Post Doctoral Research Fellow

About ARU:

We are ranked in the world’s top 350 institutions in the 2022 Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and we are a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial education and research. Our research institutes and four faculties bridge scientific, technical, and creative fields. We deliver impactful research which tackles pressing issues and makes a real difference to our communities.  Our academic excellence has been recognised by the UK’s Higher Education funding bodies, with 16 of our research areas assessed as world leading. In 2021, we were awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for our world-leading music therapy work.

About the Role:

We are offering a 2-year fixed-term post-doctoral research fellowship to assist in developing a variety of products related to  micro and nano bubbles. ARU has a strong emphasis on translational research and this project has significant independent corporate funding with the ultimate ambition to associate with Industry in commercialising products based on IP.

It is anticipated that there will be a requirement for publications in reputable journals as the project progresses. It is also anticipated that a host of products will be developed for use in medicine, hygiene, and cell growth. There will be an interchange of knowledge between clinicians, microbiologists, experimental dermatologists, and lab-based scientists. 

With a degree and PhD (completed or nearing completion), ideally in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry, or a related area, you should be strong on fluid physiology and physical chemistry of gases. You must be able to fulfil a vital role as a multidisciplinary team member helping to further develop the science of bubble technology by including predetermined bioactive products that will be responding to the needs of society.

Additionally, you will employ formulation science to offer final product solutions for potential in-vivo studies and clinical trials. You will be based in the Medical Technology Research Centre under Professor Mohammad Najlah who leads a proactive Pharmaceutical Research Group in the Nanotechnology Labs. 

Please note you will be required to work such hours as are reasonably necessary to perform your duties and may involve occasional evening or weekend work.

More details about our projects and publications please visit our webpage: https://aru.ac.uk/health-education-medicine-and-social-care/research/groups/pharmaceutical

For an informal discussion please contact Mohammad Najlah Professor of Pharmaceutics and Nanomedicine, Faculty of Health, Medicine, and Social Care at Mohammad.Najlah@aru.ac.uk

Find out more about working with us.

We have an agile working culture and offer an extensive range of benefits including generous holiday entitlement, occupational pension schemes, training and development opportunities, travel to work scheme and a competitive relocation package.

Visit our benefits page for full details.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of our staff and students and expect all staff to share this commitment.

We value diversity at ARU and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Committed to being inclusive and open to discuss flexible working. 

Guidance Notes: 

For a list of key requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply for this role please demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria in the person specification. 

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