Researcher in Education (University of Luxemburg)

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract Duration: 24 Month About us... 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. About the role... The Project Officer will support the Principal Investigator(s) in the implementation of a project funded by Google, supporting the promotion of training activities in the Cybersecurity domain involving Master students, academic and other national stakeholders in relation with the Master in Cybersecurity and Cyber Defence. The Project Officer will ensure efficient project administration and management, in compliance with the requirements of the University of Luxembourg and funder(s). Main responsibilities: Support the Principal Investigator(s) in the implementation and day to day management of the project activities Organization of training activities such as lecture series, seminars, summer school Ensure promotional and networking activities; e.g. visit the other universities in the Google “seminar” network Enable efficient organization and proper communication before, during and after project execution with relevant internal and external stakeholders Organize and set-up meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders Enable administrative management and financial assistance for the ongoing projects and its specific activities Collect inputs and consolidate project technical and periodic reports, including financial reporting Document relevant project information (contracts, project repositories, reports, deliverables, artifacts Ensure quality assurance and compliance of projects and grants with requirements from internal and/or external stakeholders Your profile... Master degree or equivalent experience in an area relevant to grant and project management Proven experience in the design and implementation of training and promotional activities in the educational sphere Experience in research and prior knowledge of cybersecurity is considered an advantage. Good communication skills with different communities of stakeholders Project management skills and knowledge of project management principles and best practices Real team player able to follow internal and external workflows with precise deadlines, used to evolve in a high-level expectations environment Service oriented and problem solving attitude High level of discretion to maintain confidentiality of information Fluent in English (oral and written). Knowledge of French, German and/or Luxembourgish would be appreciated Strong interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a multicultural environment In return you will get… 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 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 24 Month Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week Location: Kirchberg Campus Internal Title: Project officer Job Reference: UOL07061 If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Educaloxy

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract

Duration:

24 Month

About us...

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.

About the role...

The Project Officer will support the Principal Investigator(s) in the implementation of a project funded by Google, supporting the promotion of training activities in the Cybersecurity domain involving Master students, academic and other national stakeholders in relation with the Master in Cybersecurity and Cyber Defence.

The Project Officer will ensure efficient project administration and management, in compliance with the requirements of the University of Luxembourg and funder(s).

Main responsibilities:

Support the Principal Investigator(s) in the implementation and day to day management of the project activities
Organization of training activities such as lecture series, seminars, summer school
Ensure promotional and networking activities; e.g. visit the other universities in the Google “seminar” network
Enable efficient organization and proper communication before, during and after project execution with relevant internal and external stakeholders
Organize and set-up meetings with internal teams and external stakeholders
Enable administrative management and financial assistance for the ongoing projects and its specific activities
Collect inputs and consolidate project technical and periodic reports, including financial reporting
Document relevant project information (contracts, project repositories, reports, deliverables, artifacts
Ensure quality assurance and compliance of projects and grants with requirements from internal and/or external stakeholders

Your profile...

Master degree or equivalent experience in an area relevant to grant and project management
Proven experience in the design and implementation of training and promotional activities in the educational sphere
Experience in research and prior knowledge of cybersecurity is considered an advantage.
Good communication skills with different communities of stakeholders
Project management skills and knowledge of project management principles and best practices
Real team player able to follow internal and external workflows with precise deadlines, used to evolve in a high-level expectations environment
Service oriented and problem solving attitude
High level of discretion to maintain confidentiality of information
Fluent in English (oral and written). Knowledge of French, German and/or Luxembourgish would be appreciated
Strong interpersonal and communication skills suitable for a multicultural environment

In return you will get…

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

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: