PhD Position in PET radiochemistry - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

The Department of Medicinal Chemistry at Uppsala University is a strong and international research environment. The department has about 85 employees and here, doctoral students, teachers, researchers and administrators work closely together in a creative and open environment. More information about the department can be found at www.ilk.uu.se.

The Translational PET Imaging research group is committed to improving healthcare through development of novel molecular imaging techniques for diagnosis and treatment of disease (https://www.ilk.uu.se/research-groups/translational-imaging/). The research group is associated with Science for Life Laboratory (https://www.scilifelab.se/researchers/olof-eriksson) and part of the Department of Medicinal Chemistry (www.ilk.uu.se). The Translational PET Imaging research group currently consists of 10 scientists, including radiochemists, biologists and engineers.

Project description: The aim of the project is to develop PET radiolabeling of pharmaceuticals for in vivo molecular imaging of diseases processes including inflammation and fibrosis. In particular the project will include development of new methods to label small molecules and peptides with fluorine-18, carbon-11 and radiometals. The applicant will collaborate with a team of biologists, engineers and physicians for the in vitro and in vivo evaluation of the radiopharmaceuticals.

Duties: The main duties of doctoral students are to devote themselves to their research studies which includes participating in research projects and third cycle courses. The work duties can also include teaching and other departmental duties such as routine maintenance of the lab (no more than 20%).

Requirements:

• We are looking for a highly motivated junior scientist for a PhD position. We welcome applications from candidates that already have, or who expect to soon have, a Master of Science degree in chemistry, pharmacy, biomedicine, engineering, natural sciences, medicine or similar. Those getting their degree in the Spring 2021 are also welcome to apply.
• Self-motivation and good time management and planning skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English (demonstrated by e.g. official IELTS or TOEFL).
• Good presentation and communication skills.

Additional qualifications:

• Experience in radiochemistry or handling of short-lived radionuclides is an advantage.
• Completed courses in radiation protection are an advantage.

Rules governing PhD students are set out in the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5, §§ 1-7 and in Uppsala University's rules and guidelines.

Salary: According to local agreement for PhD students.
 
Starting date: At the latest 21-06-2021.

Type of employment: Temporary position according to the Higher Education Ordinance chapter 5 § 7.

Scope of employment: 100 %

For further information about the position please contact: Head of department Anders Karlén (anders.karlen@ilk.uu.se)

For further information about the research project please contact: Associate Professor Olof Eriksson (olof.eriksson@ilk.uu.se)

Please submit your application by 31 March 2021, UFV-PA 2021/787.

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