Physician-Scientist in Neurology

Your role

This position offers a distinctive opportunity to combine specialist training in Neurology with clinical and translational research in neurodegenerative diseases. In Luxembourg, you will join a closely connected ecosystem in which the Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme (https://www.parkinson.lu/) advances clinical and translational research in Parkinson’s disease, while ParkinsonNet Luxembourg (https://www.parkinsonnet.lu/) connects healthcare professionals through a multidisciplinary integrated care network dedicated to coordinated, evidence-based patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration and continuing medical education.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide clinical care in inpatient and outpatient settings at the Neurology Department of the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg
• Structured clinical-to-research rotations (6months/6months corresponding to 50%/50% engagement at CHL and Uni LU)
• Recruit and perform neurological examination of participants in the Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme cohort and related clinical research studies
• Establish, implement and optimise workflows for patient recruitment, clinical phenotyping and longitudinal follow-up
• Establish own research project(s) of interest using large established deep-phenotyped cohorts focusing on neurodegenerative disorders: PD and related disorders
• Actively contribute to national and international clinical studies and clinical trials aimed at improving the early diagnosis, prognostic stratification and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
• Design and conduct clinical and translational research projects in collaboration with national and international partners
• Engage with ParkinsonNet Luxembourg, a multidisciplinary integrated care network promoting coordinated, evidence-based care, interdisciplinary collaboration, knowledge exchange and continuing medical education for healthcare professionals
• Contribute to continuing professional education, clinical case discussions and the dissemination of scientific advances to healthcare professionals through ParkinsonNet Luxembourg
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring students in clinical neurology and the research aspects of neurodegenerative diseases
• Participate in public engagement and professional education activities to raise awareness of neurodegenerative diseases
• Present research findings at national and international scientific meetings and conferences
• Contribute to scientific publications, research grant applications and collaborative research proposals

Your profile

• Medical degree (MD) recognised in Luxembourg (EU), with a strong interest in specialist training in Neurology and in pursuing a clinician-scientist career
• Strong motivation to engage in clinical and translational research, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases
• Commitment to combining high-quality clinical practice with structured and sustained research activity
• Independent, proactive and highly motivated, with a strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage clinical and research responsibilities effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and international teams
• Good computer skills, including proficiency in standard office software such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent command of French and/or German. Excellent command of English is also required

We offer

• 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 …

How to apply

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• Names, contact information and current position of 1-2 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you
• MD diploma and EU equivalency certificate

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.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

• Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month
• Work Hours: Part Time 20.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval Campus / Luxembourg research clinic (LRC)
• Internal Title: Research and development specialist
• Job Reference: UOL07775

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About the FSTM

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

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) at the University of Luxembourg contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.