Build your future at the interface of clinical neurology, translational research and precision medicine

Position overview
A clinician-scientist opportunity combining specialist training in Neurology with a structured research component in Luxembourg’s internationally connected clinical and research ecosystem.

This is a full-time employment contract: 50 % at CHL and 50 % at the University of Luxembourg

Your opportunity :
This position offers a distinctive opportunity to combine specialist training in Neurology with clinical and translational research in neurodegenerative diseases. In Luxembourg, you will join a closely connected ecosystem in which the Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme (https://www.parkinson.lu/) advances clinical and translational research in Parkinson’s disease, while ParkinsonNet Luxembourg (https://www.parkinsonnet.lu/) connects healthcare professionals through a multidisciplinary integrated care network dedicated to coordinated, evidence-based patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration and continuing medical education.

Together, these complementary initiatives link research, clinical practice, education and knowledge exchange. They offer an inspiring environment in which to develop strong clinical expertise, contribute to innovative research and build an internationally connected clinician-scientist career, with a structured research component alongside specialist training in Neurology and opportunities for clinical or research exchange visits at partner centres, subject to programme arrangements.

Your role :
·       Provide clinical care in inpatient and outpatient settings at the Neurology Department of the Centre Hospitalier de Luxembourg (CHL).

·       Recruit and clinically characterise patients for the Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme cohort and related clinical research studies.

·       Establish, implement and optimise workflows for patient recruitment, clinical phenotyping and longitudinal follow-up.

·       Actively contribute to national and international clinical studies and clinical trials aimed at improving the early diagnosis, prognostic stratification and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.

·       Design and conduct clinical and translational research projects in collaboration with national and international partners.

·       Perform comprehensive neurological examinations and clinical assessments, applying validated tests to evaluate neurological function.

Your role :

·       Contribute to teaching and mentoring students in clinical neurology and the research aspects of neurodegenerative diseases.

·       Engage with ParkinsonNet Luxembourg, a multidisciplinary integrated care network promoting coordinated, evidence-based care, interdisciplinary collaboration, knowledge exchange and continuing medical education for healthcare professionals.

·       Contribute to continuing professional education, clinical case discussions and the dissemination of scientific advances to healthcare professionals through ParkinsonNet Luxembourg.

·       Participate in public engagement and professional education activities to raise awareness of neurodegenerative diseases.

·       Present research findings at national and international scientific meetings and conferences.

·       Contribute to scientific publications, research grant applications and collaborative research proposals.

Your profile :
·       Medical degree (MD) recognised in Luxembourg, with a strong interest in specialist training in Neurology and in pursuing a clinician-scientist career.

·       Strong motivation to engage in clinical and translational research, particularly in neurodegenerative diseases.

·       Commitment to combining high-quality clinical practice with structured and sustained research activity.

·       Independent, proactive and highly motivated, with a strong sense of responsibility.

·       Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage clinical and research responsibilities effectively.

·       Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and international teams.

·       Fluency in spoken and written French and/or German, proficiency in English, and willingness to further develop language skills as required.

·       Good computer skills, including proficiency in standard office software such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

We offer :
·       A clinician-scientist career pathway: the opportunity to combine specialist training in Neurology with a dedicated research component and develop an internationally recognised academic profile.

·       An internationally connected clinical and research environment: access to Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme and national, European and international collaborations. Opportunities for clinical and research visits or exchange placements at partner institutions can provide exposure to complementary expertise, clinical approaches and research methodologies.

·       Excellent research opportunities through Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme: a research programme bringing together clinical and translational activities to advance understanding of Parkinson’s disease, early diagnosis and precision medicine. Learn more at https://www.parkinson.lu/.

·       A multidisciplinary integrated care environment through ParkinsonNet Luxembourg: a network promoting coordinated, evidence-based patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, continuing medical education and the translation of scientific advances into clinical practice. Learn more at https://www.parkinsonnet.lu/.

We offer :

·       A dynamic, multicultural and multilingual community: Luxembourg brings together professionals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds in a highly international setting, supporting collaboration, personal development and the growth of a broad European and global professional network.

·       An excellent quality of life: a safe and welcoming environment, a high standard of living, excellent infrastructure, access to nature and outdoor activities, and convenient connections to major European cities and research centres.

·       A vibrant academic and healthcare ecosystem: modern clinical and research infrastructure, interdisciplinary expertise, opportunities to contribute to teaching and scientific dissemination, and close connections with the University of Luxembourg and the wider European research community.

Further information
Luxembourg Parkinson’s Disease Excellence Programme: https://www.parkinson.lu/

ParkinsonNet Luxembourg: https://www.parkinsonnet.lu/

Position webpage: https://www.uni.lu/en/jobs/physician-scientist-in-neurology-2/