Data Steward focusing on data hosting and compliance (R&D)

About us...

The Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg. We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and in silico. We focus on neurodegenerative processes and are especially interested in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and their contributing factors.

The LCSB recruits talented scientists from various disciplines: computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the LCSB. We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary and together we contribute to science and society.

Your Role...

As a pioneer in its field, the LCSB develops many research and research-supporting applications in-house. We are looking for a data steward to work within the Data Steward team. You will assist the implementation of the Research Data Management services for all data related activities at LCSB. You will engage in scientific research by supporting the creation of new methods, procedures, and/or systems for current or future research projects.

The hired candidate will assist the development of processes and infrastructures for effective data and metadata management in our research activities. The position involves interactions with institutional, national and international stakeholders in biomedical, clinical and translational research and will be integrated in an existing team of data stewards.

Your main tasks will consist of:

• Support research groups in writing and implementing data management plans (DMPs)
• Assist with managing data submissions and handling data access requests and support in downstream processes
• Monitoring compliance with data sharing policies
• Assist researchers to comply with data protection regulations, in particular support with Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and curation of institutional records of processing activities
• Support researchers in effective collection and management of data use restrictions
• Develop and give training on relevant topics including Data Management, Data Protection and Reproducibility
• Contribute to projects, project deliverables, scientific publications, and community work in the field of Data Stewardship
• Improve procedures/practices, as advancements in the field dictate
• Aid the design and implementation of institutional policies and procedures for adequate data lifecycle management, standards and legal compliance, data protection and documentation
• Contribute to research and developments towards novel IT solutions in research data management, research reproducibility and data protection
• Contribute to the development and execution of change management processes as and when necessary, such as, emerging data stewardship approaches, tools, new regulations, and codes of conduct

What we expect from you…

• Minimum a Master's degree or equivalent with work experience in the area
• Experience of collaborative research, research data management and data protection is considered an asset
• Knowledge of FAIR principles and the RDM life cycle and how to implement them into data infrastructures, tools and policies is an asset
• Experience with reviewing legal documents and effective management of related data use restrictions is an asset
• Experience in ELSI and GDPR compliance applied in research context is desirable
• Knowledge of GDPR applied in a research context is desirable
• Knowledge of any of the following will be considered an asset: metadata standards, persistent identifiers, data management plans (DMP), data capture and/or cataloging tools, trusted research environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and problem solving mindset
• Ability to articulate clearly technical needs within an interdisciplinary setting
• No prior knowledge of the biomedical research required, but a willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary team is essential
• Ability to handle multiple assignments at one time while working independently and effectively under deadlines
• An enthusiastic and motivated team player
• Autonomous, dynamic and curious
• Willingness to learn and ability to adapt

Here's what awaits you at the LCSB...

• Excellent work environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure, laboratory and administrative support
• Truly connected. We work together with hospitals and research institutes on a national and international level as well as industrial partners. Connection between science and society is very important to us. From our school lab - the Scienteens Lab - to the different outreach activities and collaborative partnerships with patient associations, we love to listen to society's needs and share our passion for science
• Be part of a multicultural team. At the LCSB we have more than 50 nationalities. Throughout the year, we organise team-building events, networking activities and more

Find out more about us!

How to apply...

Applications in English should be submitted online and include:

• A detailed curriculum vitae
• A cover letter describing previous project experience (if any) and future interests
• The name and addresses of up to three referee(s) (optional)

Online applications should be addressed to: Prof. Dr. Reinhard Schneider, Head of the Bioinformatics Core Facility and Head of the ELIXIR-Luxembourg Node.

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply 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.

General information:

• Contract type: Fixed Term Contract 36 Month (extension possible up to 60 months in total)
• Work hours: Full Time 40.0 Hours per Week
• Location: Campus Belval
• Internal title: Research and development specialist
• Job reference: UOL06584

For further information, please contact: Dr. Venkata Satagopam ().