DC-26115 RESEARCHER IN LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT WITH AI-BASED MODELS INTEGRATION

Fixed term contract | Belvaux | 18 Months

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/

How will you contribute?

You will be part of the Environmental Sustainability Assessment and Circularity (SUSTAIN) Unit, which conducts cross‑disciplinary research to support the transition toward a more sustainable, resilient, and healthy society. SUSTAIN combines expertise in environmental sciences, circular economy, risk and safety assessment, and sustainable innovation to address complex challenges related to human and environmental health, climate change, and resource efficiency, developing knowledge, methods, and transferable software for the simulation and comprehensive sustainability assessment of socio-economic systems. Its purpose is to foster sustainable eco-innovation, through products and technologies, as well as support sustainability-oriented policy implementation and behavioural change to promote decarbonisation transitions.

Within the SUSTAIN Unit, you will join the Industrial Ecology (IE) research group. The group consists of 15 researchers with a broad range of expertise and diverse cultural backgrounds, and united by the common purpose of supporting the sustainability transition.

The IE Group conducts research at the intersection between life cycle assessment (LCA), other quantitative industrial ecology approaches (material flow analysis, input output analysis, etc.), and data-driven methods (optimisation, generative AI, agent-based modelling, machine learning).

Our work provides decision support for policy makers, industry stakeholders, and researchers by delivering actionable insights into resource use efficiency, circularity, and environmental impacts across scales—from products and cities to global supply chains. By joining us you will contribute to this exciting endeavour.

You will carry out life cycle assessments of new technologies and products, using LCA modelling workflows based on the well-known Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Software Framework Brightway. The use of advanced computational techniques (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning) will be required in certain applications.

You will work on three European research projects: Insight, Pink and WeForming.

The candidate shall master LCA and have a sound knowledge of the main databases and data formats, open-source software solutions and life cycle impact assessment methods.

You will be mainly in charge of:

·          Developing LCI models and using LCA to assess different scenarios of energy storages in batteries, as well as the realization of preliminary LCAs for novel substances.

·          Collecting and organising data coming from the project partners

·          Implementing programming pipelines requiring the use of AI and ML models

·          Contribute to the development of Domain Specific Languages (DSLs) for facilitating computational LCA pipelines

·          Contribute to project reporting and oral and written communication

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

Education

·          A PhD in an engineering discipline is mandatory.

Experience and skills

·          Proven programming expertise in Python is necessary; knowledge of other programming languages are additional assets

·          Good knowledge of AI and Machine Learning models and proven experience in their implementation and usage

·          Good expertise on the use of commercial and open-source Large Language Models (LLMs)

·          Good knowledge of LCA methodology and standards

·          Good knowledge of the Brightway LCA calculation framework and ecosystem.

·          Proven organizational skills and interdisciplinary thinking, a problem-solving mind-set, and a strong team-working capability, but is also able to work in autonomy and creatively.

Language skills

·          Flawless knowledge of English (both spoken and written) is required. Other 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 Digital lunch vouchers

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Your application must include:

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

·          A CV with contact details

·          List of publications (and patents, if applicable)

·          Contact details of 2 references

·          Link to portfolio repository (e.g., GitHub)

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.