Postdoctoral Researcher in Architecture

About us

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) at the University of Luxembourg brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences.
People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed. The faculty's research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society.

The successful candidate will be based in the Department of Geography and Spatial Planning and working within the Master in Architecture under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Florian Hertweck.

Your role

• Collaborative and individual research on the socio-ecological transition in architecture and urbanism
• Contribution to feasibility studies in architecture and urbanism in the context of Luxembourg
• Teaching territorial design, urban design or architectural design as well as theory of urbanism and/or architecture
• Realisation of collective and individual academic publications in connection with the research area
• Assistance in the organisation of the master programme in architecture
• Assistance in the representation of and the communication on the master programme in architecture
• Tutoring and evaluating master and PHD students
• Administrative tasks

Your profile

• Master and Ph.D. degree in architecture or urbanism, or in history or theory of architecture or urbanism
• Experience in teaching architectural, urban, and territorial design and theory
• Good team worker, great ability in tutoring students and in organising research and other academic events
• An experience with international and interdisciplinary research projects as well as with research fundraising will be considered as an advantage.
• A design experience in the field of architecture and urban design will be considered as an advantage
• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in either German or French will be 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:

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.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL08005

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