Research Associate in Translational Bio-Nano Analysis

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Strathclyde invites applications for a Research Associate in Translational Bio-Nano Analysis to join an interdisciplinary team. You will help develop and evaluate analytical methods for biologics, nanomedicines and advanced therapeutic platforms, contributing to publication and funding activities.

The role requires a PhD, substantial laboratory experience in bioanalysis and analytical chemistry, and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• PhD-level science education with extensive lab experience.
• Experience applying analytical techniques to characterise biologics, nanoparticles or advanced therapeutics.
• Ability to develop, optimise and interpret analytical methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate analytical methods for biologics and complex pharmaceutical systems.
• Support multiple research projects and contribute to publications and funding proposals.
• Collaborate with academic, clinical and industrial partners in a translational research environment.

Skills

Bioanalysis

Analytical chemistry

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Method development

Instrument operation

Education

PhD

Tools

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Research Associate in Translational Bio-Nano Analysis (850895)

Salary:£37,694 (limited due to funding)

FTE: 1

Contract Type:Fixed Term (24 months)

Closing Date: 19/10/2026

The Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciencesseeks to appoint a Research Associate in TranslationalBioanalysis to join an interdisciplinary research team developingand evaluating innovative biologics, nanomedicines andadvanced therapeutic platforms. Working within a dynamictranslational research environment, you will contribute to thedevelopment, optimisation and application of analytical methodsfor the characterisation of biologics and complex pharmaceuticalsystems.

You will possess a science-based education to PhD level, withexpertise in bioanalysis, pharmaceutical sciences, analyticalchemistry, molecular biology, or a related discipline. Thesuccessful candidate will have substantial laboratory experiencein the application of analytical techniques for the characterisationof biological molecules, nanoparticle systems, proteins,antibodies and/or advanced therapeutics. Experience in methoddevelopment, data analysis and interpretation, and the operationof advanced analytical instrumentation is essential.

Working collaboratively with academic, clinical and industrialpartners, you will support multiple research projects, contribute topublications and funding applications, and assist in developingnew analytical capabilities within the research group. You will behighly organised, motivated, and capable of workingindependently whilst contributing effectively within amultidisciplinary team.

This post is of 24 months duration in the first instance and maybe extended subject to project funding.

Initial interviews have been scheduled for 27th October 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contactZahra Rattray,Professor of Translational Pharmaceutics [e-mail]

Research Associate in Translational Bio-Nano Analysis (850895)

Department: Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences