The Division of General Radiology is looking for a

Tenure Track Professor of Integrative Oncologic Radiology of the Abdomen and Urogenital Tract

Identification number: KA-ALGRD-2026-003627

Application time: 02/19/2026

We are looking for an excellent specialist and researcher to expand our internationally renowned scientific and research agenda in the field of radiology. The successful candidate should be a proven expert in the field of oncologic radiology of the abdomen and urogenital tract and represent it in research, teaching and patient care. The research area oncologic radiology plays a key role in the Division of General Radiological Diagnostics. The goal of research is to make a significant contribution to precision oncology (especially therapy planning, progress and response assessment of oncologic diseases) in the field of integrative oncologic radiology of the abdomen and urogenital tract using high-quality, multiparametric and quantitative imaging. Excellent research conditions and modern infrastructure provide the optimal foundation for this work, for example, high-end CT systems (including photon counting technology) and high-end MRI systems (1.5 and 3T clinical scanners and a specific 3T research scanner) as well as established postprocessing and radiomics infrastructure. In addition, the department is integrated into a broad national and international scientific network, in part through Comprehensive Cancer Center Graz as well as established cooperations with university and extramural research institutions, which offer a suitable structural foundation for interdisciplinary scientific exchange and the development of innovative research approaches. The initial appointment is limited to six years with a qualification agreement (tenure track model pursuant to § 99 para. 5 and 6 of the Universities Act). The career advancement goal is to transfer to a tenured position as an associate professor. If the candidate demonstrates outstanding and remarkable achievements, the qualification agreement may be fulfilled more quickly.

Core duties and responsibilities:

• Innovatively advancing research in the field of oncologic abdominal and urogenital radiology
• Regularly publishing scientific papers in the field of oncologic abdominal and urogenital radiology
• Designing, acquiring, implementing and managing funded research projects
• Establishing and leading a nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary team and promoting junior researchers and clinicians
• Networking through national and international research collaborations
• Providing inpatient and outpatient care according to modern biopsychosocial and personalized medicine and being on call
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in medicine, supervising diploma and PhD students and mentoring and promoting junior researchers
• Participating in effective public relations work/science communication in the research area

Successful candidates must have the following qualifications:

• Degree in medicine and a relevant doctoral degree
• Authorization to practice as a specialist in radiology in Austria or an equivalent qualification from another country with proven subspecialization in abdominal radiology
• Several years of experience in patient care in the field of oncological abdominal and urogenital radiology
• Profound research expertise, with an emphasis on oncological radiology, as well as the specialized fields of oncological abdominal and urogenital radiology
• Acquisition of third-party funding (peer reviewed or contract research), particularly in the field of oncologic abdominal and urogenital radiology
• Experience in setting up and directing a scientific working group
• Experience in university teaching and/or (co)supervising diploma/doctoral students and/or training postdoctoral scholars
• Proven track record of international networking with scientific cooperation partners
• Research stay abroad of several months at a different research institution than the one where specialist training was received
• C1 level of proficiency in both spoken and written German and English (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)

The ideal candidate has the following profile:

• Expertise in multiparametric and quantitative MRI (prostate, hepatobiliary, pancreatic, urologic and gynecologic oncology)
• Knowledge and experience with radiomics, AI and translational imaging biomarkers
• Proven management and leadership skills
• Gender and diversity skills
• Team player able to motivate colleagues and students
• Responsible work habits and problem-solving skills
• Empathy as well as good communication and social skills

Entry date: 01/21/2026

limited to 6 years

initially limited to 6 years, becoming a tenured position when the qualification agreement is met

Level of employment: 100%

Classification in employment group A2 according to the collective agreement for university employees.

Application: The Medical University of Graz invites all applicants to submit their application online by February 19, 2026 .

Please note that we can only consider complete applications that have been received by the application deadline. A list of the documents to be submitted can be found here .

Statutory information: The minimum remuneration is based on the collective agreement for university employees (KV § 49.2).

Scheduled date for job interview: April 21, 2026 at the Medical University of Graz

The Medical University of Graz is committed to increasing the proportion of women in management positions at universities in Austria and encourages qualified women to apply. Among applicants with equal qualifications, female applicants will be given priority. We also welcome applications from qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage them to apply.

Due to technical conditions, there may be restrictions on online applications. If you cannot access the application form using "Apply Now", please send your application documents to bewerbung@medunigraz.at .