PhD Position in Radiation Biology and Nanomedicine Msca-Dn "Ms-Radam

Master Degree or equivalent, Candidates must:

• hold a University Master's Degree (or equivalent) in Biological/Life Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, or Biomedical Science/Engineering or other related subject
• be available to start on 01.07.2026
• have excellent English language skills (both spoken and written)
• be able to travel internationally on a regular basis, e.g. to attend regular project meetings, conferences and training activities
• be able to work in an international environment, be highly motivated and reliable, be able to meet strict deadlines,
  • (a) The candidate must not have already earned a doctoral degree.
  • (b) At the time of recruitment, the candidate must not have lived or conducted their main activities (work, study, etc.) in the country of recruitment for more than 12 months in the 3 years prior to the recruitment date/start date of the activities.
  • (c) The candidate must meet ALL admission requirements for the PhD program at University College London. These requirements must be fulfilled at the start of the contract.
  • (d) Candidates of all nationalities and genders are welcome to apply.
  • (e) In line with MSCA requirements, candidates must be willing to undertake international mobility (four months) during the project implementation. This is a mandatory requirement.
  • Selection process
  • (c) Relevance of the MSc thesis and other scientific outputs
  • (d) Prior work experience
  • (e) Candidate's motivation

MS-RADAM (“Multi Scale phenomena in RAdiation DAMage”) is a European Doctoral Network project funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) programme. The project brings together leading academic and industrial partners from eight European countries (Germany, France, United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Czech Republic, Sweden, Denmark and Georgia) to train a new generation of interdisciplinary researchers. MS-RADAM aims to advance the understanding of key radiation‑induced biodamage phenomena at the nano‑ and larger scales, with applications in particle therapy, radiotherapy, and radio protection.

These include the formation of DNA strand breaks by ionising radiation, DNA repair, radio sensitisation by metal nanoparticles, cell survival and radioresistance. The MS‑R ADAM research programme combines state‑of‑the‑art computational multiscale modelling (using DFT/TDDFT methods, collision theory, molecular dynamics, stochastic dynamics, Monte Carlo and analytical methods) and its thorough validation using advanced experimental techniques (such as mass spectrometry, electron microscopy, radiochemistry and radio biology experiments with biomolecular and biological systems such as oligonucleotides, DNA origami, radio sensitising nanoparticles, living cells and multicellular targets).

MS-RADAM invites applications for a 36‑month, full‑time, fixed‑term position as a Doctoral Candidate (DC). The successful candidate will be employed by University College London (UCL), United Kingdom, and enrolled in its PhD programme. UCL is one of the world’s leading universities, known for its academic excellence, global outlook, and commitment to innovation. With a diverse, collaborative community and a strong focus on real‑world impact, it offers an inspiring environment to grow and contribute.

At UCL Division of Surgery and Interventional Science we conduct pioneering research in healthcare delivery and technologies, with research spanning the full translational pathway, reflected in the multidisciplinary nature of our team.