"Professor of Pharmacology-Toxicology"

Radboudumc in Nijmegen is looking for a Professor of Pharmacology-Toxicology who will continue and renew our long-standing tradition and strong international reputation in this field. You will have the opportunity to make a unique mark on pharmacological and toxicological research and lead an independent, innovative team with a broad national and international network.

The goal for the professor is clear: to translate molecular-based knowledge about mechanisms of action and drug disposition into clinical research. In doing so, we contribute directly to more effective, safer, and more individualised therapies. This aligns perfectly with our mission to make a significant impact on healthcare through personalised and innovative approaches.

In addition to your core task in research, you will play a leading role in teaching pharmacology and toxicology within the relevant Radboudumc curricula. You will maintain close ties with Radboud University and TU Twente, and you will be an important bridge to teaching medicinal chemistry and toxicology at the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at Radboud University.

We are looking for a professor who meets the Radboudumc criteria for a Research Group Leader (RGL). You will be appointed as an RGL and will play a central role in expanding molecular pharmacological and toxicological research. Our future professor of molecular pharmacology and toxicology is an inspiring leader who brings out the best in people. You are visible, approachable, and know how to foster a culture of collaboration and trust. You take initiative, think in terms of possibilities, and encourage the team to be ambitious and innovative.

Your attitude is connecting: you actively seek collaboration with colleagues within and beyond the department, contribute to an open academic atmosphere, and strengthen the bridge between fundamental research and clinical practice. You possess sharp strategic insight and can set priorities that further enhance the department’s research profile. In addition, you combine academic excellence with administrative sensitivity: you understand the dynamics of a university medical setting and know how to build support among researchers, clinicians, and external partners.

The candidate: Has a background in pharmaceutical, (bio)medical, or life sciences with demonstrable expertise in molecular pharmacology and (medical) toxicology. Is an internationally recognised expert in the field, as evidenced by a strong track record in scientific publications, successful supervision of PhD candidates, and a proven ability to attract external funding. Complements the existing clinically and pharmacologically oriented research groups within the department and demonstrably contributes to strengthening the translational pharmacological domain. Meets the Radboudumc criteria for a Research Group Leader (RGL). Has management experience and financial knowledge to lead the research group and oversee its resources and activities. Holds a university teaching qualification (BKO) or is willing to obtain one in the short term. Has proven experience as a board member of a public, societal, or scientific organisation.

Fixed-term contract: With a reappointment review for the professorship after five years. At Radboud university medical center, you build on your future. We are committed to providing the best care, education, and research. And we are true to our word, because we help you develop and seize opportunities and give you the room to grow. As an employer, we believe that employees should feel vital and happy at work in all stages of life. We are also committed to creating a healthy and safe working environment. Our employment conditions contribute to that. What we offer: A gross monthly salary between € 8.110 and € 10.545 (scale 16) for full-time employment (36 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and, depending on the position, an allowance of 47% to 72% for working irregular hours. 176 vacation hours per year based on a 36-hour working week.

You will be working in the new Pharmacy-Pharmacology Toxicology department, which was recently formed by merging the Pharmacology-Toxicology and Pharmacy departments. This merger creates unique opportunities for collaboration across disciplines – from molecules to humans to populations. Your research will align with the strategic theme Molecular Mechanisms of Diseases and New Treatments, and with the activities of other research groups within the department. There is also a clear connection to the national sector plan Medicines and ATMPs: Therapy Development for Rare Diseases. In addition to your core research responsibilities, you will play a leading role in teaching pharmacology and toxicology within the relevant Radboudumc curricula. You will maintain close ties with Radboud University and TU Twente, and serve as an important bridge to teaching medicinal chemistry and toxicology at the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at Radboud University.

Radboud university medical center is a university medical center for patient care, scientific research, and education in Nijmegen. Radboud university medical center strives to be at the forefront of shaping the healthcare of the future. We do this in a person-centered and innovative way, and in close collaboration with our network. We want to have a significant impact on health and healthcare. We want to improve with each passing day, continuously working towards better healthcare, research, and education. And gaining a better understanding of how diseases arise and how we can prevent, treat, and cure them, day in and day out. This way, every patient always receives the best healthcare, now and in the future. Because that is why we do what we do.