Research Fellow in stability analysis of ready-to-use injectable medicines (ED12388)

Job title:

Research Fellow in stability analysis of ready-to-use injectable medicines (ED12388)

Company

University of Bath

Job description

Job title Research Fellow in stability analysis of ready-to-use injectable medicinesDepartment Life SciencesSalary Starting from £46,485, rising to £55,295Grade Grade 8Contract Type Full Time, Fixed TermPlaced on Thursday 16 January 2025Closing date Thursday 30 January 2025Interview date Thursday 13 February 2025Reference ED12388Applicant Visa Guidance ShareResearch Fellow in stability analysis of ready-to-use injectable medicinesAbout the roleWe are looking for an outstanding researcher to help pioneer novel methods for evaluation of drug molecules (biological and small molecule) to assess compatibility in line with relevant NHS guidelines. Our vision is to gain a deeper understanding of the pathways and mechanisms that impact drug stability in-use.The ability to develop a deeper understanding of the many effects that manufacture process and storage impart on ready to use medicines is of crucial importance in the future development of improved formulations for these molecules and improving their safety towards patients.This project will develop novel tools and methods for determining the activity of drug molecules subject to stress conditions such as altered formulation or changes to manufacture process. This may involve (for biological drugs) the use of systems containing multiple cell types whereby each process stimulated by the drug can be investigated.This is a highly multi-disciplinary project and will utilise techniques across a range of scientific disciplines, including analytical chemistry, therapeutic chemistry, technologies in the areas of gene editing and gene transfer, molecular biology, cell biology, transfection techniques, reporter gene assays, and protein biochemistry.This position is offered on a full time basis, fixed term until 9th February 2026.About youOur ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Postdoctoral experience in a relevant research field
• Established area of expertise in research
• Experience successfully supervising other staff and students
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Further informationAs a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year.For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Andrew Watts, Senior Lecturer, at or Dr Julia Sero, Lecturer, at .What we can offer you:We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a . We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our commitment.We are very proud to be an and are an accredited ; committed to .

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
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• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce

and to help with the cost of some immigration expensesWe are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. .what makes the University of Bath a great place to work. Follow us and on Twitter for more information.Further details:We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details such as your name, may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.

Expected salary

£46485 – 55295 per year

Location

Bath

Job date

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 03:55:33 GMT

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