About the FHSE
The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.
The Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE) at the University of Luxembourg brings together expertise from the humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, social and educational sciences.
People from across 20 disciplines are working within the Faculty. Along with the disciplinary approach a very ambitious interdisciplinary research culture has been developed. The faculty's research and teaching focuses on social, economic, political and educational issues with the common goal of contributing to an inclusive, open and resourceful society.
This doctoral research position is connected to the new BODYLINES project, recently funded by the Luxembourg Fond National de la Recherche, and embedded within the University of Luxembourg's Department of Education and Social Work.
BODYLINES is an innovative project that transforms our understanding of how patients, donors, and their families experience transplantation processes and how structural inequalities - shaped by gender, caregiving obligations, and cross-border care - affect their lived experiences. The project adopts a gender-sensitive, intersectional, and phenomenological approach to explore how individuals navigate transplantation across social, geographical, and institutional borders and how these processes shape their identities, relationships, and well-being.
Your role
- Conducting original research related to the experiences of organ donation/transplantation from a gender perspective
- Organizing field access to patients/donors and families
- Collaborating with the stakeholders in the project (advisory board, colleagues, medical professionals)
- Participating in the collection and analysis of data related to the BODYLINES project
- Co-authoring and authoring scientific articles/policy briefs for publication and dissemination
- Disseminating results at international scientific conferences
- Organising and participating in project-related events
- Collaborating with the team of the PI and Institute for Social Research and Interventions
- Contributing to an international and multilingual environment
For further Information, please contact Karolina Barglowski:
Your profile
- Master's degree or equivalent in Social Sciences or a related field, such as anthropology or human geography
- Experience with qualitative research approaches
- Interest in gender studies as well as health and well-being
- Good knowledge of gender issues
- Well-organised and autonomous working style, good organisational and communication skills
Operational language requirements: Excellent command of English (C1) is required. Very good command of French or German (B2) would be considered an asset
Academic Eligibility (Thesis): Applicants must demonstrate at least B2-level proficiency in the language of their thesis. For details and accepted certificates, please visit the Application for admission - Doctoral Candidates.
We offer
- A modern, dynamic university with a personal and inclusive atmosphere. Multilingual and international character. Staff coming from more than 90 countries. Member of The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities
- An exceptional research environment, supported by skilled staff and high-quality equipment. Strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban campus with excellent infrastructure
- A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and a wide range of non-academic partners including ministries, local governments, associations, and NGOs
How to apply
Applications should include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover letter presenting your motivation for this doctoral thesis topic, and explaining how your qualifications and aspirations align with its academic focus
- Transcript of all modules and results from university-level courses taken
- Names, contact information and current position of up to 3 referees who can, upon request, provide an assessment of the application. Please indicate their relationship to you
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.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.
General information:
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month
- Work Hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
- Location: Belval Campus
- Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
- Job Reference: UOL08343
