Legal advisor

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The 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.

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

The Legal Advisor will join the very dynamic Office of Legal Affairs Team and will report to the Head of Legal.

Your Role...

Provide legal advice and support for all types of legal documents and contracts, in particular for healthcare-related contracts.

Ensure the development of legal documentation, preparation, and validation of all kinds of agreements and legal documents, in accordance with the laws and regulations and in line with UL requirements.

Contribute to decision making, add value to the organization and facilitate the achievement of objectives as well as safeguard the legal position and reputation of the University of Luxembourg, ensure legal compliance.

Your Tasks:

Liaising with and assisting the Department of Life Sciences and Medicine (DLSM) in close collaboration with the Vice-Rector for Research, in relation with its legal needs. In particular:

• Drafting, negotiating, reviewing a broad range of legal documents both nationally and internationally such as collaborative research contracts, collaboration agreement, NDAs, service agreements, terms of use
• Advising on different fields of expertise of law such as intellectual property, public research, state aids, medical profession, clinical studies
• Liaising with hospitals, ministries and healthcare providers
• Evaluating potential risks, proposing solutions
• Coordinating health and life sciences activities on legal needs and research and education projects
• Contributing to the development of the University and its entities

What we expect from you...

• Master's degree in law. Knowledge and/or expertise in public tender law would be a high advantage;
• At least 10 years of experience in a similar position, with experience in contract drafting and negotiation
• Excellent problem‐solving, analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and French; German and Luxembourgish would be an advantage
• Open minded, with ability to integrate in a very international environment

How to apply...

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

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.

General information:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval
• Internal Title: Legal advisor
• Job Reference: UOL06464