The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. It is a strategic objective of the University to strengthen diversity in academia and to attract and retain talented women. To reinforce this commitment, the present position is being advertised as part of the University of Luxembourg’s Anne Beffort Excellence Programme, which prioritizes the recruitment of female scholars to professorial roles. For an initial period of six months, the University will consider applications exclusively from female candidates.
Founded in 2003, the University of Luxembourg is a young research-intensive institution. Interdisciplinarity in research and teaching is key to the University's approach to addressing tomorrow's societal challenges. Embedded in Luxembourg’s diverse and multicultural society, the University offers a welcoming, multilingual environment where students and researchers from around the world feel at home. Its human size fosters close interaction between students and lecturers, creating a personal atmosphere. With 1,600 members of academic staff for 6,700+ students and 1,000+ Ph.D. candidates, students feel connected and valued on their academic journey. Internationally recognised research drives innovation in digital transformation, health, and sustainable development. This scientific progress is supported by cutting-edge infrastructure and a national commitment to education, research, and innovation.
The dynamics of a young university offer rare potential and scope for exploring new ideas.
The Department of Engineering (DoE) at the University of Luxembourg is interdisciplinary and active in the classical domains of civil, electrical, mechanical, and computational engineering. The focus of research is on the development of technological solutions, the sustainable and economical use of all kinds of resources and the offer of competences for the technological requirements of industrial and public actors in Luxembourg and the Greater Region. Special emphasis is given to numerical simulation to reduce the required experimental effort, but the validation of the models on laboratory setups will remain an essential asset.
About the Anne Beffort Excellence Programme
The University of Luxembourg is committed to fostering a diverse academic community, recognizing that diversity drives excellence in education and research. The University has a number of family-friendly and inclusion policies and initiatives, including the Advance Mentoring Programme, UMatter, the Marie Speyer Excellence grants, flexitime, parental leave and partial support for childcare costs for conferences. To further support this vision, the University has launched the Anne Beffort Excellence Programme in 2024, to promote gender balance in professorial positions. This programme prioritizes the recruitment of women, in line with the University’s broader efforts to promote research excellence in a gender diverse environment.
Anne Beffort positions are professorial appointments offering a range of benefits, including:
> A global 5-year start-up package of € 250,000, complementing resources offered by the Faculty or Interdisciplinary Centre.
> Access to the ADVANCE Mentoring Programme and Marie Speyer Excellence Grants for early-career professors.
> Assistance with relocation to Luxembourg and support for career opportunities for partners of appointed professors.
About the role
The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine of the University of Luxembourg is opening for its Department of Engineering (DoE), headed by Prof. Dr. Francesco Viti (francesco.viti@uni.lu), an Assistant / Associate Professor (depending on qualifications) position in Electrical Power Quality.
The role involves establishing a research group focused on secure energy transmission and electrical power quality. Addressing these fields requires a forward-looking vision where digital technologies and dependable grids are integrated. The application of machine learning and data analytics in innovative electrical power quality technologies, and reliable & efficient energy transmission supports the development of dependable grids and sustainable energy solutions, aligning with contemporary demands for robust and secure energy systems. The candidate will actively seek cooperation with researchers from within the Department, but also with researchers from other departments, faculties, and interdisciplinary centres, or external Luxembourgish research institutions.
The ideal candidate will establish a globally recognized research program showcasing expertise in domains such as:
> Electrical power quality and reliability.
> Security of energy transmission.
> Renewable energy integration.
The selected candidate should have relevant teaching experience and contribute to the teaching missions of the Department at various levels (Bachelor, Master, Ph.D.). This includes, for instance, at Bachelor level: “Basics of Electrical Engineering” and at Master level disciplines such as “Advanced Controls in Distributed Energy Production from Renewables” or “Efficient Energy Transport and Storage”. The successful candidate will also contribute to the supervision of theses at the various education levels and to doctoral and postdoctoral training. In addition, the candidate will have demonstrated their ability to carry out administrative duties.
The applicant should be open to interdisciplinary collaborations with both academic and industrial partners. Proven experience in engaging with industrial partners will be an asset.
