Doctoral Researcher - Project on Children's Aging Attitudes

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.

Your role

• Obtaining a PhD in Psychology with a topic within the scope of the research project
• Preparation, implementation and analysis of an empirical data collection (e.g., development of behavioral paradigms for assessing social learning processes in parent-child interactions; development and programming of survey instruments; recruitment, coordination and implementation of test sessions in Luxembourg)
• Guidance of a team of student assistants
• Conceptualizing and implementing behavioral analyses of video-recorded parent-child interactions (e.g., development of coding manuals, training and supervision of coders)
• Collaboration in an international team
• Carrying out statistical data analyses
• Preparation of scientific publications and conference papers
• Contribution to and support of (on-going and future) research-related activities of the research group

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Anna Kornadt ().

Your profile

• Excellent Master's Degree (or equivalent) in Psychology or a related field
• Willingness to take on responsibility
• Commitment and capacity for teamwork
• Very good aptitude for scientific work
• Interest in further scientific and methodological training and in the topic of the research project
• Excellent social skills in the interaction with children and their parents
• Interest in and ability to work in an international context, including occasional business trips
• Experience in conducting larger empirical research projects and/or in statistical data analysis is an advantage

• Fluent written and spoken English and German required

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

Applications should include:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter
• Degree certificates and transcripts
• A letter of recommendation
• A brief (around 500 W) sketch for a potential PhD project (research question, a short literature review, an overview over the methods and data that you aim to use), related to the design and topics of the research project

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
• Planned start date: 01.03.2026
• Location: Belval Campus
• Internal Title: Doctoral Researcher
• Job Reference: UOL07742

The yearly gross salary for every PhD at the UL is EUR 41976 (full time).