Postdoctoral Researcher in Sociology

About the FHSE

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

The Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) at the University of Luxembourg 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.

Your role

The postdoctoral researcher will analyze data from the Youth Survey Luxembourg (YSL) under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Robin Samuel. The YSL covers a range of topics such as attitudes, digitality, health, political participation, and values of young people. Luxembourg is a highly diverse society and there is a need to better understand how social background shapes life chances. Further tasks will be to contribute to the design and collection of future YSL waves and disseminate findings to relevant audiences.

The successful candidate will join the YSL research team (two PhD students, one postdoctoral researcher) at the Centre for Childhood and Youth Research (CCY) within the Department of Social Sciences. The CCY is a multidisciplinary research group studying youth development and social inequalities. It maintains strong links with national and international research institutes and organizations.

Your responsibilities:

• Conduct policy-relevant research using quantitative analyses of YSL and comparative datasets
• Publish findings in academic journals and reports
• Contribute to the design and data collection of future YSL waves
• Disseminate results to stakeholders through policy briefs and data reports
• Present research at national and international conferences
• Contribute to funding applications

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Robin Samuel: (+352) 46 66 44 5084 /

Your profile

• Ph.D. degree in sociology or a related social science discipline
• Expertise in data collection and advanced statistical analysis
• Expertise in youth research is an asset
• Proficiency in data processing and analysis software (e.g. R, Stata, Python, SPSS)
• Proficient in at least two of the following languages: English, French, German (written and spoken); Luxembourgish is an asset

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
• Statement of planned analyses using YSL data, including methodological approach (max. one page)
• Writing sample (e.g., PhD thesis)
• Copies of diplomas
• Contact details of three academic referees

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: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07343

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 83099 (full time).