Postdoctoral Position in Computer Science

University of Luxembourg

Position Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher in Requirement Engineering with Emphasis on Regulatory Compliance

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Duration: 12 Months
Work Hours: Full Time (40.0 hours/week)
Location: Kirchberg Campus, University of Luxembourg
Internal Title: Postdoctoral Researcher
Job Reference: UOL07745
Salary: EUR 85,176 gross per year (full time)

About the SnT

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

The Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT) at the University of Luxembourg is a leading international research and innovation centre in secure, reliable, and trustworthy ICT systems and services.

SnT contributes to Europe by:

  • Fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry

  • Boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth

  • Attracting highly qualified talent

Researchers from diverse academic backgrounds are encouraged to contribute to projects in areas such as: Network Security, Information Assurance, Model-driven Security, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Satellite Systems, Vehicular Networks, and ICT Services & Applications.

Your Role

We offer a research associate (postdoc) position in the context of a collaborative research project with the European Investment Bank (EIB) group, supported by the STAREBEI program.

The successful candidate will join the SVV research group, headed by Prof. Domenico Bianculli.

The group focuses on the development and design of reliable, safe, and secure software systems, including:

  • Upstream activities: requirements quality assurance, regulatory compliance

  • Downstream activities: software testing, runtime verification

The position holder will work with Prof. Domenico Bianculli, Dr. Sallam Abualhaija, and co-tutors from the EIB group.

Responsibilities include:

  • Carrying out research in predefined areas

  • Implementing prototype tools

  • Managing and contributing to national and international research projects

  • Preparing project deliverables

  • Disseminating results through scientific publications

  • Presenting results at international conferences and workshops

  • Providing guidance to PhD, MSc, and BSc students

  • Organizing workshops and demonstrations

  • Participating in proposal drafting for industrial, national, and European projects

Your Profile

We seek a motivated candidate who:

  • Can work independently and efficiently

  • Is proactive in problem-solving

  • Possesses strong analytical skills

  • Enjoys working in an international, multi-disciplinary team

  • Is curiosity-driven and eager to learn continuously

Qualifications:

  • PhD degree in Computer Science, Informatics, or Software Engineering obtained within the last 36 months

Experience:

  • Expertise (with publication track record) in:

    • Requirements Engineering

    • Natural Language Processing and Understanding

    • Text Mining and Information Extraction

    • Machine Learning

    • Document Intelligence

  • Background in any of the following:

    • Financial Technologies

    • Regulatory Technologies

    • Model-driven Engineering

  • Proficiency in Python

  • Experience with Microsoft’s AI and Power Platforms (a plus)

  • Experience with information extraction from financial contracts or legal documents (significant advantage)

Language Skills:

  • Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English

We Offer

  • Multilingual and international environment with staff from 90 countries

  • Modern, dynamic institution with high-quality equipment

  • Close ties to the business world and Luxembourg labor market

  • Collaboration with European institutions, innovative companies, Financial Centre, ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs

How to Apply

Applications should include:

  • Curriculum Vitae

  • Cover Letter

Early applications are encouraged as applications are processed upon reception. Applications must be submitted online through the HR system; applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to gender parity and diversity and inclusion. Preference will be given to female candidates in departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

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