PostDoc in Regulatory Compliance & Requirement Engineering

Université du Luxembourg; Ralingen; Vor Ort; EUR 86.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An international research university in Luxembourg seeks a postdoctoral researcher for a collaborative project with the EIB, focusing on developing secure software systems. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field and expertise in requirements engineering, NLP, and machine learning. The role involves managing research projects and mentoring students. A competitive salary and a stimulating work environment are offered.

Leistungen

Modern university atmosphere

Close ties to the business world

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifikationen

• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Strong analytical skills and proactive problem-solving.

Aufgaben

• Carry out research in predefined areas.
• Implement prototype tools.
• Manage and contribute to research projects.
• Prepare project deliverables.
• Disseminate results through publications.

Kenntnisse

Requirements Engineering

Natural Language Processing

Text mining and information extraction

Machine learning

Document Intelligence

Python

Microsoft's AI and Power Platforms

Ausbildung

PhD in Computer Science, Informatics, or Software Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

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.

We play an instrumental role in Europe by fueling innovation through research partnerships with industry, boosting R&D investments leading to economic growth, and attracting highly qualified talent.

We look for researchers from diverse academic backgrounds to contribute to our 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 an attractive research associate (postdoc) position in the context of a collaborative research project with the European Investment Bank (EIB) group, supported by the STAREBEI (STAges de REcherche BEI) 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, carrying out both upstream activities such as requirements quality assurance and regulatory compliance, as well as downstream verification & validation activities, such as software testing and runtime verification. For further information, you may refer to https://www.uni.lu/snt-en/research-groups/svv

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

Responsibilities

• Carrying out research in the predefined areas


• Implementing prototype tools


• Managing and contributing to national and international research projects


• Preparing project deliverables


• Disseminating results through scientific publications


• Presenting results in well-known international conferences and workshops


• Providing guidance to PhD, MSc, and BSc students


• Organizing relevant workshops and demonstrations


• Participating in proposal drafting to attract industrial, national, and European projects

Your profile

We are looking for a motivated candidate who can work independently and efficiently, is proactive in solving problems, and has strong analytical skills. The candidate should be interested in working in an international team with a multi-disciplinary set of backgrounds, where sharing resources and teamwork is essential. Most importantly, the candidate should be curiosity driven and willing to constantly learn new things!

Qualification

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

Experience

• Expertise (supported by a sound publication track record in relevant international conferences and top journals) in the following topics: Requirements Engineering


• Natural Language Processing and Understanding


• Text mining and information extraction


• Machine learning


• Document Intelligence


• Background in any of the following topics: Financial Technologies


• Regulatory Technologies


• Model-driven Engineering


• Proficiency in Python


• Proficiency or experience in Microsoft's AI and Power Platforms will be considered an asset


• Experience with information extraction from financial contracts or legal documents would be considered a significant advantage

Language Skills

Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.

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

• Curriculum Vitae


• Cover letter

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.

The University of Luxembourg is committed to achieving gender parity among its staff. Should candidates present equivalent profiles, preference will be given to female candidates in all departments where gender parity is not yet achieved.

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.

General information

• Contract Type : Fixed Term Contract 12 Month


• Work Hours : Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week


• Location : Kirchberg Campus


• Internal Title : Postdoctoral researcher


• Job Reference : UOL07745


• The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the UL is EUR 85176 (full time).