Project Manager – FutureFinTech Programme

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 talent. We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

The Project Manager will collaborate with the Principal Investigator (PI) Prof. Gilbert Fridgen, as well as the Leadership Team in the implementation of the FutureFinTech National Centre of Excellence in Research and Innovation, a strategic, large-scale initiative funded by the FNR and the Ministry of Economy. FutureFinTech aims to strengthen Luxembourg's position as a leading international financial centre by advancing interdisciplinary research on the data-driven transformation of financial services, fostering collaboration between academia, industry and policymakers, and developing the next generation of FinTech expertise.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the PI for the day-to-day management of FutureFinTech with a high degree of autonomy
• Animate and coordinate the FinTech – related research activities at SnT, leveraging synergies across research groups, identifying collaboration opportunities, and ensuring alignment with SnT's overall research and innovation strategy
• Serve as a key liaison with government, academic, and industry stakeholders to strengthen FutureFinTech's ecosystem and international visibility
• Facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration within SnT and with external partners to maximise scientific, industrial, and policy impact
• Develop, implement, and monitor National Center of Excellence road map in alignment with SnT's strategic objectives and national research priorities
• Maintain an overview of all ongoing activities in close coordination with the PI, project fellows, and internal and external stakeholders
• Organise and coordinate regular meetings across all levels of the project's governance structure
• Monitor project deliverables, milestones, and timelines, including critical path and risk management, and adjust planning as required in cooperation with the PI
• Coordinate activities among project partners to ensure timely delivery, risk mitigation, and quality assurance
• Develop and maintain a project dashboard and prepare key performance indicators to support monitoring and decision-making
• Produce strategic and operational reports and progress updates for decision-making bodies and funding agencies
• Contribute to project communication and visibility in collaboration with SnT's Communication Team

• Proven experience in project or programme management, ideally in a research, innovation, or public sector environment. Goal-orientation, proactivity, and the ability to balance thoroughness and pragmatism
• Own research experience (e.g., PhD degree) in Information Systems, Computer Science, Law, Finance, or Management is an advantage
• Experience in the financial or FinTech sector is a strong asset
• Excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities; capable of building consensus and influencing diverse audiences
• High degree of autonomy, initiative, and organisational skill
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required; knowledge of French, German, or Luxembourgish is an advantage

• Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the "University of the Greater Region" (UniGR)
• A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure
• A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs …

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 is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

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: Kirchberg Campus
• Internal Title: Project manager
• Job Reference: UOL07859

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