Researcher in Social Sciences
University of Luxemburg
Luxembourg

About the FHSE

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.

Your role

The PhD candidate will be associated with the Institute for Teaching and Learning, Department of Education and Social Work at the University of Luxembourg. The person will be part of a team in the dynamic organisational context of a growing, globally connected research university.

The doctoral candidate will work with Prof. Dr. Janne Fengler on questions related to contexts and processes of learning and teaching. Potential candidates have an MA in education (or related fields) and are highly motivated to contribute to the national, international and comparative knowledge base in the areas of experiential education, teacher professional development, didactics and/or links between formal and non-formal education.

Responsibilities:

• Independent work on developing a PhD proposal, collecting data, and coordination of publishing activities
• Collaboration and support of general activities in the above-mentioned academic subject areas
• Networking with local and international stakeholders
• Application for and organisation of third-party funding
• Teaching in the study program Bachelor en Formation Pédagogique and possibly further study programs at the Department of Education and Social Work
• Support in administrative tasks

For questions and further information, please contact janne.fengler@uni.lu

Your profile

• MA or equivalent in Educational Sciences preferably with reference to one of the following subject areas:Experience in academic research and command of quantitative and / or qualitative empirical methods; openness to mixed methods research
  • experiential education / outdoor education
  • pedagogical professionalisation / teacher education
  • didactics and methodology in adult education or in pedagogical work with children / teaching-learning-research
  • formal and nonformal education / social inequality, social exclusion, social participation
• Readiness to collaborate with local and international stakeholders and in outreach activities
• Demonstrated teaching experience
• Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to meet deadlines and a positive, proactive attitude to balance research, teaching and administrative activities
• Fluency in English is required; German, Luxembourgish and / or French will be considered 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 …
• A strong doctoral program with training in scientific and transferable skills, participation in schools, conferences and workshops
• Affiliation to a very active, intercultural research group with a diverse disciplinary and methodological profile
• Opportunities for international conference attendance
• A possibility to cooperate in ongoing research projects at the chair in the above-mentioned subject areas

How to apply

Applications, written in English, should include:

• Cover letter explaining your motivation
• Curriculum Vitae (including your contact address, work experience)
• Copies of diplomas
• List of publications (if applicable)
• Summary of recent research and projects (if applicable)
• Sketch of planned PhD (2 pages) indicating reference to the subject areas mentioned above
• Contact information of two referees

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 Months (extendable up to 48 if required)
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Starting date: 1 September 2025 (or by arrangement)
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07151

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 40952 (full time).