Professor in Nursing Sciences

About us

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

The Faculty of Science, Technology, and Medicine at the University of Luxembourg strives for excellence in the education and research of medicine, biomedical sciences, and health professions. In 2023, the University launched four Bachelors of Science in specialized nursing programs - Bachelors in the fields of surgery, anaesthesia/resuscitation, paediatrics, and mental health. A fifth program 'Bachelor of Nursing in General Care' started in September 2024, and two more specialties - Midwifery and Technical-medical assistant in Radiology - started in September 2025. These programs are organized by combining theoretical training using the latest technology with practical training in hospitals, outpatient clinics and care centers, in collaboration with various institutions in the country and abroad.

Your role

Due to the expansion of our educational programs in health professions, we are now recruiting a Professor in Nursing Science with a focus on perioperative nursing or in psychiatric nursing to further strengthen education and research efforts. The position will be offered at the level of Full Professor or Associate Professor (promotion track), depending on qualifications. The professor will be appointed to the university on a full-time basis and will have a leadership role in building and coordinating nursing education. This academic position combines responsibilities in teaching and research, with teaching as the primary focus. Involvement in professional clinical activity will be regarded positively.

Teaching

The holder of this position is expected to co-build, co-direct, and teach in the Bachelor's programs in nursing and related fields, with a primary focus on the Bachelor in Nursing sciences - perioperative surgical care or the Bachelor in Nursing sciences - Psychiatric nurse. The holder will be involved in student selection, the development of the training plans for nursing students, coordination and organization of theoretical and practical teaching, the evaluation of programs, in close cooperation with the teachers and tutors of the clinical placements. These efforts will be carried out in collaboration with professors, teachers and researchers from the different health programs of the university, including medicine, biology, midwifery, and nursing and in close cooperation with external partners.

Research

The holder of this position will be expected to develop research based on quantitative methodologies within the topics of the department and the general framework of the university strategy. Disciplinary and interdisciplinary collaborations within the university, as well as with national and international partners will be supported.

For additional information, please contact Prof. Marie FRIEDEL -

Your profile

The ideal candidate is an experienced teacher and researcher who meets the following criteria:

• A nursing degree, complemented by recent clinical experience (ideally within the past five years), preferably at an advanced nursing practice level
• A doctorate degree (PhD) in Nursing, Public health or another health-related field
• At least 4 years of relevant clinical nursing experience in either perioperative surgery or psychiatric nursing
• Proven experience in nursing education, including theoretical teaching and supervision of trainees
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices.
• Experience in curriculum development and directing educational programs in nursing
• Internationally recognized research experience as evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals
• Administrative and management experience in line with level of experience
• Connections to nursing education departments in international universities and nursing societies
• Open and collaborative mindset, ability to work in a team
• Leadership and mentoring qualities
• Solution-oriented, creative, able to foster a positive work environment
• Commitment to work with students and deliver high-quality teaching
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic, multicultural, and multilingual environment

Language requirements:

The University of Luxembourg is set in a multilingual context. The person hired on this position must be proficient in English and either French or German. The University encourages its staff to learn the other language and provides access to language courses to this end.

We offer

• Contribution to the development of the health sciences programmes at the University of Luxembourg
• 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:

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (including periods of absences from work if applicable, including parental leave)
• Cover letter
• List of teaching activities (during the last 5 years)
• List of publications (during the last 5 years)
• List and brief description of research projects executed (during the last 5 years) including PhD supervision
• List of obtained research fundings including pending applications
• Contact information of at least 3 referees

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 31st January 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
• Location: Belval Campus
• Planned Start date: September 2026
• Internal Title: Full professor or Chief scientist
• Job Reference: UOL07827

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.