Postdoctoral researcher in the field of Education Sciences focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues
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 Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences. People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed.
The faculty’s research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society. The FHSE offers four Bachelor and 15 Master degrees and a doctoral school providing students with the necessary knowledge and high-qualified skills to succeed in their future career.
The successful applicant will be affiliated with the Institute for Teaching and Learning situated within the Department of Education and Social Work (DESW). S/he will be part of a team in the dynamic organizational context of a growing globally-connected research university. The postdoctoral researcher will work in an educational research team led by Dr. Christina Siry, in a project that will develop and implement a module for in-service (cycle 1) teachers on STEAM education. The ideal candidate has experiences in elementary or early childhood teacher education, interests in STEAM related topics, and would like to contribute to an international and multilingual team.
Your Role…
Under the direction of Prof. Dr. Christina Siry, the successful candidate will:
- co-develop and co-teach a STEAM professional development (PD) module for cycle 1 teachers and educators,
- conduct education research related to the development and implementation of the PD module;
- communicate and collaborate with the SciTeach Center research team, including partner teachers and student assistants,
- assist with administrative and organisational tasks;
- organise and participate in project-related events;
- collect, interpret, and analyse related data resources;
- support the development of scientific articles for publication and dissemination;
- disseminate results at international scientific conferences/workshops.
What we expect from you…
The ideal candidate should have:
- completed PhD related to the field of education;
- experience supporting and conceptualizing research projects in educational sciences;
- Project management and administrative skills;
- Ability to work independently and within a team;
- Fluent written and spoken language skills in English and Luxembourgish or German;
- experience in early childhood or elementary education and / or teacher education,
- a publication record that includes single and co-authored peer-reviewed publications in English;
- experience with interpretive qualitative research approaches and collaborative analyses and writing;
- experience in STEAM related education foci will be considered an advantage
- knowledge of the Luxembourgish education system and the formal settings of science education in primary schools will be considered an advantage.
We offer…
The University offers highly competitive salaries and ample opportunities for training activities towards professional development. You will work in an exciting international environment and participate participation in a committed, interdisciplinary, and dynamically developing team with a profile of diverse activities. The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.
In Short…
- Contract Type: Fixed-term contract (15,5 months)
- Starting date: As soon as possible
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Belval
- Job Reference: UOL04985
The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 77.167,08 (full time)
How to apply…
Applications written in English should be submitted online and must include the following:
- Curriculum Vitae (including your contact address, work experience and list of publications);
- Cover letter explaining your motivation;
- Transcript from your PhD;
- Research statement and topics of particular interest (300 words);
- Contact information of at least two academic 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.
Here’s what awaits you at the University
- 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 …
Further information…
Contact: Christina Siry (christina.siry@uni.lu) / (+352) 466644 9717