Professor of Pharmacology

Utrecht University

Institution: Utrecht University
Faculty: Science
Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences (Utrecht Institute for Pharmaceutical Sciences, UIPS)
Location: Utrecht, Netherlands
Hours: Full-time (36–40 hours/week)
Application Deadline: 18 January 2026
Contact: Professor Roos Masereeuw – r.masereeuw@uu.nl

Position Overview

• Lead innovative research in pharmacology bridging fundamental mechanisms with clinical and translational applications.
• Supervise PhD candidates, postdocs, and junior faculty.
• Contribute to teaching at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels.
• Engage in academic leadership and departmental strategy.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in research, teaching, and mentoring.
• Balance of approximately 50/50 between research and teaching.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internationally visible, innovative research in pharmacology.
• Secure national and international research funding.
• Lead curriculum innovation and coordinate teaching.
• Mentor researchers and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Contribute to departmental strategy and governance.

Candidate Profile

• PhD in pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, medicine, or related field.
• Recognized expertise in pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.
• Proven track record in research funding and academic leadership.
• Extensive teaching experience in research-driven and active learning approaches.
• International research experience in one or more of: Neuro-/Psychopharmacology, Immunopharmacology, Experimental Pharmacology.
• Proficiency in English (C1+); willingness to learn Dutch if not already proficient.

Offer / Benefits

• Full professor appointment, chair subject to evaluation after five years.
• Salary: €7,202 – €10,441 gross per month (full-time, CAO NU H2 scale).
• 8% holiday pay and 8.3% year-end bonus.
• Pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, flexible employment conditions.
• Professional development opportunities and support for personal growth.

About Utrecht University & UIPS

• UIPS focuses on drug discovery, development, and use, integrating molecular and technological principles.
• Around 400 peer-reviewed publications/year and 30 PhD defenses.
• Collaborative research environment with interdisciplinary opportunities.
• Strong emphasis on social impact and translation to healthcare solutions.

Application Materials:

1. Motivation letter
2. Full CV (publication list + top 3 publications with brief explanations)
3. Research statement (max 2 pages)
4. Teaching statement (max 2 pages)
5. Names and contact details of 3 referees

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