PhD student position in Engineering Science

il y a 4 semaines


Luxembourg, Luxembourg Université du Luxembourg Temps plein

The University - Who we are...

The University of Luxembourg is a renowned international research institution with a vibrant mix of languages and areas of expertise. Established in 2003, the university boasts over 6,700 students and 2,000 employees from diverse backgrounds. Its faculties and centers drive research in pivotal fields such as Computer Science, Materials Science, Law, Finance, Education, and History. Additionally, the university leads cross-disciplinary studies in Data Modelling, Simulation, and Biomedicine. The University of Luxembourg has gained global recognition, ranking #3 for its international perspective by Times Higher Education, #20 in the 2021 Young University Ranking, and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

The Faculty of Science, Technology, and Medicine (FSTM) brings together expertise in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, and Medicine. With a focus on both education and research, FSTM aims to create, share knowledge, and educate future generations to understand and progress society and environment they inhabit.

The Research Group for Building Energy and Building Services Engineering, under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Frank Scholzen, within the Department of Engineering at FSTM, is in search of a Doctoral Researcher (PhD Student) in Engineering Science.

Your Responsibilities...

An exciting PhD opportunity in engineering awaits at the Research Group for Building Energy and Building Services Engineering, overseen by Prof. Dr. Frank Scholzen. The PhD project will delve into issues concerning thermal energy demand and supply for buildings in the context of energy transformation. The research will utilize numerical simulation techniques with the backing of field or lab data and measurement campaigns.

The doctoral candidate will be part of the Doctoral School for Science and Engineering (DSSE) in the Engineering Sciences doctoral program, offering interdisciplinary and globally competitive research training.

Your Duties

  • Exploring Energy Efficiency and Heat Supply of Buildings
  • Strengthening collaboration with external project partners
  • Sharing findings through scientific publications in esteemed journals and conferences
  • Contributing to teaching activities (1-2 hours per week of courses or similar supervision workload)

Our Requirements...

  • Master's degree in Engineering (Energy, Mechanical, Civil, or related field)
  • Solid foundation in Technical Building Services and Building Energy matters
  • Language proficiency: Advanced English; knowledge of German or French is a plus

How to Proceed...

To apply:

  • Submit your Curriculum Vitae
  • Craft a compelling Motivation Letter
  • Present your Master's and Bachelor diplomas
  • Include an abstract of your Master's project
  • Provide transcripts of all completed university-level courses

All applications received by June 30, 2024, will be thoroughly reviewed. Please follow the ONLINE application process via the HR system. Note that applications sent via email will not be accepted.

The University of Luxembourg champions diversity and inclusivity. We are dedicated to eliminating any biases related to gender and beyond in the recruitment and progression of our team.

Details at a Glance:

  • Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract for 36 Months (extensions up to 48 months possible)
  • Commencement: September or October 2024
  • Full-Time Position with 40.0 Weekly Hours
  • Location: Kirchberg
  • Status: Employee and Student
  • Reference: UOL06456

The annual gross salary for PhD candidates at the UL is EUR (full-time equivalent)



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