The Department of Law at the Faculty of Law, Economics, and Finance is seeking a doctoral candidate in Luxembourgish Constitutional Law.

The Department of Law at the Faculty of Law, Economics, and Finance is seeking a doctoral candidate in Luxembourgish Constitutional Law.

Your Role...

The doctoral candidate will work under the supervision of Professor Luc Heuschling. The primary task will be to prepare a doctoral thesis in the field of Luxembourgish constitutional law, broadly defined. The thesis must be completed at the University of Luxembourg; if the topic justifies it, a co-supervision with another university is possible. Research stays abroad are also encouraged and possible.

Candidates are invited to submit a detailed thesis project on a freely chosen topic related to Luxembourgish constitutional law, either historical or contemporary (organization of the state and/or fundamental rights). The project can focus on an aspect of Luxembourg's legal past or, conversely, on a current legal dogmatic issue. Regardless of the topic, it must be contextualized and may/should be illuminated from a comparative perspective, linked to relevant foreign legal systems. The thesis topic can also address the interaction between the Luxembourgish legal system and broader legal systems to which Luxembourg has belonged or currently belongs (Deutscher Bund, Zollverein, European rights, international law, etc.). The thesis can focus on sub-disciplines such as parliamentary law, electoral law, constitutional litigation, etc., or intersect with other legal disciplines such as Luxembourgish administrative law, private law, etc.

The doctoral candidate will contribute to teaching classes for one to three hours per week, small group teachings, and tutoring.

The candidate will also serve as the assistant to Professor Luc Heuschling.

Qualifications...

We are looking for a candidate with a demonstrated interest in public law. The following requirements apply:

• Hold a master's degree in law (or be in the final year of the master's program). Specialization in public law is desirable. Prior knowledge of Luxembourgish law is an asset.
• Have the necessary language skills to navigate the multilingual environment of Luxembourgish law: a good knowledge of French as the legal language of Luxembourg, and English as the international scientific language, is mandatory. Knowledge of Luxembourgish is an asset but not essential. Knowledge of other languages such as German may be required depending on the chosen thesis topic. The thesis can be written in French, German, or English, depending on the chosen topic and target audience.
• Strong scientific writing skills (the master's research thesis and any other scientific publications must be included in the application).

About us...

The University of Luxembourg aims to be one of Europe's most renowned universities, with a distinctly international and interdisciplinary character. It promotes the mutual enrichment of research and teaching, is relevant to its country, is globally recognized for its research and teaching in targeted fields, and serves as an innovative model for contemporary European higher education. The university's main asset is its world-class academic staff, who attract the most motivated, talented, and creative students and young researchers, who will learn to embrace challenges and become visionary thinkers capable of shaping society.

The Faculty of Law, Economics, and Finance offers four bachelor's programs, thirteen master's programs, and several continuing education courses. It also includes the doctoral school in law and the doctoral school in economics and finance. About 2,300 students from 97 nationalities are enrolled at the faculty. The academic staff of various nationalities teach at the Faculty, supported by practitioners, visiting academics, and guest professors. Rooted in Luxembourg but with a European and international perspective, the Faculty comprises three departments:

• Department of Law
• Department of Economics and Management
• Department of Finance

Teaching and research benefit from the proximity of European institutions, Luxembourg's leading international financial center, and its dynamic business community. Institutional and private sector partnerships, sponsored chairs, and a growing network of international university partners make the FDEF a dynamic academic center at the heart of Europe.