DC-26058 – DATA SCIENTIST FOR DIGITAL TWINS PROJECTS

Fixed term contract | 24 Months | Belval

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

The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a leading Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) that drives innovation for the economy and society in Luxembourg and beyond. With cutting-edge expertise in Natural, Built, Industrial environments, Space, AI, Security and defence technologies. LIST bridges scientific excellence and applied research to design solutions that address real-world challenges and create positive impact.

Do you want to know more about LIST? Check our website: https://www.list.lu/

How will you contribute?

Contributing to multiple R&D projects in the AIRA team, an R&T Scientist position is opened to contribute with algorithms and models in data-driven and digital twin initiatives at LIST. As a team member, you will contribute to the development of data applications and dashboards that drive Digital Twin projects. You will act as the scientific bridge to partners and customers, translating complex needs into algorithms, models, and metrics. Utilizing the infrastructure provided by the Research Engineers of the team, you will produce the high-level insights necessary for a diversity of projects.

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Your duties may include:

• Algorithm Development: Evaluate, select, and apply advanced scientific methods to create data applications, dashboards, and predictive models. Define and implement specialized metrics and indicators for sectors like energy transition, urban logistics, mobility, and climate resilience, required by multiple projects to which you will contribute

• Digital Twin Integration: Contribute to the design and build end-to-end Decision-Support Systems (DSS) and Digital Twins using modern technical stacks. Translate partner requirements into the core metrics and models required for high-fidelity Digital Twin solutions.

• Contribution to team technical stacks: Translate research outputs (e.g., models, algorithms) into deployable and reusable components, including APIs and services. Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and agile development practices

• Dashboards and visualization: Design and maintain intuitive dashboard visualizations that enable clear and effective user interaction Develop and maintain web-based user interfaces to enable intuitive interaction with the digital twin and data services.

• Scientific Analysis: Make critical analysis and synthesis of new or complex ideas to solve challenges in projects like CitCom.ai.

• Task Leadership: Take charge of the development and conduct of tasks and work packages or small RDI projects.

• Dissemination: Publish scientific papers, technical reports and project deliverables, and present findings at international conferences and to the research community.

• Funding & Proposals: Define RDI project proposals under guidance and contribute to identifying new funding opportunities.

• Networking: Actively support the group senior staff and management to develop scientific and industrial networks relevant to AI and Digital Twins.

• Mentorship: Assist and guide entry-level researchers, technicians, or trainees.

Education

• PhD degree or equivalent experience in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related scientific field.

Experience and skills

• Experience in R&D projects related to the field of data analytics and modelling in Energy, Environment, Mobility or Climate, among others.

• Strong programming skills in Python/R, machine learning frameworks, and dashboarding tools (e.g., Streamlit, Superset, Grafana, PowerBI).

• Familiarity with various types of databases, including NoSQL (e.g. MongoDB), graph databases (e.g., Neo4j), and time-series databases (e.g., InfluxDB, TimescaleDB).

• Frontend development experience using modern frameworks such as React or Angular, with a focus on usability and performance would be desirable (not mandatory)

• Strong capacity for abstraction, reasoning, and structured problem-solving. 

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across diverse, multicultural teams and translate between technical and organizational contexts.

• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Familiarity with the EU and Luxembourg RDI landscape and research funding mechanisms.

• Proven project management skills and a focus on collaborative teamwork

Language skills

• Fluency in English both oral and written. Other relevant languages are an asset.

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 lunch vouchers

Apply online

Your application must include:

• A motivation letter oriented towards the position and detailing your experience

• A scientific CV with contact details

• List of publications (and patents, if applicable)

• Contact details of 2 references

Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

Application procedure and conditions

We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any discriminatory purposes.

LIST is dedicated to maintaining an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or disability.

Applications will be continuously reviewed until the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the requirements mentioned above.