"Research scientist in Nursing"

About the FSTM

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 Life Sciences and Medicine (DLSM) is part of the FSTM and coordinates all teaching programmes in the life sciences, medicine, nursing and midwifery. Research at the department integrates basic and translational, molecular and computational approaches with a focus on cancer biology, as well as clinical research projects in human health and disease. The DLSM cooperates with the national health care centres and with leading international biomedical research institutions. The University of Luxembourg has set a strategic focus on medicine and health and is actively developing the training and research areas in these domains, creating exceptional opportunities in medical and biomedical initiatives.

Your role

In 2023, the University launched four bachelor programmes in specialized nursing sciences in the fields of surgery, anaesthesia/resuscitation, paediatrics, and mental health. A fifth programme 'Bachelor of Nursing in General Care' started in September 2024, while two more bachelor programmes - Midwifery and radiographer/clinical imaging - are set to commence in September 2025. These programmes are organized by combining theoretical training as well as simulations using the latest technology with practical training in hospitals, outpatient clinics and care centres, in collaboration with various institutions in the country and abroad.

The Research Scientist in Nursing Science will be attached to the University on a full-time basis. S/he will have to report to the Directors of the Programs and contribute directly to the development and the excellence of the new Bachelors' of Science in Nursing. The academic part will be divided between teaching (180 TU/year) and research:

Teaching:

The holder of the position will contribute to theoretical and practical teaching and conduct evaluation of the course. More precisely, the physical presence of students in medicine, biology, nursing, radiology and midwifery on Belval Campus provides us with the possibility of establishing common courses, in order to help students discovering and understanding the specificities of their discipline- specific training at a very early stage of their education.

Research:

The candidate will be responsible for developing his/her own research program and contribute to the Nursing Education Research Programs (NERP) in collaboration with internal partners on Belval Campus (Faculties and Interdisciplinary Centres) and with external national and international partners.

Coordination:

The candidate will support the coordination of one of the Bachelors of specialisation by contributing to establish the teaching staff, the course schedules, the teaching programme in close contact with the Director of Studies, the study program administrators and the project officers.

For more information, Prof. Dr. Marie Friedel, inf. Ph.D. ()

Your profile

The ideal candidate hired by the University is a teacher and programme specialist who meets the following criteria:

• Holder of a nursing degree
• Holder of a doctorate (PhD) in nursing or public health with a recognized reputation and research expertise based on the quality of his/her research work as evidenced by publications in the field of nursing science
• An expertise in Surgery/ Perioperative Care (operating theatre) or Psychiatric Nursing/Mental Health is a strong asset
• A plus if the candidate is an Accredited Educator in BLS, ALS, EPALS and preferably NLS and ETC courses from the European Resuscitation Council
• Experience in nursing education, including theoretical teaching and supervision of trainees. A minimum of 3 years clinical experience is required
• Experience in nursing research
• Connection to nursing education or public health departments in universities abroad Collaboration or membership with European Nursing Societies
• Experience in simulation training is a plus
• Linguistic capacities: fluency in English and French is required. German would be an added value
• Soft skills: team player, integrity, reliability

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:

• Detailed curriculum vitae, including periods of absence from work (or where the effect has been equivalent to absence), including family leave and career breaks
• Cover letter
• Record of teaching experience and education programme development and implementation, including but not limited to:
  • List of teaching activities during the last 5 (five) years
  • Short description of the tasks in development and implementation of teaching programmes in nursing

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply 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.