"Postdoc preclinical SPECT imaging"

Job Description

As part of a drive to expand our targeted radionuclide therapy (TRT) research portfolio, we recently installed a dedicated small animal SPECT scanner in our GronSAI small animal imaging laboratories at UMCG. This project is a HTS funded project, in collaboration with MILabs.

What are you going to do?

Aim of the project is to focus on the following questions:

• Quantification of radionuclide therapy distribution and dosimetry
• Exploration of multiple isotope imaging with TRT and imaging biomarkers of radiobiological responses

The role is embedded within the Department of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging at UMCG, and the laboratory for Photopharmacology and medical imaging within the GRIP institute of the Faculty of Sciences and Engineering of the University of Groningen. Line management will be provided by Prof Bart Cornelissen (molecular imaging, TRT and radiobiology), Dr Sasha Ivaschenko (medical physics and dosimetry), and Prof Wiktor Szymanski (medicinal chemistry).

The position is offered for 1 year in the first instance.

Requirements

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented Postdoctoral research candidate with a PhD degree in nuclear medicine or a related field, or working towards a PhD degree

• Article 9 license or FELASA equivalent.
• Strong experimental background in nuclear medicine imaging and work with radionuclides is a must. Prior experience with preclinical SPECT imaging will be seen as a strong asset
• capacity to think analytically and creatively.
• high motivation.
• ability to work in an international team and collaborate with several research centres in Europe in a streamlined and professional way.
• an integrative and cooperative personality with excellent communicative and social skills.
• fluent proficiency in English – written and oral.

Applicants whose first language is not English must submit evidence of competency in English, please see University of Groningen’s English Language Requirements for details.

Conditions of Employment

Fixed-term contract: A temporary position of one year with a possibility for renewal; prolongation of the contract is contingent on additional funding.

What can you expect from us?

• 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours.
• End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.

Employer

University of Groningen

At the University of Groningen (RUG), researchers across all branches of science and technology work on scientific challenges and societal issues. Lecturers train their students for meaningful careers in science or beyond. Interdisciplinary research and education, knowledge sharing, and collaboration with companies, government institutions, and societal organizations are highly valued at this top 100 university. RUG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working environment that invites you to contribute your value.

Department

Faculty of Science and Engineering

The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) provides teaching and research across a wide range of disciplines, from physics and biology to artificial intelligence, mechanical engineering, and pharmacy. In close collaboration with partners from industry, healthcare, and society, we contribute to the urgent challenges of our time, such as energy, sustainability, digitization, and medical technology. Our community is open and informal, with more than 7,000 students, 1,000 PhD students, and 1,400 staff members from all over the world. If you would like to learn more about the Faculty of Science and Engineering, visit rug.nl/fse.

The University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) is one of the largest academic hospitals in the Netherlands and a leading center for medical research, education, and patient care. Located in the heart of Groningen, the UMCG combines high-quality clinical services with cutting-edge scientific research aimed at improving health and healthcare for future generations. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and sustainability, the UMCG fosters an international and interdisciplinary environment where healthcare professionals, researchers, and students work together to advance medical knowledge and deliver excellent care to patients from across the Netherlands and beyond. The Department of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging at the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG) is a leading center in the development and clinical application of advanced imaging and therapeutic techniques. The department focuses on the use of radioactive tracers and molecular imaging methods to visualize and quantify biological processes in the human body, contributing to early diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapy monitoring in a wide range of diseases. With a strong integration of clinical practice, research, and education, the department combines innovation in imaging technologies with translational research in radiopharmacy and molecular diagnostics. Its multidisciplinary team of physicians, scientists, and technologists works closely with other UMCG departments, the Faculty of Science and Engineering at the University of Groningen and international partners to advance precision medicine and improve patient outcomes.

Additional Information

Do you have any questions or need more information?

Questions about the content of the job?
Wiktor Szymański (Full Professor): w.c.szymanski@rug.nl

Questions about your application process?
Wiktor Szymański (Full Professor): w.c.szymanski@rug.nl