Assistant/Associate Professor in Theoretical Computer Science

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. It is a strategic objective of the University to strengthen diversity in academia and to attract and retain talented women. To reinforce this commitment, the present position is being advertised as part of the University of Luxembourg's Anne Beffort Excellence Programme, which prioritizes the recruitment of female scholars to professorial roles. For an initial period of six months, the University will consider applications exclusively from female candidates.

Founded in 2003, the University of Luxembourg is a young research-intensive institution. Interdisciplinarity in research and teaching is key to the University's approach to addressing tomorrow's societal challenges. Embedded in Luxembourg's diverse and multicultural society, the University offers a welcoming, multilingual environment where students and researchers from around the world feel at home. Its human size fosters close interaction between students and lecturers, creating a personal atmosphere. With 1,600 members of academic staff for 6,700+ students and 1,000+ PhD candidates, students feel connected and valued on their academic journey.

Internationally recognised research drives innovation in digital transformation, health, and sustainable development. This scientific progress is supported by cutting-edge infrastructure and a national commitment to education, research, and innovation.

The dynamics of a young university offer rare potential and scope for exploring new ideas.

The Department of Computer Science (DCS) investigates and contributes to shaping the information and communication technology-society interface. DCS promotes interdisciplinary research and closely cooperates with other high-profile research centers in Luxembourg and beyond, as well as with industry and society. The faculty entertains various successful and growing teaching programs and supports lifelong learning activities.

The Department of Computer Science (DCS), headed by Prof. Dr. Jean-Sébastien Coron, is opening an Assistant / Associate Professor (depending on qualifications) position in Theoretical Computer Science.

Your Role

About the Anne Beffort Excellence Programme:

The University of Luxembourg is committed to fostering a diverse academic community, recognizing that diversity drives excellence in education and research. The University has a number of family-friendly and inclusion policies and initiatives, including the Advance Mentoring Programme, UMatter, the Marie Speyer Excellence grants, flexitime, parental leave & partial support for childcare costs for conferences.

To further support this vision, the University has launched the Anne Beffort Excellence Programme in 2024, to promote gender balance in professorial positions. This programme prioritizes the recruitment of women, in line with the University's broader efforts to promote research excellence in a gender diverse environment.

Anne Beffort positions are professorial appointments offering a range of benefits, including:

• A global 5-year start-up package of 250k Euro, complementing resources offered by the Faculty/Centre
• Access to the ADVANCE Mentoring Programme and Marie Speyer Excellence Grants for early-career professors
• Assistance with relocation to Luxembourg and support for career opportunities for partners of appointed professors

To strengthen and diversify the existing skills and expertise in the Department of Computer Science, the candidate is expected to:

• Develop and perform research in Computer Science and establish a research group in Theoretical Computer Science
• Seek cooperation with researchers within the department and across faculties, centers, and external Luxembourgish research institutions
• Contribute to the teaching missions of the department at various levels (Bachelor, Master, PhD)
• Provide lectures in Theoretical Computer Science for bachelor and master programs
• Advise PhD candidates and contribute to doctoral and postdoctoral training (e.g., organizing research seminars, reading groups, winter and summer schools)

Your Profile

• A PhD degree in Computer Science or a closely related field
• A research track record in Theoretical Computer Science, with openness to interdisciplinary collaborations
• Expertise in some area of computer science such as computational complexity, algorithms, data structures, logic in computer science and AI, semantics, theory of programming, learning theory, parallel algorithms or quantum computing
• Research publications in theoretical computer science conferences and journals
• Experience in teaching Computer Science topics at undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate

Language requirements:

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual and multicultural context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English. The University encourages Anne Beffort professors who are not proficient in French and German to learn one of the two languages and provides access to language courses to this end.

We Offer

• A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. We are proudly multilingual and international, with staff from over 90 countries, and a member of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities
• An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. We maintain strong links with industry and the Luxembourg labour market, all within a unique urban campus offering excellent infrastructure
• A committed partner to society and industry, working closely with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre, and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs
• Attractive salary and benefits packages, with excellent opportunities for external research funding. We offer robust support for career development, mentoring, and staff well-being, promoting a healthy work-life balance
• A competitive 5-year start-up package of €250,000, in addition to further arrangements with the Faculty
• Access to the ADVANCE mentoring programme and eligibility for Marie Speyer Excellence Grants for early-career professors
• Comprehensive relocation and onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition and career support for the partners of Anne Beffort Excellence Professors

How to Apply

Perrett Laver is supporting the University of Luxembourg in this recruitment. Further information about the University, the Anne Beffort Excellence programme, the position, and details on how to apply can be found here or by contacting Dr Valia Sakkoula.

Applications should be submitted online ONLY via the Perrett Laver website, quoting reference number UOL07440 / F1-050005.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 20th October 2025. However, we encourage early application. The review process will begin in late September/early October. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

General Information:

• Anne Beffort Excellence Programme
• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract - 5 years (tenure track), with a perspective of a permanent position and promotion to Associate Professor upon a positive evaluation. In the case of a more senior candidate, the position will be offered at the Associate Professor level. At the Associate Professor level, the position is tenured and promotion to Full Professor is possible after 5 years upon positive evaluation.
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Start Date: By agreement with the candidate
• Location: Campus Belval
• Job Reference: UOL07440

Gender equality: Gender equality is one of the central values of the University of Luxembourg. We are committed to achieving gender parity among the academic staff and aim to attract high-profile female professors who can develop their research at the University of Luxembourg.