Research support technician

About the FSTM

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University's faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its "international outlook," #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

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.

Your role

The Department of Engineering (DoE) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary group engaged in civil, electrical and mechanical engineering, driving forward innovative research and solutions.

The Technical Support Unit (TSU) of the Department of Engineering seeks a candidate to strengthen their team. The candidate will support the TSU research support activities, working with PhD students, Post-doctoral researchers & Professors of the DoE. More specifically, the duties of this position are the following:

• Work with Concrete, Steel, Composite and Geotechnical structures
• Production of samples: (un) molding, preparing, placing reinforcement, concreting
• Perform various manual tasks under the supervision of the research support engineers (scientific test preparation and execution, setup of new equipment, test procedures)
• Support the craftsmen with (drilling, cutting, grinding)
• Maintenance of the laboratories and its equipment: archiving, storing, recycling
• Updating the inventories (spare parts, sensors, scientific equipment)

Your profile

• Ability to execute standard mechanical jobs (cutting, drilling, painting)
• Good command of MS Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Driving licenses for forklift, crane, car (B) are an advantage
• Good oral and written expression of English
• Knowledge of French, German and Luxembourgish are an advantage
• Ability to work proactively, independently
• Willingness to learn new skills and good adaptability

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 …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. 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: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval (occasionally in Kirchberg)
• Internal Title: Research support technician
• Job Reference: UOL06954

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