety procedures related to handling gases, chemicals, and high-voltage equipment.

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

Education

• Requires good knowledge of operational methods, systems, and practices obtained through vocational or technical education in addition to 5+ years of experience in their field of work (or 2-3 years for a junior profil.

  
  

  Experience and skills

  
  

• Experience in laboratory environments, R&D, or high-tech industries is a strong asset.

• Looks to keep trained to keep good level of competency, particularly in advanced maintenance techniques, automation, and laboratory instrumentation.

• Works methodically, is able to organise own work, and meets deadlines, with a focus on efficiency in handling research-related tasks.

• Good knowledge of internal processes related to their files of expertise and other related areas. Experience in handling research equipment, precision instruments, and controlled environments is preferred.

• Knowledge of operational methods, systems, and practices for managing inventory and deliveries, including specialized equipment required for scientific applications.

• Good time-management and organizational skills, able to prioritize urgent interventions while maintaining long-term maintenance planning.

• High internal and external client orientation, with a strong ability to adapt to researchers' needs and provide technical expertise for experimental work.

• Have worked with autonomy in the execution of tasks and missions assigned, including preventive and corrective maintenance of high-tech equipment.

• Have worked methodically, organised own work, and met deadlines, handling multiple requests in a research-driven environment.

• Have gained autonomy to interact and respond to internal clients' requests and to deal with external providers, such as suppliers of laboratory equipment and service contractors.

• Has demonstrated the capacity to solve issues or problems within the processes or tasks under responsibility, troubleshooting complex technical challenges within a laboratory or production setting.

• Have gained a customer service approach, ensuring technical support to researchers while maintaining a proactive problem-solving attitude.        

Language skills

• Good level both written and spoken English and French

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

Apply online

Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience

• A 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.