About the SnT

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

The  Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services.
We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

Your role

The candidate will contribute to the Software Engineering research agenda of Serval. SerVal conducts research in security and reliability in software engineering, with a particular focus on AI, data science and decision-making

The candidate's research will focus on code quality assurance, code analysis and more generally on the engineering of TrustWorthy systems.

Tasks:

• Carry out research in the pre-defined areas
• Disseminate results through scientific publications, especially Information Systems outlets
• Communicate and work with stakeholders in government (ministries, regulators, government-run start-up incubators) and companies in the financial services sector
• Prepare research proposals to attract industry partnerships as well as national and European grant projects
• Manage research projects and prepare project deliverables
• Provide guidance to Master students and PhD students that submit work to Information Systems outlets

The candidate should demonstrate interest in the following publication outlets:

• High-ranked journals such as the Transactions on Software Engineering and Empirical Software Engineering
• High-ranked SE conferences such as ICSE and ESEC/FSE

The team you will be working with:

• Maxime Cordy
• Mike Papadakis

Your profile

• A PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Programming Languages or related disciplines.
• Documented research expertise in the area of Software Engineering.
• Strong programming and analytical skills.
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory.
• Publications in top tier conferences.
• Commitment, affinity for working in a group, and a critical mind.
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required

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:

• Full CV, including list of publications
• Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
• At least one publication in full-text, authored by the candidate
• (If available) Reference letters by prior employers

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.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07514

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