Research Associate (Postdoc) for the Software Verification and Validation Laboratory - The University of Luxembourg

The University of Luxembourg seeks to hire outstanding Research Associates at its “Software Verification and Validation” (SVV) Laboratory.
SVV (www.svv.lu) is a new, large, and international laboratory in software verification and validation, aimed at conducting applied research in close collaboration with industry partners. The laboratory was founded in 2012 by Prof. Briand through a large PEARL grant awarded by the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR). The working language of the laboratory is English.
SVV is part of the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT, www.securityandtrust.lu) at the University of Luxembourg (www.uni.lu).
SnT, established in 2009 and currently employing more than 200 staff members, carries out interdisciplinary research in secure, reliable and trustworthy ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) systems and services, in collaboration with industrial, governmental and international partners. SnT is active in several international research projects funded by the EU 7th framework programme and the European Space Agency.
The University of Luxembourg was established in 2003 as a research-focused university and has since been quickly expanding and hiring internationally renowned scientists and academics.
Ref: I2R-SVV-PFN-11VVLA
Fixed-term contract 2 to 3 years, full-time (40 hrs/week)
Number of positions: 2
Your Role
You will take part in projects with industry partners of the software verification and validation laboratory through contributing to and managing projects. This includes but is not limited to, supporting the laboratory in project planning and execution, preparing and reviewing deliverables, communicating and coordinating with partners, planning and participating in project meetings, dissemination activities, and project reporting. You will prepare and submit scientific material for peer-review and publication independently or in collaboration with other researchers.
For further inquiries, please contact Prof. Lionel Briand (Lionel.Briand-AT-uni.lu)
Your Profile
A PhD in software engineering, preferably with a focus on model-driven engineering, testing and verification, and application security.
Experience in the ICT industry will be considered an advantage.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory.
We offer
The duration (2 to 3 year limited duration contract) and level of appointment will be commensurate with experience. The SVV Laboratory offers a highly competitive salary and the opportunity to work in an exciting international environment and to be part of the establishment of a new, highly visible scientific endeavor in collaboration with industry partners.
The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.
Further Information
Applications should be sent online in English and should include:
Cover letter indicating the research area of interest
Current curriculum vitae
List of publications
Contact information for 3 referees
Deadline for applications: December 20th, 2013
Further Information
SVV laboratory: www.svv.lu
SnT: www.securityandtrust.lu
FNR PEARL Programme: www.fnr.lu/en/Grants-Activities/Research-Programmes/PEARL-Programme.