Professor (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, committed to delivering life-changing education and impactful research. We are ambitious and driven by a bold vision: to establish ourselves among the world’s leading universities.

We foster a culture that empowers individuals and teams to make a meaningful difference—collectively and personally.

The University of Surrey invites applications for Professor (Pharmaceutical Sciences) role. This is a permanent academic post in the expanding field of Pharmaceutical Sciences, based in our thriving School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering.

This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking School and play a key role in shaping the future of pharmaceutical sciences education and research at Surrey.

The School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering is one of four major interdisciplinary schools within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, and chemical engineering. As part of the University’s strategic vision, the School is advancing ambitious research and teaching initiatives to ensure our graduates are equipped for successful and impactful careers. Collegiality and cross-disciplinary collaboration are central to our ethos. Our facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories, such as our award winning pilot plant and modern lecture theatres on our beautiful Stag Hill campus in Guildford.

Your Role

Successful candidates will:

• Lead or contribute to internationally recognised research in pharmaceutical sciences.
• Deliver high-quality teaching on undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, focussing on pharmaceutical sciences but with overlap into the chemistry and chemical engineering programmes.
• Supervise student (UG & PG(T)) research projects and contribute to curriculum design and assessment.
• Engage with student recruitment, support, and professional development.
• Build collaborations with industry and support development of training opportunities.

Areas of Expertise

We particularly welcome applicants whose research interests align with one or more of the following areas. You will also be expected to contribute to teaching in at least one of these areas.

• Computational Pharmaceutical Sciences, including molecular docking
• Separation Sciences, for small- and large-scale pharmaceutical and chemical engineering applications
• Pharmacology / Pharmacokinetics
• Formulation Science
• Metals and Materials Science, applied within pharmaceutical or inorganic chemistry contexts

What We are Looking For

You should have:

• A PhD in a relevant field
• An established/emerging track record of high-quality research
• Teaching experience
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for interdisciplinary work
• Experience developing links with industry (desirable)

Informal Enquiries

To discuss the roles informally, please contact the Head of School, Professor Adrian Dobbs, or Dr Milan Antonijevic, MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences Programme Leader.

How to Apply

To apply, please click on the Apply button below. Please submit your CV (including details of any funding and a full publication list) and brief cover letter, along with a document (maximum 3 pages) highlighting your future research plans at Surrey (including potential collaborations) and how these fit with your teaching interests.

We can offer a generous remuneration package, which includes relocation assistance where appropriate, an attractive research environment, the latest teaching facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities.

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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