Vacancy Professor of Pharmacology-Toxicology

Job description

Radboudumc in Nijmegen is looking for a Professor of Pharmacology-Toxicology who will continue and renew our long-standing tradition and strong international reputation in this field. You will have the opportunity to make a unique mark on pharmacological and toxicological research and lead an independent, innovative team with a broad national and international network.

The goal for the professor is clear: to translate molecular-based knowledge about mechanisms of action and drug disposition into clinical research. In doing so, we contribute directly to more effective, safer, and more individualised therapies.

This aligns perfectly with our mission to make a significant impact on healthcare through personalised and innovative approaches.

In addition to your core task in research, you will play a leading role in teaching pharmacology and toxicology within the relevant Radboudumc curricula. You will maintain close ties with Radboud University and TU Twente, and you will be an important bridge to teaching medicinal chemistry and toxicology at the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at Radboud University.

Place of work

You will be working in the new Pharmacy-Pharmacology Toxicology department, which was recently formed by merging the Pharmacology-Toxicology and Pharmacy departments. This merger creates unique opportunities for collaboration across disciplines – from molecules to humans to populations.

Your research will align with the strategic theme Molecular Mechanisms of Diseases and New Treatments, and with the activities of other research groups within the department. There is also a clear connection to the national sector plan Medicines and ATMPs: Therapy Development for Rare Diseases.

In addition to your core research responsibilities, you will play a leading role in teaching pharmacology and toxicology within the relevant Radboudumc curricula. You will maintain close ties with Radboud University and TU Twente, and serve as an important bridge to teaching medicinal chemistry and toxicology at the Faculty of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science at Radboud University.

Radboudumc
Radboud university medical center is a university medical center for patient care, scientific research, and education in Nijmegen. Radboud university medical center strives to be at the forefront of shaping the healthcare of the future. We do this in a person-centered and innovative way, and in close collaboration with our network. We want to have a significant impact on health and healthcare. We want to improve with each passing day, continuously working towards better healthcare, research, and education. And gaining a better understanding of how diseases arise and how we can prevent, treat, and cure them, day in and day out. This way, every patient always receives the best healthcare, now and in the future. Because that is why we do what we do.

Profile

We are looking for a professor who meets the Radboudumc criteria for a Research Group Leader (RGL). You will be appointed as an RGL and will play a central role in expanding molecular pharmacological and toxicological research.

Our future professor of molecular pharmacology and toxicology is an inspiring leader who brings out the best in people. You are visible, approachable, and know how to foster a culture of collaboration and trust. You take initiative, think in terms of possibilities, and encourage the team to be ambitious and innovative.
Your attitude is connecting: you actively seek collaboration with colleagues within and beyond the department, contribute to an open academic atmosphere, and strengthen the bridge between fundamental research and clinical practice.

You possess sharp strategic insight and can set priorities that further enhance the department’s research profile. In addition, you combine academic excellence with administrative sensitivity: you understand the dynamics of a university medical setting and know how to build support among researchers, clinicians, and external partners.

The candidate:

• Has a background in pharmaceutical, (bio)medical, or life sciences with demonstrable expertise in molecular pharmacology and (medical) toxicology.
• Is an internationally recognised expert in the field, as evidenced by a strong track record in scientific publications, successful supervision of PhD candidates, and a proven ability to attract external funding.
• Complements the existing clinically and pharmacologically oriented research groups within the department and demonstrably contributes to strengthening the translational pharmacological domain.
• Meets the Radboudumc criteria for a Research Group Leader (RGL).
• Has management experience and financial knowledge to lead the research group and oversee its resources and activities.
• Holds a university teaching qualification (BKO) or is willing to obtain one in the short term.
• Has proven experience as a board member of a public, societal, or scientific organisation.

Employment conditions

At Radboud university medical center, you build on your future. We are committed to providing the best care, education, and research. And we are true to our word, because we help you develop and seize opportunities and give you the room to grow. As an employer, we believe that employees should feel vital and happy at work in all stages of life. We are also committed to creating a healthy and safe working environment. Our employment conditions contribute to that. What we offer:

• A gross monthly salary between € 8.110 and € 10.545 (scale 16) for full-time employment (36 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and, depending on the position, an allowance of 47% to 72% for working irregular hours.
• 176 vacation hours per year based on a 36-hour working week. 

And there is more..

• An Employment Conditions Selection Model, allowing you to use part of your employment conditions to your choosing. For example, you can use your gross salary to purchase additional vacation hours or hours for providing informal caregiving. Or, for example, you can use your gross end-of-year bonus to purchase a bicycle, so you pay less tax.
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development. You can take a variety of courses in our online learning environment. 
• Your well-being and vitality are a priority. For example:
  • Save time for work-life balance leave. 
  • You can enjoy unlimited access to a variety of activities five days a month and take advantage of all the facilities at Radboud Sport & Culture for only €27.05 per month (instead of €41)
  • Healthy Professionals program to help you manage your energy. 
  • Company Support Team and a personal coach if you are going through a life-changing event.
  • Financially beneficial working less through a Generation Scheme as you approach state pension age.
• Support in achieving a good work-life balance at every stage of your life. Examples:
  • Advice and courses on, for example, 'Millennial dilemmas' and 'Your Career After 57'.
  • Activities at our own mindfulness center.
  • Informal caregiving consultations if you have questions about juggling work and caregiving responsibilities at home.
• In addition to statutory pregnancy and maternity leave, Radboud university medical center offers 26 weeks of parental leave, nine of which are paid. In addition, as a partner you can take a maximum of five weeks of supplementary partner leave. During supplementary partner leave and parental leave, we supplement the UWV benefit up to 100% of your salary.
• Pension accrual at the ABP Pension Fund. Radboud university medical center pays 70% of the pension premium. 
• Discounts on supplementary packages of two group health insurances and ten other types of insurance, from home insurance to legal assistance.
• An allowance for your commuting costs of € 0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km one way. If you use public transport to commute, we will fully reimburse the public transport costs (2nd class). If you regularly work from home, you will receive a working from home allowance of € 2.40 per day.

Application procedure

Are you ready to think further for our patients and our care? We would like to receive your application before 6 October 2025. We will then contact you shortly. The job interviews takes place on 29 October 2025 between 14.00-18.00. We would appreciate it if you would take this into account. An assessment may be part of the application procedure.

Good to know

• This position requires a Certificate of Conduct (VOG).
• You can find more information about our application procedure and frequently asked questions on our website.
• Will you be our new colleague? Then you will be given the time and space to get to know your role, your workplace, and your colleagues. An induction day for all new colleagues is an integral part of your onboarding program. 

We are recruiting for this position ourselves. Unsolicited marketing is not appreciated, but do feel free to share the vacancy in your network!

Contact

For further information, please contact Prof. dr. Joop Jansen, chair of the appointment advisory committee. For information about the rationale behind this teaching assignment, please contact Moniek Hüsken, secretary of the appointment advisory committee. Use the Apply button to submit your application.