SD-25276-LEAD R&T SCIENTIST IN CIRCULARITY ASSESSMENT

Permanent contract | Belvaux

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

The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.

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

In the Environmental Sustainability Assessment and Circularity (SUSTAIN) research unit, the LCSA group aims to support industry, policy, and society by developing science-based, sustainability methods and computational tools for life cycle sustainability assessment. Building on strong expertise in environmental LCA, the group now broadens its focus to include social and economic dimensions, as well as better industrial processes simulation, providing a holistic view of sustainability performance.

We are looking for a researcher with relevant experience in the field of Circular Economy, in particular in the application of circularity assessments. The successful candidate shall demonstrate strong expertise in circularity assessment methodologies and indicators, in particular in the development and application of advanced metrics (e.g. Material Circularity Indicator, Circularity Transition Indicators) for evaluating circular performance of products, processes and systems. She/he shall possess a proven track record in sustainable circular systems research, with documented experience in designing and implementing circularity assessment frameworks across various scales from product to sectoral level. The candidate shall be equally versed in theoretical and applied research on Circular Economy transitions, with demonstrated ability to develop novel circularity indicators  and assessment tools that capture multiple dimensions of circularity including material flows, value retention, and system regeneration. She/he should show keen interest in contributing to the development of digital assessment platforms and decision-support tools for circularity, and in transferring research developments to industry and policy applications for accelerating the Circular Economy transition.

How will you contribute?

·        Contribute to funding acquisition via competitive R&I project proposals at EU level

·        Contribute to research and innovation (R&I) projects (both methodological and applied) as team member and take project ownership as principal investigator (PI)

·        Publish project outcomes in high level scientific journals and present at international scientific conferences

·        Identify RDI problems and opportunities within the Circular Economy field, and define appropriate RDI methodologies and approaches

·        Contribute to the exploitation of research findings in view of creating impact in society

·       Use formal and informal channels to establish professional networks. Influence parties within and outside the Circular Economy field regarding projects results, policies, procedures , and industrial practices.

Is Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!

Education

·        PhD in Engineering or Environmental Sciences

Experience and skills

·        At least 3 years of post-doctoral experience in Academic and RTO environments

·        Ability to supervise or co-supervise PhD candidates and/or acts as a mentor for researchers

·        A publication track in the environmental sciences domain, with focus on Circular Economy, with first author publications in relevant journals

·        Ability to perform independent, original research.

·        Hard skills: LCA, programming in python or other scientific languages for LCA, sustainability databases such as ecoinvent or EXIOBASE, SSbD framework  

·        Soft skills: comfortable working in teams, willingness to listen, problem solving attitude, creativity in finding efficient, scalable, or elegant solutions, precision in code testing and design, initiative to tackle challenges and create research opportunities, adept at cultivating and expanding professional connections to foster collaboration opportunities.

Language skills

·        Fluency in English (and French), both oral and written. Other relevant languages are considered to be 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

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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.

Your diploma has to be recognized in Luxembourg. Please refer to:

https://www.uni.lu/en/admissions/diploma-recognition/

https://guichet.public.lu/fr/citoyens/enseignement-formation/etudes-superieures/reconnaissance-diplomes.html