Research Assistant in Emulsion and Oleogel Formulations for Long-Acting Therapeutics

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research position awaits you in Manchester, focusing on the formulation of long-acting therapeutics. This role is part of a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revolutionizing drug delivery for chronic diseases. You will engage in exciting research, working alongside a multidisciplinary team to develop novel emulsions and oleogels, enhancing the scalability of injectable therapeutics. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and scientific advancement, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to significant healthcare innovations while enjoying a supportive work environment with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Generous annual leave entitlement

Additional paid leave over Christmas

Discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in formulating drug delivery systems.
• Knowledge of colloid and soft materials science techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and characterize novel formulations for prolonged drug release.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize formulations.

Skills

Formulation Science

Colloid Science

Soft Materials Science

Pharmaceutical Engineering

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Masters in Materials Science

Job description

Research Assistant in Emulsion and Oleogel Formulations for Long-Acting Therapeutics, Manchester

Employer:

The University of Manchester

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

11fd7e4488a3

Job Views:

5

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

This research assistant position is part of the National Hub for Advanced Long-acting Therapeutics (HALo), a UKRI-funded research initiative that brings together UK institutions to revolutionise drug delivery for chronic diseases. The HALo Hub is a multidisciplinary collaboration involving materials science, pharmaceutical engineering, bioengineering, and clinical sciences. HALo aims to establish the UK as a leader in long-acting therapeutic (LAT) development by addressing challenges in formulation science, pharmacokinetics, and sustainability. The project focuses on creating new formulations, improving drug delivery strategies, and developing predictive models to accelerate clinical translation of LATs.

The role will focus on formulating LATs based on emulsions and oleogels. The successful candidate will work with academic and research staff to design and characterize novel formulations capable of prolonged drug release, using colloid and soft materials science techniques.

The PDRA will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including materials scientists, engineers, and clinical researchers, to design and optimize ISFI formulations that achieve controlled release, stability, and reproducibility. This work will contribute to the broader goals of the HALo project by enhancing understanding and scalability of long-acting injectable therapeutics.

What you will get in return:

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Additional paid leave over Christmas
• Discounts at major retailers

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants regardless of age, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

The University supports flexible working arrangements. Hybrid working may be considered.

Please note, we cannot respond to inquiries or accept CVs/applications from recruitment agencies. Enquiries should be directed to emailprotected.

Submissions by recruitment agencies will be considered a gift.

Further Information:

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This vacancy closes at midnight on the closing date. Refer to the Further Particulars document for person specification criteria.