Contractual lecturer-researcher AI for Industry
Opportunity Overview The University of Luxembourg is hiring a contractual lecturer-researcher focused on AI for Industry, a role that combines 64 hours of teaching per year with active research work. The position sits within the university's interdisciplinary research environment, where the candidate will contribute to both educational programs and applied research projects in artificial intelligence and data science. The teaching component covers data science, artificial intelligence, and intelligent interactive systems. Specific topics include machine learning, trustworthy AI, AI-driven decision-making, human-centered AI, and data-driven systems. The 64-hour annual teaching load is relatively light, leaving substantial room for research activities and collaboration with industry partners. The University of Luxembourg is a young, research-intensive institution founded in 2003. It ranks among the top universities worldwide for its size, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary research, digital innovation, and international collaboration. The university operates in three languages (English, French, and German) and hosts students and researchers from over 130 countries. Its Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) is particularly active in AI research, partnering with major companies and public institutions on applied projects. Luxembourg offers a distinctive working environment. The country has one of the highest GDP per capita in the world, and the cost of living reflects that, particularly for housing in Luxembourg City. Salaries in the research sector are correspondingly competitive. The country is trilingual, and while English is widely used in academic settings, basic French or German helps with daily life. The university actively recruits internationally and supports foreign researchers with visa and relocation processes. Luxembourg City is small, safe, and well-connected to Brussels, Paris, and Frankfurt, making it easy to travel across Europe. This role suits someone with a PhD in computer science, AI, or a related field who wants a balanced position between teaching and research. The light teaching load makes it attractive for early-career researchers building a publication record while gaining classroom experience. Benefits - Competitive salary based on the University of Luxembourg's contractual researcher pay scale - Light teaching load of 64 hours per year, leaving significant time for research - Access to the university's research infrastructure, including the SnT centre's industry partnerships - International, multilingual working environment with English as the working language - Support for relocation and visa procedures for international candidates - Opportunities to collaborate with industry partners on applied AI projects - Access to Luxembourg's strong research funding ecosystem Eligibility - PhD in computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, or a closely related field - Demonstrated teaching experience at university level, particularly in AI or data science topics - Strong publication record in AI, machine learning, or human-computer interaction venues - Experience with applied research or industry collaboration is an advantage - Fluency in English; knowledge of French or German is a plus but not required - Ability to teach courses on machine learning, trustworthy AI, AI-driven decision-making, human-centered AI, or data-driven systems Required Documents - Curriculum vitae with a full list of publications - Cover letter outlining teaching and research interests - Copies of academic degrees and certificates - Teaching portfolio or evidence of prior teaching experience - Contact details for at least two academic references How to Apply 1. Prepare your CV, cover letter, and supporting documents as described above. 2. Submit your complete application package through the university's online recruitment portal. 3. Click the Apply button below to submit your application.