Job title: PhD Candidate in Educational Sciences
Company: University of Luxembourg
Job description: The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.
The Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences. People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed.
The faculty’s research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society. The FHSE offers six Bachelor and twenty Master degrees and a doctoral school providing students with the necessary knowledge and high-qualified skills to succeed in their future career.
Your Role…
The PhD position will be focused on conducting research in the field of science teacher education. In particular, the doctoral study will explore a professional development initiative offered through the SciTeach Center, a resource center dedicated to supporting the teaching of science at the primary levels in Luxembourg. The successful candidate will both coordinate and research the SciTeach Center Multiplikatoren initiative, thereby contributing to the research program led by Prof. Dr. Christina Siry, while being affiliated with the Institute for Teaching and Learning and situated within the Department of Education and Social Work (DESW). The PhD candidate will engage in independent as well as collaborative educational research focused on in-service teachers participating in innovative formation continue offerings, with a focus on sociocultural theoretical perspectives as related to teacher education and will work as a part of a dynamic research team. The position includes coordinating and coteaching professional development workshops for in-service teachers.
Under the direction of Prof. Dr. Christina Siry, the successful candidate will:
- Engage in research targeted at receiving a PhD in Educational Sciences (cumulative; i.e. based on peer-reviewed publications),
- Conduct an in-depth literature review to support the research plan,
- Coordinate the organization of data-sets, including video data collection and management, and multi-level data analysis,
- Communicate and collaborate with a research team, including teachers and student assistants,
- Engage in international opportunities for learning and development (i.e., doctoral summer school possibilities),
- Take responsibility for administrative tasks within the study, including coordinating the SciTeach Center Multiplikatoren initiative,
- Author, and co-author, international publications (in English-speaking peer reviewed journals and at scientific conferences).
What we expect from you…
- Masters degree in educational sciences or a related field,
- Strong knowledge of, and interest, in qualitative research methods and / or educational research,
- Willingness to travel internationally for conferences and training opportunities,
- Fluency in English required, additional proficiency in German is also required, and Luxembourgish will be considered an asset
- Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively,
- Possession of communication and administrative skills,
- Experience working as part of a multi-professional team and / or with primary school teachers will be considered an asset.
In Short…
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Belval
- Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
- Job Reference: UOL05725
The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 39953 (full time)
How to apply…
Applications should be submitted online and include:
- a letter of motivation,
- a detailed CV, including publication record and teaching experience,
- at least two names and addresses of possible referees.
Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. To ensure full consideration, candidates should apply by 15th May 2023. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.
The University of Luxembourg embraces inclusion and diversity as key values. We are fully committed to removing any discriminatory barrier related to gender, and not only, in recruitment and career progression of our staff.
Here’s what awaits you at the University
- 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 …
Further information…
Contact: Christina Siry
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Expected salary: €39953 per year
Location: Belval, Esch-sur-Alzette
Job date: Thu, 27 Apr 2023 01:05:42 GMT
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