Research Associate in Microdosing Drug Delivery Platforms

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Scotland seeks a PhD candidate in materials science or related fields with expertise in 3D printing and drug delivery systems. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the chance to collaborate with experts in a vibrant research environment. The position includes comprehensive staff benefits. Deadline for applications is August 29, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Competitive pension schemes

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in 3D printing and drug delivery systems.
• Strong research background in applying relevant engineering to drug delivery and tissue sample collection.

Responsibilities

• Work with experts in drug delivery, biosensing, electrochemistry, and medical sciences.

Skills

3D printing

Drug delivery systems

Biosensing and bioanalytical techniques

Physiological sample collection and analysis

Fluorescence / confocal microscopy for bioimaging

Education

PhD in materials science, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or pharmacy

Job description

Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,882 per annum

CSE / School of Engineering

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: 2 years

We are looking for a PhD candidate in materials science, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or pharmacy, with expertise in 3D printing technology and drug formulations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in 3D printing, drug delivery systems, and cell culture, along with a strong research background in applying materials science, chemical engineering, or biomedical engineering to drug delivery and tissue sample collection.

The Opportunity:

The candidate will have the opportunity of working with experts in drug delivery, biosensing, electrochemistry, and medical sciences.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• 3D printing
• Drug delivery systems
• Biosensing and bioanalytical techniques
• Physiological sample collection and analysis
• Fluorescence / confocal microscopy for bioimaging

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As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages (opens new browser tab).

The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 29th August 2025.

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Interviews will be held 22nd September 2025.