The PET Centre invites applications for a research grant in radiopharmaceutical chemistry

The PET Centre’s radiopharmaceutical chemistry group is inviting applications for a research grant for scientific research in the field of new radiotracer development. The grant is intended for an applicant who holds a Master of Science degree in Chemistry, with a specialization in Radiopharmaceutical Chemistry, and has prior experience in handling open radioactive sources. Previous experience in the synthesis of radiopharmaceutical precursors, as well as the synthesis and HPLC analysis of 18F-labeled tracers, is considered an advantage.

Grant amount: €2,100/month

Grant period: 6 months, June 1, 2026 – November 30, 2026

Please submit your application online by May 27, 2026, at 23:59 (Finnish time). Applications should include a CV and a short motivation letter.

You can find the application link here:

https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/6AD17E5698A1AFEC

For more information regarding the grant, please contact Professor Anu Airaksinen, anu.airaksinen at utu.fi

Human Resources Specialist Mirjami Jaakkola , mirjami.a.jaakkola@utu.fi assists in the recruitment process.