The Department of Medical Radiation Physics, Malmö, at Lund University is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to cutting-edge research on radiological and nuclear emergency preparedness.
🔬 Research Focus
This postdoctoral position is part of a larger research project funded by the Swedish Agency for Contingencies (MSB), focusing on preventive measures against antagonistic use of radioactive substances in public environments. The project aims to improve retrospective dosimetry techniques to detect large-scale radiation exposures. The research will involve:
✅ Developing and validating detection methods for ionizing radiation exposure
✅ Working with luminescent detectors (TL/OSL materials) and biodosimetry techniques
✅ Collaborating with Swedish Defence Research Agency, Total Defense Research Institute (Umeå), and Örebro University
✅ Conducting experimental validation, including in-situ radiation measurements
🛠 Responsibilities
- Theoretical and experimental research on radiation dose reconstruction
- Development of detection methods for large-scale radiation exposure events
- Experimental validation of computational models
- Possible involvement in robotic or UAV-borne radiation detection
- Limited teaching and supervision of students
- Participation in national radiation protection preparedness training
🎓 Qualifications
Required:
✔ PhD in medical radiation physics, nuclear physics, or technical physics
✔ Strong research background in radiation dosimetry and ionizing radiation interactions
✔ Organizational and collaborative skills in interdisciplinary projects
Preferred:
➕ Experience in personal and retrospective dosimetry
➕ Scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals
➕ Interest in teaching and supervision
➕ Fluency in English (written and spoken)
➕ BE Driving License
🏠 Work Environment
The Medical Radiation Physics, Malmö research group is part of the Department of Translational Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, located at Skåne University Hospital, Malmö. The group collaborates closely with the BAR group at the Department of Physics in Lund, providing access to state-of-the-art laboratories.
📌 Position Details
- Duration: 2 years, full-time
- Start Date: No later than June 1, 2025
- Location: Malmö, Sweden
- Travel: Frequent travel to Umeå, Örebro, and other Swedish universities
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, and employment benefits at Lund University
🗂 How to Apply
Applications must include:
📝 Personal statement outlining interest in the position
📝 CV and degree certificates
📝 Additional documents (references, grades, publications, etc.)
🔗 Apply Here: https://lu.varbi.com/en/what:job/jobID:798418/type:job/where:39/apply:1
🗓 Application Deadline: March 2025 (exact date TBA)
💬 Interviews: Conducted in Malmö or via Zoom (weeks 12-14, 2025)
For inquiries, contact:
📞 Lars E Olsson – lars_e.olsson@med.lu.se
📞 Christopher Rääf – christopher.raaf@med.lu.se
📞 Adina Olnert – adina.olnert@med.lu.se
Join us in advancing radiation protection and emergency preparedness at one of Europe’s leading universities!