Professor in Social Interventions

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. 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, with a focus on social, economic, political and educational issues to contribute to an inclusive, open and resourceful society.

Your Role

The cohesion of liberal societies depends on high-quality, participatory human services. This position contributes to developing digital and face-to-face methods for public involvement, shaping theories, methodologies, and tools for participatory knowledge production in human services. Key responsibilities include:

• Analyzing and developing innovative approaches to service user engagement, public outreach, and multi-stakeholder dialogue, combining digital tools with face-to-face interventions.
• Organizing participatory events and leading the department's outreach initiative ALICES.
• Designing and theorizing participatory interventions in human services and empirical research methods.
• Teaching conceptual and methodological courses in the Bachelor en Sciences Sociales et Éducatives, and contributing to new Master's and doctoral programs.

Your Profile

Requirements include a doctorate in sociology, social work, education, anthropology or related fields; at least three years of postdoctoral experience; expertise in participatory, qualitative, and digital research methodologies; documented experience in thematic areas like user involvement and academic outreach; an international research profile; and university-level teaching experience. Language proficiency in English and French is required, with German advantageous.

We Offer

A modern, dynamic university with a multilingual and international environment, exceptional research facilities, close ties to business and society, competitive salary and benefits, and support for career development and work-life balance.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted online and include a cover letter, detailed CV, list of publications, copies of diplomas, and other specified documents. Applications should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Robert Harmsen. Apply by 15th October 2025.