An academic in Software Engineering and Programming Systems

Karlstad University; Louvain-la-Neuve; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UCLouvain invites applications for an academic in Software Engineering and Programming Systems. The position includes teaching in computer science across bachelor and master programs in Louvain-la-Neuve and Charleroi; bachelor courses are in French while master courses are in English, and supervision of Master’s theses is expected.

The successful candidate will hold a PhD, demonstrate a proven teaching record, and lead research programs in software science while establishing activities at the

Qualifications

• PhD (doctoral) degree with extended stays or significant international experience.
• Proven university teaching record with publications in international journals.
• Ability to conduct high‑level research and lead research teams.

Responsabilités

• Teach computer science courses in French and master courses in English across programs in Louvain-la-Neuve and Charleroi.
• Supervise Master’s theses and participate in assessment activities.
• Develop and lead software science research programs (languages/paradigms, reliability, data management).
• Establish research activities at the Charleroi site and mentor PhD students.
• Contribute to international visibility and service activities within the university.

Connaissances

Teamwork

French & English

Pedagogical innovation

Research leadership

Funding acquisition

Formation

PhD (doctoral) degree

Description du poste

About us

UCLouvain is the leading French-speaking university in Belgium and is also widely recognised internationally. Founded in the heart of Europe in 1425, the university brings together 40,000 students and 6,000 staff members on nine campuses in Brussels and Wallonia. Research and education activities are organised in 20 faculties, 23 research institutes, 5 learning centres and 18 libraries. UCLouvain also has two university hospitals.

UCLouvain is a major player in the transition to a sustainable society. The challenges of the ecological crisis are integrated into courses and the university develops numerous local projects (such as a university farm and sustainable campuses). As a digital university, UCLouvain is involved in open science and education, and trains academics in innovative teaching practices through its Louvain Learning Lab. Thanks to two science parks, the university’s research benefits from interaction with 250 companies and 3 incubators, which is fuelled further by being at the centre of a region driven by technological innovation.

UCLouvain has a strong tradition of international collaboration in both teaching and research. These partnerships take shape through numerous exchange agreements, its firm commitment to the European alliance Circle U. and the network The Guild, as well as the welcoming of a large community of international researchers, supported by the Louvain Welcome Desk.

Within the Faculty ofLouvain School of Engineeringand theInstitute for Information and Communication Technologies, Electronics and Applied Mathematics, Science and Technology Sector, this position will include the following teaching, research and community service duties:

• Teaching

You will teach mainly in the field of software engineering, programming systems, paradigms and languages, as well as general computer science courses. You will be open to emerging development (programming) techniques and methods. You will conduct teaching in the bachelor degree programs in computer science in Louvain-la-Neuve and Charleroi, in the bachelor degree in engineering, and in the master degree programs in computer science engineering, computer science, data science, and cybersecurity in Louvain-la-Neuve. Bachelor's courses are mainly taught in french, while master's are exclusively taught in english.

You will also be expected to supervise Master’s theses.

• Research

You will develop your research activities, including the lead of research programmes in the field of software science, such as:

• Programming manguages and paradigms
• Software reliability
• Management and querying of large data volumes

Candidates of exceptional caliber whose research falls within other themes, complementary to the computer science expertise present within the ICTEAM research institute, may also be considered.

You are expected to establish research activities on the Charleroi site. Preference may be given to candidates who develop transdisciplinary applications and whose work complements the research currently being carried out within the ICTEAM institute. Experience in software development will be considered an asset.

You will be responsible for the supervision of PhD theses.

Once tenured, you will carry out various service activities and responsibilities within the institution, such as being a member of a programme committee or examination committee, or having management responsibilities within the faculty or research institute.

You will also contribute to serving society, particularly in the economic, social, cultural or development cooperation fields. Finally, you will ensure, through research and teaching activities, the university’s international visibility.

Who we’re looking for

• Education

You have a PhD (doctoral) degree. You have supplemented this with an extended stay or significant experience abroad, outside the institution that awarded your doctorate.

• Experience

You have a proven track record in university teaching, with evidence where possible by formal evaluations. Your scientific experience is demonstrated by publications of international standing.

• Skills

You are comfortable working as part of a team of academics and integrate research results into your teaching. You are capable of conducting high-level scientific research, from obtaining funding to team management. You are creative, open to pedagogical innovation and multidisciplinary.

You can communicate in French and English. If this is not the case, you undertake to acquire a command of these two languages within two years of taking up your position. Knowledge of other languages is an asset.

What we offer

Tenure after positive assessment of the probationary period – typically four years. This type of career entitles you to a public sector pension.

Appointment as lecturer or professor according to your previous academic experience, as determined by the Rectoral Council.

Teaching load capped at 90 hours for a full-time tenure-track position, and 150 hours once tenured.

An attractive and progressive salary according to seniority and the promotion process.

A start date of 1 September 2027 at the earliest.

An integrated leadership and management training programme, including a range of pedagogical, linguistic and other training courses.

Benefits including transport, family, culture, commercial, etc.

Official policy that supports equal opportunities and promotes diversity within academic and all other categories of staff.

Specific emphasis on a work-life balance.

Practical Information

Location:

Science and Technology Sector
(EPL) (https://uclouvain.be/en/faculties/EPL)
(ICTM) (https://uclouvain.be/en/research-institutes/ICTM)

Questions about the procedure:
Madam Céline Brauns, Rector’s Office – [emailprotected]

Questions about online application:
Madam Andreea Chiriac, Rector’s Office – [emailprotected]

Interested?

Applications must be submitted exclusively via UCLouvain’s online recruitment system; submissions through other channels will not be considered.

Applications must include one single PDF file containing the following documents:

• a cover letter (to be included in the single PDF as well as in your candidate profile);
• a detailed and up‑to‑date curriculum vitae (to be included in the single PDF as well as in your candidate profile);
• a copy of the official doctoral degree certificate;
• a complete publication list, including a summary of three recent and significant publications;
• a teaching statement;
• a research statement presenting the proposed research programme for the next five years.

Shortlisted candidates invited for an interview will subsequently be asked to provide:

• a PhD project proposal, with a view to the possible recruitment of a doctoral candidate during the first year of appointment;
• three to five letters of reference, submitted directly by referees according to the instructions provided by the University.

Job details

Title

An academic in Software Engineering and Programming Systems

2026-11-05 12:00 (Europe/Brussels)
2026-11-05 12:00 (CET)

Closing on: 2026-11-05 (Europe/Brussels)

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