"Postdoctoral researcher in Tax Law"

About us

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance (FDEF) at the University of Luxembourg offers a unique academic and research environment.
Rooted in Luxembourg but with a European and international outlook, teaching and research benefit from the proximity of the European institutions, Luxembourg's leading international financial centre and its vibrant business community. Institutional and private sector partnerships, sponsored Chairs and a growing network of international partner universities make the FDEF a dynamic academic hub at the heart of Europe.

Your role

The successful candidate will work on the LUXTAX project, an FNR CORE project led by Prof. Katerina Pantazatou and Prof. Benoît Majerus. The project will employ an inter-disciplinary approach to explore Luxembourg's legacy and actuality as a tax haven. By employing a law and history approach the LUXTAX project aims to investigate the history of Luxembourg's tax regime, its beneficial elements through time as well as the socio-economic context within which this regime/the different regimes through time developed. The project will also explore public perceptions of tax havens, in collaboration with partners specialising in fiscal sociology.

Your profile

• PhD in law
• A strong understanding of tax law
• A demonstrated interest in legal history and interdisciplinary research
• Fluency in English and French is required; knowledge of German is an asset

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 detailing your motivation for applying to the advertised research topic and/or project, including how your background, interests, and career goals align with its objective
• PhD diploma or a letter/information indicating the expected defense date
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
• List of publications
• The name, current position and relationship to the applicant, of two referees

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by 15 April 2026 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: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Planned Start Date: July 2026
• Location: Weicker Building
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL08028

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).