Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Advanced Pharmaceutical Development
Lead transformative research in digital Continuous Manufacturing and Quality by Digital Design (QbDD) at a UKRI Global Talent Fund-supported university.
Best for:Best for established or early-career pharmaceutical scientists, chemical engineers, or researchers with expertise in digital manufacturing, QbDD, or advanced pharmaceutical development seeking a permanent academic role with substantial funding and career support.
Overview
This position offers a Senior Lecturer or Lecturer appointment in Advanced Pharmaceutical Development at the University of Strathclyde’s Continuous Manufacturing and Crystallisation (CMAC) Centre. The successful candidate will develop and lead innovative research programmes focused on revolutionising pharmaceutical design and production through digital Continuous Manufacturing and Quality by Digital Design (QbDD). The role is part of the prestigious UKRI Global Talent Fund, providing permanent academic appointments, substantial research funding, relocation support, visa sponsorship, and career development opportunities. Open to international researchers with no recent UK residency, this position emphasises interdisciplinary collaboration, reduced teaching loads, and a supportive academic environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and lead new research programmes aligned with digital Continuous Manufacturing and Quality by Digital Design (QbDD) principles.
- Design and implement innovative pharmaceutical development methodologies to enhance drug production efficiency and quality.
- Collaborate with industry partners and academic colleagues to drive interdisciplinary research and innovation.
- Supervise postdoctoral researchers, PhD students, and contribute to teaching within the Faculty of Science.
- Secure external research funding to support ongoing and future projects.
- Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.
- Engage with stakeholders to translate research into real-world pharmaceutical advancements.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline with a strong background in pharmaceutical development or digital manufacturing.
Language: English; proficiency sufficient for academic research and teaching
Instruction: English
- Proven expertise in pharmaceutical development, digital manufacturing, or QbDD methodologies.
- Experience in designing and leading interdisciplinary research projects.
- Strong track record of securing external research funding.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with academic and industry partners.
- Proficiency in advanced analytical techniques and digital tools for pharmaceutical research.
- International researchers who have not resided in the UK for the 24 months prior to the grant start date (July 2025).
- Not currently employed by UK-based organisations or their overseas campuses.
- Must relocate to the UK or the Common Travel Area for the majority of the research period.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-26
Applicants must submit their CV, a cover letter outlining their research vision and qualifications, and a research proposal through the university’s online application portal. Additional supporting documents may include a publication list and references. Detailed instructions and the application form are available via the provided link.
- CV
- Cover letter detailing research vision and qualifications
- Research proposal
- Publication list
- Reference letters
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