Fixed term contract | Hautcharage | 36 Months

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?

Among other responsibilities, you will:

·                     In coordination with the group leader, contribute to further development of the group’s expertise in modern biochemical analyses of fungal enzymes

·                     Perform innovative fundamental and applied research within and beyond the PEARL project

·                     Develop innovative new research proposals in collaboration with the group leader.

·                     (co-)Supervise and train PhD students, postdocs and undergraduate students of the group.

·                     Write publications on your research and contribute to publications of the other group members

·                     Promote and represent the group to both academic and industrial stake-holders

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

Education

•               PhD in biochemistry or biotechnology

Experience and skills

•               Post-doctoral experience in biochemistry and/or biotechnology

•               Strong expertise in enzyme kinetics, metabolic pathway analysis and/or plant biomass degrading enzymes

•               Experience with Alphafold and other methods for structural analysis of enzymes

•               Experience with writing proposals and obtaining funding is an asset

•               Experience with fungi and/or fungal enzymes is an asset

•               Experience in supervising undergraduate students

•               Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Language skills

•               Strong knowledge of English (both spoken and written) is required.

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 60 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 (not remote) and access to Digital 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, 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.

As part of our recruitment process, the selected candidate might be subject to a background check in accordance with applicable laws and institutional policies. Further checks and restrictions might apply to candidates in compliance with export controls requirements

This position offers a gross monthly salary between €6093 and €7409, paid over 13 months (€79.209–€96.317 annually) based on full‑time employment. The final salary offer within this range will be determined based on the candidate’s overall profile, qualifications and professional experience.

For part‑time employment, the salary is adjusted pro rata.