Doctoral Researcher in AI & Bioinformatics University of Luxembourg in Luxembourg

The University of Luxembourg invites applications for a Doctoral Researcher position in AI & Bioinformatics at the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB). The LCSB is renowned for its interdisciplinary research in Systems Biology and Biomedicine, with a strong focus on neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. The centre brings together scientists from over 50 countries, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant team to conduct integrative analyses of large-scale biomedical datasets, with a particular emphasis on single-cell omics and clinical data. The research aims to predict clinical outcomes and identify therapeutic targets for complex neurological and cancer disorders. Key responsibilities include implementing and applying software analysis pipelines, performing statistical and machine learning analyses, and collaborating with experimental and clinical partners to interpret disease-related data.

Applicants should possess a MSc or equivalent degree in biostatistics, bioinformatics, computational biology, machine learning, or related fields. Essential qualifications include experience in large-scale data processing, statistics, machine learning, and omics data analysis. Additional strengths such as expertise in pathway and network analysis, single-cell data analysis, and familiarity with neurodegenerative disease biology are highly valued. Candidates must demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis and have strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

The position offers a fixed-term contract of 36 months, full-time employment (40 hours per week), and a competitive yearly gross salary of EUR 41,976. The University of Luxembourg provides a modern, international, and inclusive working environment with excellent infrastructure and close ties to industry and European institutions.

To apply, candidates should submit their application online via the university's HR system, including a CV, cover letter, transcripts, and contact details of at least two referees. Early applications are encouraged as the selection process is ongoing. The University of Luxembourg is committed to promoting equality and diversity among its staff and students.