Pharmaceutical Science: Fees only MSc by Research studentship in Medical and Health Care Studies

Swansea University; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a motivated MSc by Research student for a First Stage Researcher position focused on developing innovative 3D-printed oral drug delivery systems. Candidates should have a keen interest in pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical engineering, or gastrointestinal health. The scholarship covers full tuition costs and offers up to £1,000 for research expenses. Join this exciting project aiming to transform treatment strategies for gastrointestinal conditions.

Benefits

Full tuition fees covered

Up to £1,000 for research expenses

Qualifications

• MSc or appropriate master’s degree required.
• Strong interest in pharmaceutical sciences or biomedical engineering.
• Willingness to learn and be enthusiastic about research.

Responsibilities

• Explore pharmaceutical 3D printing techniques.
• Conduct rheological assessments for material printability.
• Perform quality control and drug release studies.

Job description

First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions

Offer Description

In 2015, the epilepsy medication Spritamb became the first and still the only FDA‑approved drug manufactured using 3D printing. Since then, research has flourished in developing innovative 3D‑printed formulations.

We are seeking a motivated and curious MSc by Research student to join an exciting interdisciplinary project focused on developing an innovative oral drug delivery system. This project aims to create magnetically guided, 3D‑printed oral formulations designed for precise localisation and controlled drug release within the gastrointestinal tract.

As part of this research, the student will explore pharmaceutical 3D printing techniques, conduct rheological assessments to ensure material printability, and perform rigorous quality control and drug release studies. The formulations developed have the potential to transform treatment strategies for conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal cancers, and severe acid reflux.

• Applicants with a keen interest in pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical engineering, or gastrointestinal health are encouraged to apply. Prior experience in any of these areas is beneficial but not essential, as enthusiasm and a willingness to learn together are key.

PhD: Applicants for PhD must hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level in Computer Science, Mathematics or a closely related discipline, or an appropriate master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’ (or non‑UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). Note for international and European applicants: details of how your qualification compares to the published academic entry requirements can be found on our Country Specific Entry Requirements page.

Additional Information

This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees, as well as additional funding of up to £1,000 for associated research expenses.