Professor in Trustworthy and Sovereign AI

About us

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable, and trustworthy ICT systems and services. We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talents. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Trustworthy AI, secure and reliable systems, cloud computing, cryptography, network security, information assurance, satellite systems, vehicular networks, and ICT services & applications.

The Centre is rapidly expanding its research activities and is seeking highly motivated academics who wish to pursue research in close cooperation with our partners.

Your role

The successful candidate will engage in research, education, and technology transfer in the area of Trustworthy and Sovereign Artificial Intelligence. The Chair, supported by Google Cloud, will build and lead a research team at SnT, develop a long-term research programme and initiate collaborative research with SnT's industrial and governmental partners. The candidate is expected to establish an international network in the field, participating in European and international research projects.

The mission is (but not limited) to:

• Build and lead a Trustworthy and Sovereign AI group at SnT
• Lead and develop excellent research and technology transfer creating impact at national and international levels
• Undertake and publish high-quality research, cognizant of relevant metrics for international reputation and scholarly merit
• Establish a systematic and structured approach to knowledge transfer through collaborative research with private and public sector actors, in particular Google Cloud
• Acquire competitive research funding through national and international funding bodies
• Take responsibility for all aspects of the research strategy, operations, and management of the group

For further information about the role, please contact: Yves Le Traon, SnT Director, Email:

Your profile

The candidate is an internationally recognized scientist in the field, with a strong track record of internationally competitive research in line with expectations for the respective career stage.

• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering
• Research expertise in trustworthy and sovereign AI, demonstrated through achievements in one or more of the following areas:
• Robustness, security, and privacy of AI/ML systems
• Adversarial testing, verification, and certification of AI
• Explainability, interpretability, and transparency of AI models
• Design and engineering of scalable AI/ML and generative AI systems (e.g. LLMs, multimodal models), including lifecycle aspects (training, deployment, monitoring, MLOps)
• Software engineering for AI/ML systems and AI/ML for software engineering
• Safe and sovereign deployment of AI in cloud, edge, and hybrid infrastructures
• Additional expertise in AI safety or responsible AI deployment is considered an asset
• Research experience around innovations in AI safety and security will be highly valued
• Experience in leading research, including successful project acquisition from diverse and competitive sources
• Excellent publication record in top-tier journals and conferences

Language requirements:

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual and multicultural context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English. Proficiency in French or German is considered an advantage. The University actively supports language development among its staff and offers access to language courses to this end.

We offer

• A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities
• An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation 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 funding. Support for career development and mentoring. Services to promote staff well-being and a healthy work-life balance

How to apply

Applications should contain:

• Cover letter, to be addressed to Prof. Yves Le Traon
• CV, including periods of absence from work such as family-related leave and career breaks
• Record of research work and teaching experience, including but not limited to:
• Complete list of publications
• List and short description of main research projects acquired over the past 5 (five) years
• List of supervised doctoral theses
• List of teaching activities over the past 5 (five) years
• Statement of research, teaching, and other activities (e.g. knowledge transfer, IP assets, patents, startups, artifacts) planned at Unilu
• Names of at least 4 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application, and their relationship to the candidate

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence. Applications by post or e-mail cannot be considered. We encourage early application. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by March 2, 2026

General Information:

• Contract Type: Academic - Permanent. This position is offered at the Full Professor or Associate Professor level, depending on qualification. Both positions are tenured. At the Associate Professor level, promotion to Full Professor is possible after 5 years upon positive evaluation.
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Preferred Start Date:
• Location: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Full professor or Chief scientist
• Job Reference: UOL07813

Gender equality:

In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, diversity and a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of everybody is respected. The University is committed to achieving gender parity among its academic staff. Should candidates present equivalent CVs, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.