Postdoc with focus on Scientific Project Management

6 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University of Luxembourg

Research Field

Biological sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Luxembourg

Application Deadline

4 Mar 2024 - 01:38 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

About us...

The Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg. We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and in silico. We focus on neurodegenerative processes and are especially interested in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and their contributing factors.

The LCSB recruits talented scientists from various disciplines: computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the LCSB. We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary and together we contribute to science and society.

We are looking for a qualified candidate to reinforce the scientific management as well as the coordination of activities of key national and international projects in the Translational Neuroscience (TN) group , (with a focus on EPND https://epnd.org ).

Your Role...

The TN group, headed by Prof. Dr. Rejko Krüger, is bridging the gap between fundamental research and clinical care, to help citizens affected by neurodegenerative diseases via earlier diagnosis, precision therapies and effective prevention in Luxembourg and beyond. Fundamental research focuses on patient-based induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)-derived neuronal models to elucidate the molecular and cellular alterations contributing to neurodegeneration, with a focus of Parkinson's disease. The clinical research focus is part of the National Centre for Excellence in Research on Parkinson's Disease (NCER-PD https://parkinson.lu/ ) in the context of which people with neurodegenerative diseases, people at risk for neurodegeneration, and healthy subjects from Luxembourg and the Greater Region are recruited for cohorts and can directly contribute to translational research. Thus, the research strategy embeds the "from bed to bench to bedside" approach.

The TN group manages national and international projects which are aimed at creating impact for patients and citizens in Luxembourg and beyond, and translating this successful approach into new transversal projects in biomedicine.

Tasks / activities

• Support the Principal Investigator in coordinating the scientific development, execution, delivery and budget monitoring of national and international research projects
• Ensure the timely execution of the research activities, including international collaborations
• Coordinate national and international meetings related to the research projects
• Guarantee that scientific activities and results are effectively communicated within the scientific and healthcare communities in Luxembourg and internationally
• Develop scientific reporting to the national and international funding agency and internal stakeholders
• Be involved in the establishment, writing and coordination of large projects and stakeholder management within consortia
• Be engaged in outreach activities to raise public awareness and support fundraising to gain further financial support by public and private funders

What we expect from you…

The successful candidate is proactive, reliable, diplomatic, and a team player. The ability to work in a fast-paced international academic environment with strong attention to detail is essential. As a self-starter, working with minimum supervision, you will take ownership of your tasks and strive to provide a high level of service.

• PhD degree in the natural/life sciences or clinical research plus work experience in data management, with a focus on project management (at least 3 years)
• Solid stakeholder management at national and international level and strong communication skills
• Motivated and flexible organizer and manager
• Reliable, efficient, and proactive in your work
• Excellent understanding of data management requirements
• Ability to quickly adapt and effectively organize, prioritize, and execute tasks in a highly dynamic environment with attention to detail and accuracy
• Good understanding on how to submit proposals to answer national and international call for proposal
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written skills in English. Additional knowledge of German, French or Luxembourgish is considered an asset
• High-level competency in MS Office
• Knowledge on patient cohort design is considered an asset

Here's what awaits you at the LCSB...

• Excellent work environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, laboratory and administrative support
• Truly connected. We work together with hospitals and research institutes on a national and international level as well as industrial partners. Connection between science and society is very important to us. From our school lab - the Scienteens Lab - to the different outreach activities and collaborative partnerships with patient associations, we love to listen to society's needs and share our passion for science
• Be part of a multicultural team. At the LCSB we have more than 50 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more

Find out more about us!

How to apply...

Applications should be submitted online and include:

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• Cover letter with your motivation to join our group, how you fit in the group and most recent work experiences
• Names and addresses of 3 referees

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

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1

Company/Institute

University of Luxembourg

Country

Luxembourg

City

Luxembourg

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