Post-doctoral researcher in Law and Technology in a Digital World

Post-doctoral researcher in Law and Technology in a Digital World
Region: Luxembourg (country)
Required experience: None
Environment: Academic
Contract: Temporary position (Full-time)
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Company description

If you choose to study or do your research at the University of Luxembourg, you will be part of a young and dynamic institution seeking growth, to which you, as a student, researcher or lecturer, can contribute, and actively participate in its development process. The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the heart of Europe, a multilingual country and headquarters of many European institutions and businesses, offers a particularly interesting setting. Therefore, the University of Luxembourg resolutely seeks an international, multilingual vocation and founds privileged partnerships . Since August 12th 2003, the university offers Bachelor and Master Degrees, and Doctorates in line with the Bologna agreement as well as other specific courses . Research focuses on certain priori…

More about Université du Luxembourg

We are seeking a post-doctoral researcher with a degree in law and a special focus on digital technology such as blockchain and AI, researching regulatory questions of value alignment, control and responsibility in an AI-driven digital world.
The ideal candidate overlooks the challenges and shortcomings of regulating digital technologies at the European level and beyond. Working with academics from other disciplines and policy makers, the successful candidate finds solutions to the specific regulatory needs arising from technological innovation in Luxembourg. The chosen candidate conducts both basic and committed research (e.g., White Papers) and contributes their expertise and commitment to the development of the Institute.
For further information, you may contact: Prof. Georg Mein at: Georg.mein@uni.lu

Your profile

  • A PhD in law, with specialization in regulatory questions of digital technology/AI
  • Excellent publication record
  • A proven interest in the societal impact of laws and policies
  • Competence in transdisciplinary communication and research
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of Luxembourgish, French and/or German is a plus
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • Willingness to engage in teamwork in research groups

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

Your application in English should be submitted online and include:

  • Motivation letter (max. two pages)
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Writing sample (e.g., Ph. D. thesis, journal article)
  • Copies of diplomas
  • Names and contact details of two academic referees

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