About us

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 Department of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (DHML) is part of the Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine of the University of Luxembourg. The department coordinates all teaching programmes in medicine, life sciences, nursing, radiography and midwifery and collaborates closely with national healthcare providers as well as leading international biomedical research institutions.

Research within the department integrates basic and translational, molecular and computational approaches, with a particular focus on cancer biology, alongside clinical research on human health and disease. The University of Luxembourg has set medicine and health as strategic priority areas and is actively expanding its education and research activities in these domains, creating strong opportunities in medical, biomedical, and mental health fields.

Since 2023, the University has launched several Bachelor of Science programmes in specialised nursing, including surgery, anaesthesia/resuscitation, paediatrics, and psychiatry. The Bachelor in General Nursing Care programme was introduced in September 2024, followed in September 2025 by additional programmes in Midwifery and Technical-Medical Radiology Assistance.

These programmes are based on experiential and person-centred pedagogical approaches, integrating advanced technologies and hands-on training in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and care centres, in close collaboration with national and international partners.

Your role

The successful candidates will be appointed on a full-time basis and will play a key role in developing and coordinating nursing education. These positions combine teaching and research responsibilities, with a primary emphasis on teaching. Engagement in professional clinical activity will be considered an asset.

Candidates will contribute to the development of health sciences programmes and will have the opportunity to establish an independent research profile in Nursing Sciences within an interdisciplinary and growing academic environment and in close collaboration with healthcare partners at national and international levels.

Teaching:

The appointees will contribute to the development, coordination, and delivery of Bachelor programmes in nursing and related fields. A primary focus will be placed either on general nursing care or on one of the specialised programmes in perioperative surgery, psychiatric/mental health nursing, or anaesthesia/critical care.

They will be expected to take responsibility for the coordination of the corresponding study programme, including student selection, development of training plans, organisation and coordination of theoretical and practical teaching, and programme evaluation. These activities will be carried out in close collaboration with academic staff, clinical tutors, and external partners involved in clinical placements.

Teaching activities will be embedded in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, involving professors, teachers, and researchers across the University's health programmes, including medicine, biology, midwifery, and nursing.

Research:

The successful candidates will be expected to develop advanced health research based on quantitative methodologies, aligned with the thematic focus of the department and the overall strategic framework of the University. They will be encouraged to engage in interdisciplinary research collaborations within the University, as well as with national and international partners.

For further information about the role, please contact: Serge Haan, Head of DHML, Email:

Your profile

• A nursing degree with clinical experience in general care or in one of the following fields: perioperative surgery, psychiatry, or anaesthesia/critical care
• A PhD in a relevant discipline, e.g., Nursing Science, Public Health, Global Health, or a related field
• Field experience in nursing education, including theoretical teaching and supervision of students or trainees
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices
• Experience in curriculum development and programme coordination at university level is considered an asset
• Research experience as evidenced by international publications in the field of nursing, public health or related fields
• Experience in academic or educational administration, in line with career stage
• Established national and/or international networks in nursing education or related professional associations
• Open and collaborative mindset with the ability to work in a team, and to foster a positive working environment
• Leadership, mentoring, and team development abilities
• Independent, solution-oriented, and creative working style
• Strong commitment to high-quality teaching and student engagement
• Ability to work in a dynamic, multicultural and multilingual environment

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 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

• A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
• An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation 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 funding. Support for career development and mentoring. Services to promote staff well-being and a healthy work-life balance

How to apply

Applications should contain:

• Cover letter, to be addressed to Prof. Serge Haan, Head of Department
• Curriculum Vitae; you may include any periods of absence from work, such as family-related leave or career breaks, if you consider them relevant for the fair assessment of your experience
• Short description of profile, key achievements and impact, summarizing main publications, projects, teaching expertise and accomplishments in knowledge transfer relevant to this role (1-3 pages)
• Statement of planned research, teaching and other activities at the University of Luxembourg (1-3 pages)
• Lists of publications, research projects, PhD theses supervised and subjects taught
• Names, contact information and current position of 3 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you

Applications are only accepted online through the HR system. The position will be unposted on 26.05.26, after which no further applications can be submitted.

General Information:

• Reference: UOL08136 (to be mentioned in all correspondence)
• Publication date: -
• Contract Type: Professorial - Permanent
• Working Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Planned starting date: September 2026

Diversity and gender equality:

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion, diversity and gender equality as essential for academic excellence. We are fully committed to removing discriminatory barriers in recruitment and career progression and to advance gender balance among academic staff. Should candidates present equivalent CVs, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.