UKRI Global Talent Fund: Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Advanced Pharmaceutical Development (853717)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Strathclyde invites applications for a Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Advanced Pharmaceutical Development to join the CMAC academic team and lead transformative research in digital CMC and Quality by Digital Design (QbDD).

We seek candidates with strong research potential, teaching excellence, and a track record of securing research funding, who can mentor early career researchers and contribute to strategic programme delivery across Strathclyde's globally recognised

Qualifications

• PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or closely related field.
• Strong research track record in pharmaceutical development.
• Experience in supervising PhD students and postdocs.
• Ability to secure external research funding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead innovative research programmes in digital CMC and QbDD.
• Lead multidisciplinary collaboration within CMAC and with external partners.
• Contribute to teaching and supervision of graduate students and postdocs.
• Secure competitive research funding and manage projects.

Skills

Teaching & lecturing

Research leadership

Grant writing

Digital CMC knowledge

Education

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Postdoctoral research experience

Tools

Digital design platforms

Job description

The University of Strathclyde is proud to be one of only 12 UK universities awarded funding from the prestigious UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Global Talent Fund (GTF). This £4.35 million investment recognises Strathclyde’s global leadership in research, innovation, and impact.

We seek to appoint a Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Advanced Pharmaceutical Development to join the academic team in CMAC and develop and lead new scientific research programmes aligned to the Centre’s strategic programme to transform the ways that medicines are designed and made through digital CMC and Quality by Digital Design (QbDD). We welcome applications from candidates at early career stages and appointments will be made at either a Senior Lecturer or Lecturer level appropriate to a successful candidate’s experience and career stage.

Why Strathclyde?

The University of Strathclyde is a globally recognised, research-intensive university with a strong track record of delivering impactful research that addresses global challenges and drives innovation. Researchers benefit from access to world-class facilities, a collaborative ecosystem of academic and industry partners, and a culture that fosters interdisciplinary innovation and real-world impact.

About the UKRI Global Talent Fund

This prestigious programme supports the recruitment and integration of globally recognised researchers into the UK’s research landscape. Benefits include:

• Permanent Academic Appointments (commencing 2025–26)
• Dedicated Research Funding aligned with national and global priorities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Relocation Support for researchers and their families
• Visa Sponsorship, including Global Talent visa and Immigration Health Surcharge
• Career Development through mentorship, peer networks, and structured progression

Additionally you will be rewarded with:

• Growth of your research portfolio and generous start-up package
• Reduced teaching load over the initial years of your appointment
• 2-year post-doctoral position/research assistant from the Global Talent fund
• In addition, we will also offer a PhD position funded by the University - this follows the standard UKRI stipend level and is a scholarship that is tax-free.
• Support through our academic career development framework to gain feedback on your performance, meet your training needs and enhance your effectiveness – allowing you to be ready for promotion within 5-years of your appointment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Strathclyde is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive research environment. We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure fairness and equity, and we are dedicated to supporting all researchers to thrive, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

Please note: This post is supported by the UKRI Global Talent Fund. In line with the funding requirements, it is only open to international researchers who have not resided in the UK during the 24 months prior to the grant start date (July 2025) and are not currently employed by UK-based organisations or their overseas campuses. All researchers supported by the Global Talent Fund must relocate to the United Kingdom or the Common Travel Area. The majority of their time dedicated to the funded research must be spent physically based in the UK.