Research Associate

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Healthcare services

Excellent annual leave plus holidays

Flexible working

Job summary

The University of Manchester is offering a PhD opportunity within the Division of Pharmacy and Optometry, under the supervision of Prof Alberto Saiani. The project, hosted by the Polymer & Peptides Research Group at the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology, focuses on in-situ forming sub-cutaneous solid depot designs for long-term cancer drug delivery.

Applicants should have a PhD in polymer science with a strong background in drug delivery, excellent scientific and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• PhD in polymer science with background in drug delivery.
• Strong scientific and communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and interact with industry partner Innovarus.

Responsibilities

• Support IBIC-funded project on in-situ forming sub-cutaneous solid depot for long-term delivery of cancer drugs.
• Collaborate with the Polymer & Peptides Research Group at Manchester Institute of Biotechnology and supervise interactions with industry partner Innovarus.

Education

PhD in polymer science or related field

Job description

This is an outstanding opportunity for a PhD, with a background in polymer science and drug delivery, to work within the Division of Pharmacy and Optometry under the supervision of Prof Alberto Saiani. The post holder will be part of the Polymer & Peptides Research Group, which is based at Manchester Institute of Biotechnology.

The candidate will support the aims of the project funded by Industrial Biotechnology Innovation Catalyst (IBIC). This innovative project will study the design and development of novel in-situ forming sub-cutaneous solid depot for long term delivery of cancer drugs.

This position offers an ideal opportunity for an enthusiastic, well-motivated individual to work as part of a sociable multi-disciplinary team consisting of PhD and PDRA. The ideal candidate will have excellent scientific and communication skills and will be able to work with minimal supervision leading the interaction with industrial collaborator Innovarus.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate is required for this role.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Alberto Saiani

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.