Candidate profile
The Faculty of Science, Technology, and Medicine (FSTM) seeks a candidate with:
> A Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering.
> A strong track record in research, including contributions to their field and publications in top ranked journals/conference proceedings.
> Experience in teaching at the undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate level.
> Experience in acquiring and managing research projects.
> Ability to work in a multilingual and multicultural environment.
> Good presentation and communication skills.
> Good organizational and management skills.
The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual and multicultural context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English. The University encourages Anne Beffort professors who are not proficient in French and German to learn one of the two languages and provides access to language courses to this end.
Gender equality
Gender equality is one of the central values of the University of Luxembourg. We are committed to achieving gender parity among the academic staff and aim to attract high-profile female professors who can develop their research at the University of Luxembourg.
We offer
> A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. We are proudly multilingual and international, with staff from over 90 countries, and a member of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities.
> An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. We maintain strong links with industry and the Luxembourg labour market, all within a unique urban campus offering excellent infrastructure.
> A committed partner to society and industry, working closely with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre, and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs.
> Attractive salary and benefits packages, with excellent opportunities for external research funding. We offer robust support for career development, mentoring, and staff well-being, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
> A competitive 5-year start-up package of €250,000, in addition to further arrangements with the Faculty.
> Access to the ADVANCE mentoring programme and eligibility for Marie Speyer Excellence Grants for early-career professors.
> Comprehensive relocation and onboarding support to ensure a smooth transition and career support for the partners of Anne Beffort Excellence Professors.
Appointment Details
> Ref: UOL07439 / F1-030028 (to be mentioned in all correspondence).
> Anne Beffort Excellence Programme.
> Contract type: Fixed-term contract - 5 years (tenure track), with a perspective of a permanent position and promotion to Associate Professor upon a positive evaluation. In the case of a more senior candidate, the position will be offered at the Associate Professor level. At the Associate Professor level, the position is tenured and promotion to Full Professor is possible after 5 years upon positive evaluation.
> Working hours: Full-time (40h/week).
> Location: Campus Kirchberg, Luxembourg City.
> Starting date: By agreement with the candidate.
How to apply
Perrett Laver is supporting the University of Luxembourg in this recruitment. Further information about the position and how to apply can be found on the Perrett Laver website or by contacting Jess Winfield at Jess.Winfield@perrettlaver.com.
Applications should be submitted online only at Perrett Laver website quoting reference number: UOL07439 / F1-030028 and contain:
> A motivation letter (max. 2 pages and addressed to Prof. Dr. Francesco Viti, Head of the Department of Engineering).
> Detailed CV, including periods of absence from work (or where the effect has been equivalent to absence) including family-related leave and career breaks.
> A 1-page research statement.
> A 1-page teaching statement and, if available, evaluation reports of previous teaching activities.
> ORCID ID, including updated list of publications.
> The names, contact information and present position of 4 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment on the application. Please indicate their relationship to you.
The closing date for applications is Monday, 20th October 2025. However, we encourage early application. The review process will begin end of September/early October.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
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Living and working in Luxembourg
Luxembourg, the only Grand Duchy in the world, is a dynamic country at the heart of Europe, known for its high quality of life, multiculturalism, and rich blend of history and modernity. With more than 170 nationalities represented and nearly half of the population being foreign nationals, the country embraces diversity in daily life, work, and education. Every day, over 225,000 cross-border workers commute from neighbouring France, Belgium, and Germany, reflecting Luxembourg’s central role in the Greater Region. As one of the founding members of the European Union, and with Luxembourg City being one of its official capitals, the country plays an active role in shaping European policy and research. Over the past two decades, Luxembourg has evolved into a knowledge-driven economy with a strong and collaborative research ecosystem. The country offers an extensive social welfare system, including health insurance, pension coverage, and family-related financial support such as family, birth and education allowances. Luxembourg also provides strong support for families, including subsidised childcare for pre-school children and free after-school care and educational support for school-aged children (4 years and older). The public education system is multilingual and inclusive, and the country is also home to several International and European Schools. To learn more about life in Luxembourg, including accommodation, education, healthcare, and administrative procedures, please visit here.
