Associate Researcher at the Department of Diagnostic Radiology
Lund University, Faculty of Medicine
Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.
Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.
Description of the workplace
The work will take place within the framework of the activities in the Magnetic Resonance Physics group. The group is interdisciplinary and includes members active in various faculties, companies, and the healthcare sector.
Within the research group, we prioritize a good work environment with respect and care in our relationships with each other. We continuously strive to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and participation for all employees.
What we offer
Lund University is a public authority, which means you receive special benefits, generous vacation, and a favorable occupational pension. We also have a flexible working hours agreement that promotes a good balance between work and leisure. Read more on the university’s website about being employed at Lund University: Work with us.
Duties and areas of responsibility
The work will involve software development for the analysis of advanced MRI data as well as experimental work with our new MRI scanner. A particular focus will be on preparing and testing new imaging protocols for brain tumors, where the technology is evaluated for clinical application. The work is carried out in close collaboration with researchers in the magnetic resonance physics group and involves both method development and applied studies. The results are expected to lead to scientific publications and contribute to continued technical and clinical development in the field.
Qualifications
Requirements for the position:
- PhD in medical radiation physics, with special focus on diffusion MRI and water exchange modelling.
- Experience with diffusion MRI using free waveforms for exchange analysis
- Experience with experimental work on MRI scanners
- Solid experience with advanced diffusion-weighted MRI
- Strong skills in programming software for scientific image analysis
- Proficiency in writing scientific reports
Personal qualities important for thriving and succeeding in the role of assistant researcher include being solution-oriented, curious, and meticulous.
Additional qualifications that are considered meritorious:
- Experience in the relevant research field
- Programming experience
- Experience in programming MRI scanners
- Experience with Monte Carlo simulations
Other
The position is a special fixed-term employment (SÄVA) at 100 % for one year.
Preferred start date is July 1, 2025, or as agreed.
How to apply
The position is applied for via the university’s recruitment system. The application must include a personal letter explaining your motivation for applying and how the position matches your qualifications. The application should also include a CV, degree certificates, or equivalent, as well as any other supporting documents you wish to submit (copies of grades, references, recommendation letters, etc.).
We warmly welcome your application!
| Type of employment | Special fixed-term employment |
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| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | 2025-06-01 (or as agreed) |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100 % |
| City | Lund |
| County | Skåne län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | PA2025/1639 |
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| Published | 05.Jun.2025 |
| Last application date | 19.Jun.2025 |