Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) / Research Technician in Radiochemistry (50–70%)

Application deadline: 31.08.2026

The University Hospital Würzburg is seeking for a 

The Department of Nuclear Medicine at the University Hospital Würzburg invites applications for a 50–70% position as a Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) or Research Technician in Radiochemistry.

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team focused on developing innovative radiopharmaceuticals for molecular imaging and targeted radionuclide therapy. The position primarily involves practical laboratory work in organic synthesis, radiolabeling, purification, analytical characterization, and quality control.

Our research addresses a broad range of diseases, including cardiovascular, oncological, and inflammatory disorders. Radiopharmaceutical development involves various molecular platforms, such as small molecules, peptides, antibodies, and nanoparticles.

• A funded part-time position with a flexible employment level of 50–70%
• Participation in innovative research projects at the interface of radiochemistry, molecular imaging, and translational medicine
• Access to state-of-the-art radiochemistry laboratories and preclinical imaging facilities
• Practical training in the synthesis, radiolabeling, purification, and quality control of novel radiopharmaceuticals
• An interdisciplinary and international research environment
• Individual technical and scientific mentoring
• Opportunities to contribute to scientific publications and conference presentations
• Collaboration with experts in chemistry, biology, radiopharmacy, medical physics, and nuclear medicine
• A varied field of work combining routine laboratory procedures with research and development activities

Your Tasks

• Synthesis and purification of precursor molecules and reference compounds for radiotracer development
• Preparation and execution of radiolabeling experiments
• Optimization and standardization of laboratory protocols
• Purification and analytical characterization of synthesized and radiolabeled compounds
• Application of analytical methods such as HPLC, radio-HPLC, TLC, radio-TLC, and related quality-control techniques
• Preparation of reagents, buffers, standards, and laboratory materials
• Support of preclinical and translational studies involving novel radiopharmaceuticals
• Documentation, evaluation, and presentation of experimental results
• Maintenance, organization, and quality assurance of laboratory equipment and workspaces
• Support in laboratory management, ordering, inventory control, and documentation
• Active participation in interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects

Your Profile

Essential Qualifications

• Completed vocational training as a Chemical Technical Assistant (CTA) or a comparable laboratory-based qualification

or

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Radiochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Practical experience in chemical laboratory work
• Careful, reliable, and well-organized working style
• Ability to work independently according to established protocols
• Willingness to work with radioactive substances following appropriate training
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary and international team
• Good written and spoken English skills

Desirable Qualifications

• Practical experience in organic synthesis
• Experience with HPLC, TLC, or related analytical methods
• Experience in radiochemistry or handling radionuclides
• Knowledge of radiopharmaceutical development or quality control
• Experience in molecular imaging, nuclear medicine, pharmaceutical research, or translational research
• Basic knowledge of laboratory quality management and documentation
• Previous experience in an academic or industrial research environment

Application Documents

Interested candidates should submit:

• Letter of motivation
• Curriculum vitae
• Relevant academic transcripts, degree certificates, or vocational training certificates
• Employment references, if available
• Contact details of referees and/or recommendation letters

• Anspruchsvolles, vielfältiges und entwicklungsfähiges Aufgabengebiet
• Attraktive Bezahlung nach TV-L inkl. Jahressonderzahlung
• Aus- und Weiterbildung in der eigenen Akademie
• Betriebliche Altersvorsorge
• Betriebskindertagesstätte mit verlängerten Öffnungszeiten
• Betriebssportangebote
• Jobrad
• Mitarbeiter Angebote
• Sehr gutes Betriebsklima in einem hochmotivierten und kollegialen Team