Marie Curie Trainee Fellow Full-time

Marie Curie Trainee Fellow

University College London (UCL) is one of the world's leading universities, known for its academic excellence, global outlook, and commitment to innovation. UCL Division of Surgery and Interventional Science conducts pioneering research in healthcare delivery and technologies, with research spanning the full translational pathway, reflected in the multidisciplinary nature of our team.

About MS-RADAM- MultiScale Phenomena in Radiation Damage

MS-RADAM is an EU-funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Doctoral Network bringing together 10 leading European Institutions, including UCL, to develop multiscale radiation damage prediction models. This ambitious project combines physics, chemistry, biochemistry and biology spanning experimental and computational modelling methods to advance understanding of Radiation Damage (RADAM) phenomena in biomolecular and biological systems relevant to next generation radiotherapy.

The network will recruit 14 Doctoral Candidates (DCs), each contributing unique research to an integrated multiscale platform modelling RADAM. You will join a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment with access to cutting-edge facilities and expertise across Europe. Training includes advanced scientific and professional development courses, and close collaboration with supervisors, stakeholders, and the wider MS-RADAM consortium.

About the Role

University College London invites applications for a 36-month funded doctoral position focused on understanding and optimising the use of nanoparticle in radiotherapy enhancement. You will design and conduct experiments, validate computational models, and contribute to the development of in vitro test platforms for nanoparticle enhanced radiotherapy.

Applicants should hold a Master's degree in a subject related to life sciences, biomedical science, physics, chemistry, or chemical engineering, with knowledge or experience in nanomedicine, radiotherapy and cell culture. The position offers supervision by Dr Kate Ricketts and Prof Gary Royle, and secondments to leading European institutions (3–6 months).

Please note this is a fixed-term role for a period of 36 months, starting on 1st July 2026 or an agreed date, but no later than the 1st September 2026.

How to Apply:

Please send the following documents as a single PDF file to k.ricketts@ucl.ac.uk before 15 April 2026:

(i) your full CV

(ii) a copy of the most recent diploma (Master's or equivalent)

(iii) a copy of your marks and grades

(iv) a letter of motivation

(v) two letters of recommendation

Please include “MS-RADAM DC12 Application” in the email subject line.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered.

About You

We are keen to receive applications from candidates holding a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Biomedical or Life Sciences, Engineering, Physics or Chemistry or a closely related discipline. You should be in the first four years of your research career and must not yet have been awarded a doctoral degree.

Experience in experimentation, data acquisition and processing is essential. You will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in English, and the ability to present your work effectively. Strong organisational skills, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines are key. You should be committed to professional development, equality of opportunity, and willing to travel and work across Europe.

Experience with nanoparticles, cell culturing, wet lab experiments, molecular biology, imaging, and radiotherapy is highly desirable and will allow you to make an even greater impact on the project.

Application Guidance:

• In line with the Marie Skłodowska-Curie mobility requirements, you must not have lived or worked in the UK for more than 12 months in the three years prior to your recruitment date, and can be of any nationality.
• It is essential that all applicants include a supporting statement, with examples, that clearly demonstrates how they meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification
• Based on pension status and dependent allowance, the total annual remuneration offered for this fellowship falls within the range of £36,530 to £47,630.

What We Offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.

You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here.