Professor or Associate in Cell Biology/Molecular Biology

About the FSTM

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine of the University of Luxembourg is looking a Full or Associate Professor in Cell Biology/Molecular Biology for its Department of Life Sciences and Medicine (DLSM).

The rank will depend on the professional qualification of the candidate and, in case of an appointment as Associate Professor, an evaluation will take place after five years for promotion to Full Professor.

The Department of Life Sciences and Medicine (DLSM) belongs to the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine of the University of Luxembourg. We combine basic and translational, biomolecular and computational research to address critical questions in human health and disease with a focus on cancer biology. We investigate mechanisms that govern tumor initiation, migration and invasion, metastasis, cell cycle control, the tumor microenvironment and drug resistance by using a combination of experimental in vitro, in vivo and in silico approaches. Next to its research mission, DLSM is coordinating all teaching programs in Life Sciences, Medicine and Nursing.

The DLSM cooperates with all major national players in the field of biomedical research in Luxembourg and numerous institutions abroad. The ongoing expansion of health and medicine as a strategic priority of the University provides opportunities for broadening its research topics to include cutting-edge trends in biomedical Life Sciences.

Your role

The new colleague shall be an expert in Cell Biology/Molecular Biology and will lead her/his own research group. He/she will have access to shared infrastructure within the university, including facilities / platforms for imaging, in vivo work, robotic drug screening, and bioinformatics. Ideally, she/he shall be a driving force for the further development and implementation of state-of-the-art imaging technologies at UL, expanding the existing DLSM Facility in Advanced Light Microscopy. Also, candidates applying molecular and data-driven approaches are encouraged to apply. An attractive starting budget will be available for the implementation of novel technologies. The new colleague will actively contribute to the development of research within the University's strategic research focus areas, aiming also at cross-disciplinary themes in medicine, biomedicine, computational sciences, biophysics, and socioeconomical sciences.

In addition, he/she shall teach courses in the Bachelors of Life Sciences, Medicine and Nursing, as well as in the Master in Molecular and Computational Biomedicine and the International Master of Science in Biomedicine. She/he should be willing to take over or participate considerably in the coordination of the Bachelor in Life Sciences.

Contact: Prof. Dr. Iris Behrmann, Head of DLSM:

Your profile

• Candidates must have a solid record in their field of research (Cell Biology and/or Molecular Biology in an area of biomedical relevance)
• Candidates must have earned a Ph.D., extensive postdoctoral training and management expertise in leading an independent research team
• Candidates must have experience in teaching in their wider fields of expertise ideally at all levels including bachelor, master, and doctoral degree

Language requirements

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English and either French or German. The University encourages its staff to learn the other language and provides access to language courses to this end.

We offer

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

The University has a number of family-friendly and inclusion policies and initiatives, including the Advance mentoring program, UMatter, the Marie Speyer Excellence grants, flexitime, parental leave & partial support for childcare costs for conferences. The University of Luxembourg is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to enhancing diversity across all levels of the institution. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Detailed CV
• Record of research work, record of teaching experience, including but not limited to:
  • Full list of publications
  • List and brief description of main research projects
  • List of supervised doctoral theses
  • List of teaching activities
  • 2-page description of research interests and plans
  • 3 professional references

We ensure a full consideration for applications received by 30 September 2024. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Academic - Permanent
• Starting date: As soon as possible, in September 2025 at latest
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Job Reference: UOL06634