Research Associate
Job Description
The Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research (LISER) is seeking a Research Associate (Post-doctoral, f/m) to join their Urban Development and Mobility department for a groundbreaking 24-month research project. This full-time position offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge interdisciplinary research examining the intersection of housing and migration patterns over more than a century.
You will be instrumental in the FNR-funded P(R)OP2 project – Property Data Meets Population Data in Past and Present: Migration and Property Relations in the Long Run (1910-2024) – a collaborative initiative between the C2DH at the University of Luxembourg and LISER. This innovative project challenges conventional assumptions about migrant integration by examining how housing availability and access shape integration outcomes rather than focusing solely on individual choices or cultural factors.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive analyses of migrant integration and segregation patterns through housing in Dudelange spanning 1910 to 2024
- Work with rich historical and contemporary datasets including land registry archives, population censuses, migrant arrival records, and administrative population registers
- Develop and implement quantitative and qualitative research methodologies with strong spatial analysis components
- Produce high-quality research outputs aligned with the department's scientific objectives and policy-relevant goals
- Collaborate with historians and social scientists from diverse disciplinary backgrounds including geography, economics, sociology, and urban planning
- Contribute to academic publications, policy briefs, and research dissemination activities
- Present findings at national and international conferences and academic meetings
- Participate in departmental research activities and contribute to grant proposal development
- Support the department's mission of understanding urban dynamics and cross-border integration
- Engage in knowledge transfer activities to maximize societal impact of research findings
Requirements
Essential Qualifications:
- Ph.D. (completed or near completion) in housing studies, geography, urban history, sociology, or other relevant social sciences
- Demonstrated research experience in housing studies, migration studies, or urban history
- Strong track record of research outputs with demonstrable social impact
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Proven ability to work with complex datasets and apply appropriate analytical methods
- Experience with spatial analysis techniques and methodologies
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency in French or German
- Experience with historical data analysis and archival research
- Knowledge of Luxembourg's social and urban development context
- Familiarity with policy-relevant research and knowledge transfer activities
- Previous experience in international research environments
What We Offer
Research Environment:
- Dynamic, stimulating, and international research environment with approximately 200 employees
- Access to world-class research facilities at the Belval campus, home to the University of Luxembourg and leading research institutes
- Collaborative opportunities with the Luxembourg Income Study (LIS), Luxembourg Institute of Health (LIH), and Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST)
- Membership in a department recognized for excellence in urban development and mobility research
Professional Development:
- Comprehensive career support and development opportunities including specialized trainings and seminars
- Financial support for participation in international meetings and conferences
- Mentorship and guidance from leading researchers in the field
- Opportunities to develop competitive funding proposals with tailored institutional support
- Access to cutting-edge research infrastructure and analytical tools
Work-Life Balance:
- Flexible working hours and teleworking possibilities
- 32.5 days of annual leave for full-time contracts
- Competitive remuneration package according to Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Additional benefits including meal vouchers and bonus payments
LISER particularly encourages applications from female researchers and maintains a strong commitment to equal opportunity employment. Join our internationally recognized institute focused on scientific excellence and societal impact, contributing to sustainable and inclusive society through multidisciplinary research.
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About LISER
LISER (Luxembourg Institute of Socio-Economic Research) is a leading research institute based in Luxembourg that conducts cutting-edge scientific research in socio-economic fields. The organization operates in an international and dynamic environment, focusing on interdisciplinary research across multiple departments and programs. LISER provides opportunities for academic collaboration and knowledge development while contributing to advancements in social and economic research.