SnT is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Luxembourg by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent.
We’re looking for people driven by excellence, excited about innovation, and looking to make a difference. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place!
SnT is active in several international research and innovation projects funded by the Fonds National de la Recherche (FNR), the EU Horizon 2020 programme, the European Space Agency and the European Defense Agency. SnT has developed a broad and effective partnership program, currently made of 48 industrial and institutional partners located in Luxembourg and in Europe. The Technology Transfer Office (TTO) of the Centre is managing the acquisition of partnerships with Industry and the commercialization of Intellectual Property (IP). For further information please look at: www.securityandtrust.lu.
Your Role…
As Project Officer, you will provide high-level project management and administrative tasks within the TTO in executing specific technical transfer activities including:
- Contribute to the project plan and contribute to budget follow-up of Centre activities
- Contribute to internal cooperation and communication between internal stakeholders like research support department, other research entities, projects and central services.
- Monitor the entire projects from proposal writing to project execution and reporting
- Ensure quality assurance and compliance of projects
- Ensure periodical project reporting according to defined formats and project standards.
- Ensure internal communication and cooperation with other faculties and the University administration regarding all technology transfer related questions
- Assist in preparing and following up internal and external meetings, conferences and events of the The Technology Transfer Office.
- Contribute to knowledge and best practices sharing and dissemination.
Your Profile…
- Bachelor`s degree or equivalent experience in an area relevant to public research management
- Relevant work experience with a focus on project office/facilitation through the entire project life cycle
- Experience in public or private project management
- Excellent command of English
- Knowledge of French would be appreciated
- Strong project organization skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Knowledge of project management principles and best practices
- Proven ability to work against deadlines
- Service oriented and problem solving attitude
- Computer literate and thorough hands-on experience with software
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills suitable in a multicultural environment
- Self-starter and self-motivated, able to set one’s own objectives and requirements
Here’s what awaits you at SnT…
- Exciting infrastructures and unique labs. At SnT’s two campuses, our researchers can take a walk on the moon at the LunaLab, build a nanosatellite, or help make autonomous vehicles even better
- The right place for IMPACT. SnT researchers engage in demand-driven projects. Through our Partnership Programme, we work on projects with more than 45 industry partners
- Be part of a multicultural family. At SnT we have more than 60 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more
In Short…
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract , 24 months, max 30.06.2024
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Kirchberg
- Internal Title: Project officer
- Job Reference: UOL04970
How to apply…
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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 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.
About the University of Luxembourg…
University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.