Scientific Director

il y a 7 jours

EschsurAlzette, Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) Temps plein

CEO-26003 SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR

@ Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST)

Permanent contract | Belval

Are you passionate about research? So are we Come and join us

The
Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology
(LIST) is Luxembourg's national research and innovation center focused on natural sciences, engineering, and emerging technologies. As a multidisciplinary Research and Technology Organization (RTO), LIST delivers high-impact research in materials, environment, information technologies, and space resources, advancing Luxembourg's ambition to be a leading knowledge-based, sustainable and resilient economy.

Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website:

LIST is now seeking an outstanding and forward-thinking
Scientific Director
to join its Executive Committee and drive the organisation's next phase of scientific excellence.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Scientific Director will play a pivotal role in further strengthening LIST's position as a world-leading multidisciplinary RTO.

The ideal candidate is a globally recognised scientific leader with a distinguished track record in research and innovation aligned with LIST's research portfolio.

You will bring a bold vision for scientific advancement, a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, and the leadership capabilities to drive research that creates meaningful societal and economic impact.

The role requires a PhD in natural sciences or engineering, global scientific recognition, and at least 15 years of experience in research and innovation, including a minimum of 5 years in senior leadership, preferably within an RTO or a similar research-intensive organisation.

Fluency in English and French is essential.

At LIST, you will join a mission-driven, multicultural community, supported by outstanding facilities, strong European partnerships, and a culture committed to sustainability, diversity, and innovation.

Your LIST benefits

· An organization with a passion for impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works on responsible and independent research projects

· Sustainable by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in paving the way to a green society

· Innovative infrastructures and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres, including innovations in all that we do

· An environment encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas

· Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft and technical skills

· Multicultural and international work environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our workforce

· Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions

· Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract, develop and retain women in science

· 32 days' paid annual leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance

· Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to Digital lunch vouchers

Application procedure and conditions

An executive search exercise is being undertaken by Perrett Laver who will support the Luxembourg Institute of Science & Technology in identifying a field of qualified candidates and assist in their assessment against the requirements for the role.

For informal enquiries about the role please contact Chris McCann at .

To apply, or to download further information on the required qualifications, skills, and experience for the role, please visit

Individuals can access and download additional information using reference number
8160
.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their complete application by 31st December 2025 for full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Shape the future of scientific discovery. Make an impact that matters. Join LIST.

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