Research support technician for the Simulation Training Unit

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character. The University was founded in 2003 and counts more than 6,700 students and more than 2,000 employees from around the world. The University’s faculties and interdisciplinary centres focus on research in the areas of Computer Science and ICT Security, Materials Science, European and International Law, Finance and Financial Innovation, Education, Contemporary and Digital History. In addition, the University focuses on cross-disciplinary research in the areas of Data Modelling and Simulation as well as Health and System Biomedicine. Times Higher Education ranks the University of Luxembourg #3 worldwide for its “international outlook,” #20 in the Young University Ranking 2021 and among the top 250 universities worldwide.

The Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine (FSTM) contributes multidisciplinary expertise in the fields of Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences and Medicine. Through its dual mission of teaching and research, the FSTM seeks to generate and disseminate knowledge and train new generations of responsible citizens, in order to better understand, explain and advance society and environment we live in.

The Medical and Nursing Education of the faculty is in a constant development. The Simulation training Unit is a full installation, equipped with task-trainers, endoscopy and imaging simulators, high technicity mannequins, medical material, monitoring platform, that requires a constant care and supervision to guaranty its availability for teaching activities. In this frame, the Medical and nursing Education teams aim at hiring a highly skilled candidate for this position.

Your Role...

• Ensure the maintenance and update of equipment
• Manage the inventory and storage of equipment
• Ensure consumable management and reconditioning use
• Prepare teaching and exam sessions and assist the teaching staff
• Contribute to the development and to the visibility of the simulation training unit
• Contribute to the smooth coordination of planning educational activities
• Contribute to the purchase of new equipment in liaison with the Procurement office

What we expect from you…

• Bachelor degree in biology or in medical, nursing or allied health care field
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience, ideally in:
  • the scientific domain
  • the health sector (nurse educators …) and educators for allied healthcare professionals
  • simulation training
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows operating systems and PC software
• Profound communication skills with educational proficiency
• Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages of the University (French, German, English), Luxemburgish is considered as an advantage

In Short...

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Belval
• Internal Title: Research support technician
• Job Reference: UOL06081

How to apply...

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by email will not be considered.

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.

In return you will get…

• 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 …
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