- The successful candidate will contribute to the research activities undertaken by the ATOZ Chair for European and International Taxation under the direction of the chairholder Professor Werner Haslehner
- In particular, the Post-Doc will be tasked with coordinating a research project on Luxembourg tax law that shall culminate in the first full commentary of Luxembourg’s income tax code. This will involve key editorial work in addition to contributing original research on Luxembourg tax law
- The Post-Doc shall also contribute to the organisation of workshops related to the project and publish academic contributions in relevant journals
- The Post-Doc shall contribute to the teaching needs in tax law where necessary
Qualifications…
We are seeking to hire a person who fulfils all of the following criteria:
- PhD in Tax Law, ideally combined with experience in Luxembourg tax law
- Proven track-record of independent research
- Proficiency in the languages required for the coordination of the project: English & French is a must, fluency in German will be considered a strong advantage
- Ability to coordinate a multi-year research project with 10+ contributors, taking care of planning, communication and editorial tasks
- Motivation to commit and take ownership of a joint project over several years
In short…
- Contract Type: 24 months fixed-term contract (12 months extension possible)
- Work Hours: 24 hours / week (3 full days)
- Location: Kirchberg
- Starting date: 1st of September 2021
- Job Reference: UOL04141 / Post-doc Law (to be mentioned in all correspondence)
In particular, we offer:
- Personal work space at the University
- Flexible working hours (regular presence at the University’s premises will be required)
- Support and training possibilities towards for next steps in academic career
- Attractive remuneration.
About us…
The University of Luxembourg aspires to be one of Europe’s most highly regarded universities with a distinctly international and interdisciplinary character. It fosters the cross-fertilisation of research and teaching, is relevant to its country, is known worldwide for its research and teaching in targeted areas and is establishing itself as an innovative model for contemporary European Higher Education. The University`s core asset is its well-connected world-class academic staff which will attract the most motivated, talented and creative students and young researchers who will learn to enjoy taking up challenges and develop into visionary thinkers able to shape society.
The Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance offers three Bachelor programmes, four Master programmes of Management and Economics and six Masters of Laws (LL.M.), as well as several continuing education courses. It also includes the Doctoral School in Law and the Doctoral School in Economics and Finance. Around 2,500 students from 90 different nationalities are enrolled at the Faculty. Academic staff from 18 different nationalities teach at the Faculty, supported by practitioners from the field, visiting scholars and guest professors. Rooted in Luxembourg but with a European and international outlook, the Faculty counts three departments:
- Department of Law
- Department of Economics and Management (DEM)
- Department of Finance
Teaching and research benefit from the proximity of the European institutions, Luxembourg’s world-class financial centre ranked second in the world in investment fund asset domicile, and its vibrant business community. Institutional and private sector partnerships, sponsored Chairs, and a growing network of international partner universities make the FDEF a vibrant academic hub within the University at the heart of Europe.
How to apply…
Applications should be submitted online by 15 June 2021 in English and must include the following:
- A copy of the PhD diploma
- A detailed curriculum vitae with a complete bibliography of published and unpublished academic writing;
- A motivational statement including a project plan outline
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.
For further information please contact: Prof. Dr. Werner Haslehner ([email protected] )
