PhD Student in Systemic Radiotherapy

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Description of the workplace

As a PhD student, you will be part of the multidisciplinary research environment within MIPCART and the systemic radiotherapy operations at the Department of Oncology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Lund University. The research activities are focused on the clinical and preclinical development of radionuclide therapy and advanced imaging methods, with a particular focus on prostate cancer and other aggressive cancers.

In the research group, we value a good working environment with respect and care in our relationships with one another. We continuously strive to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees.

The research group is now seeking a full-time (100 %) PhD student starting on October 1st, 2026 (or by agreement).

Tasks and responsibilities

As a PhD student, your main task is to conduct doctoral training within projects aimed at developing and optimizing radionuclide therapy for prostate cancer and other cancers. The doctoral training is carried out through participation in various parts of the projects, whereby the PhD student progressively acquires knowledge of scientific methodology, experimental work, data analysis, and scientific communication.

We offer

Lund University is a government agency, which means you receive special benefits, generous leave, and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexitime agreement that creates good conditions for work-life balance. Read more on the university's website about being employed at Lund University Work with us.

Qualifications

For the position, the following is required:

A degree at an advanced level in molecular biology, biomedicine, or another related field deemed to be relevant to the doctoral training.

Knowledge of cell and molecular biology, tumor biology, or a related molecular biological field. Experience in molecular biological laboratory work. Ability and willingness to work with laboratory animals after required training. Very good ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing. Good collaborative skills, especially in interdisciplinary contexts.

Merit is:

Advanced courses in cancer biology, immunology, histology, pathology, molecular imaging, or radiation biology. Training in laboratory animal science or equivalent competence for working with laboratory animals. Experience with preclinical prostate cancer tumor models or other work with laboratory animals. Experience in histological sample preparation, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, microscopy, or related

image analysis.

Experience working with ionizing radiation, for example handling open radiation sources or radioactive

tissue samples.

Knowledge of cancer biology, radionuclide therapy, radiation biology, or molecular imaging.

Eligibility

Basic eligibility for doctoral studies is held by those who have: completed a degree at an advanced level, fulfilled course requirements of at least 240 higher education credits, of which at least 60 higher education credits are at an advanced level, or have otherwise acquired substantially equivalent knowledge within or outside the country.

Basis for assessment

Provisions for employment as a PhD student are found in regulation SFS 1998:80. Only those admitted to doctoral studies may be appointed as holders. When making an appointment, primary attention shall be paid to the degree of ability to acquire the doctoral training. In addition to the obligation to engage in their own doctoral training, the holder may be required to perform duties involving education, research, and administrative work according to special provisions in the regulation.

Terms

Fixed-term employment for four years according to HF Chapter 5 Section 7.

How to apply

The position is applied for via the university's recruitment system. The application must include a personal letter where you describe how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application must also include a CV and degree certificates, as well as anything else you wish to invoke. At least two references with full contact details.

The Department of Clinical Sciences in Lund (IKVL) is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine. The department has extensive collaboration, both within the faculty and with other units at the university. IKVL also has a well-developed collaboration with Skåne University Hospital (SUS) and Region Skåne, as well as the surrounding community and industry. This is to promote clinical and experimental translational research, development, and education.

The Faculty of Medicine is an operational area within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. Education takes place in close cooperation with healthcare and is well-anchored in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a wide field within experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health science research. The Faculty of Medicine, with over 1,800 employees and 3,000 students in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from all over the world.

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