SD-26117-RESEARCHER IN LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT AND ECOSYSTEM SERVICES

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

 

The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a leading Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) that drives innovation for the economy and society in Luxembourg and beyond. With cutting-edge expertise in Natural, Built, Industrial environments, Space, AI, Security and defence technologies. LIST bridges scientific excellence and applied research to design solutions that address real-world challenges and create positive impact.

 

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

 

How will you contribute?

You will be mainly in charge of:

  • Conducting research and contribute to the development of LCA modelling pipelines to evaluate the environmental impacts of products, technologies, and systems across their life cycles.

  • Contributing to the development and application of methods that integrate ecosystem services and biodiversity considerations into environmental sustainability assessments.

  • Applying and further developing quantitative tools from industrial ecology (e.g., LCA, material flow analysis, hybrid approaches) to support sustainability transitions at product, sectoral, territorial, and policy levels.

  • Analyzing complex environmental datasets and translating results into actionable insights for research, policy, and industry stakeholders.

  • Contributing to the development of innovative assessment frameworks linking life cycle thinking with ecosystem services, natural capital, and biodiversity indicators.

  • Participating in national and international research projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and external partners from academia, industry, and public institutions.

  • Contributing to the dissemination of research results through scientific publications, conference presentations, and technical reports.

  • Supporting the development of proposals for competitive research funding and contributing to strengthening the group’s expertise in sustainability assessment.

  • Collecting and organizing data coming from the project partners

  • Contribute to project reporting and oral and written communication

 

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

Education

  • A PhD in an engineering discipline, ecological economics, or affiliated sector


Experience and skills

  • Proven programming expertise in Python is necessary; knowledge of other programming languages are additional assets

  • Experience in quantitative analysis and data processing (Python programming as a priority)

  • Good knowledge of LCA methodology and standards

  • Good knowledge of the Brightway LCA calculation framework and ecosystem.

  • Proven organizational skills and interdisciplinary thinking, a problem-solving mind-set, and a strong team-working capability, but is also able to work in autonomy and creatively.

 

Language skills

  • Fluency in English (and French), both oral and written. Other relevant languages are 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 meters, 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 60 nationalities represented in our workforce

  • Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfill 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 (not remote) and access to Digital lunch vouchers


Apply online

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, ethnicity, 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.

Details
Employment type
Full-Time
Contract type
Fixed Term contract
Hours per week
40
Contract period
Months
Contract duration
24
Location
Country
Luxembourg
City
Esch-Sur-Alzette
Job Category
Science & Research
minimum requiredEducation
Doctorate
Profile type
Researcher
UO
ENVIRONMENT
Employment type
Full-Time
Recruiter in charge
Juliana POSADA
Contract Type
Fixed Term contract
REQUIREDLANGUAGES
To be considered for this position it is crucial that you have knowledge of the following languages
English
ReadC1 Advanced
WriteC1 Advanced
SpeakC1 Advanced
French
ReadC1 Advanced
WriteC1 Advanced
SpeakC1 Advanced
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