Postdoctoral Fellow / Postdoctoral Fellowess in Cancer Radioligand Therapy

Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI) - February 19, 2026

Your Tasks

  • Design and conduct radioligand therapy studies in vitro and in cancer mouse models to preclinically develop safe and efficacious innovative cancer treatments.
  • Investigate tumor biology and tumor-microenvironment interactions, including target expression, tumor heterogeneity, treatment response, and resistance mechanisms, to support rational therapy development and optimization.
  • Work in an interdisciplinary environment, collaborating closely with research partners and providing data and scientific expertise to support the team.
  • Analyze and report experimental results through scientific presentations and publications with a focus on clinical translation.

Your Profile

  • PhD degree in radioligand therapy, cancer therapeutics, tumor biology, or a related field.
  • Experience with cancer mouse models; experience with prostate cancer models is an advantage.
  • Willingness to work with radionuclides and mouse models is essential.
  • Knowledge of drug screens and omics technologies (e.g., proteomics) is a plus.
  • Strong motivation, along with excellent communication and presentation skills in English.

We Offer

Our institution is rooted in interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. You will benefit from systematic on-the-job training, personal development opportunities, and a strong vocational training culture. We are committed to helping you balance work and family life, along with other personal interests, through our modern employment conditions and on-site infrastructure.

Your employment contract is limited to 2 years.

For further information, please contact Dr. Michal Grzmil at michal.grzmil@psi.ch.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Pascale Bärtschi, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland

Location : Villigen PSI
Country : Switzerland

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