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.
The successful candidate will join the SVV research group, headed by Prof. Domenico Bianculli. The group focuses on the development and design of reliable, safe, and secure software systems, carrying out both upstream activities such as requirements quality assurance and regulatory compliance, as well as downstream verification & validation activities, such as software testing and runtime verification. For further information, you may refer to https://www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/svv. The successful candidate will work with Dr. Sallam Abualhaija and Prof. Domenico Bianculli
Your role
We offer an attractive post-doctoral position in the context of the FutureFinTech, funded by the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR), aims to establish a Centre of Excellence in Financial Technologies. It develops AI- and software engineering-based solutions to automate the monitoring and verification of financial services' compliance with regulatory requirements. Within its lighthouse on AI, compliance, and risk management, FutureFinTech leverages advanced AI techniques to analyze and operationalize regulations, enabling automated compliance assessment and risk management.
The position holder will be required to perform the following tasks:
- Carrying out research in the predefined areas
- Implementing prototype tools
- Managing and contributing to national and international research projects
- Preparing project deliverables
- Disseminating results through scientific publications
- Presenting results in well-known international conferences and workshops
- Providing guidance to PhD, MSc, and BSc students
- Organizing relevant workshops and demonstrations
- Participating in proposal drafting to attract industrial, national, and European projects
Your profile
We are looking for a motivated candidate who can work independently and efficiently, is proactive in solving problems, and has strong analytical skills. The candidate should be interested in working in an international team with a multi-disciplinary set of backgrounds, where sharing resources and teamwork is essential.
Qualification: PhD degree in Computer Science, Informatics, or Software Engineering
Experience:
- Expertise, supported by a sound publication track record in relevant international conferences and top journals, in the following topics:
- Requirements Engineering
- Natural Language Processing and Understanding
- Text mining and information extraction
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience with information extraction from legal documents would be considered an advantage
Language Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (C1) are required
We offer
- A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
- An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs
How to apply
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter detailing your motivation for applying to the advertised research topic and/or project, including how your background, interests, and career goals align with its objective
- PhD diploma or a letter/information indicating the expected defense date
- Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
- List of publications
- Names, contact information and current position of 1-2 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you
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 12 Month
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Kirchberg Campus
- Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
- Job Reference: UOL08432
The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 87306 (full time).
