Research Assistant/Associate in Pharmaceutics

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Salary
Research Assistant- £32,296 to £33,882 per annum.
Research Associate- £34,866 to £40,247 per annum.

The Role
We are seeking an ambitious post-doctoral researcher who will work with Dr Kavanagh in his Action Medical Research/LifeArc funded lab to develop new formulations of cysteamine for a rare disease, cystinosis. It's an exciting time to join our research group which currently has 4 members, 3 PhD students and a post-doctoral researcher and plans to hire 2 more PhD students by year-end.

The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge research projects, collaborate with leading experts, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in crystal engineering. We have links with The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospital groups and our central goal is to make a real difference for patients living with this condition.

With a focus on high-impact publications and grant applications, the post-doc will have the opportunity to shape their own research agenda while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

This role is ideal for a self-driven and forward-thinking individual eager to make a significant impact in their academic career.

This post is fixed-term for a period of one year, with possible extension.

The start date for the post is 1 January 2025. For informal enquiries contact: oisin.kavanagh@newcastle.ac.uk.

Find out more about the Faculty of Medical Sciences here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/.

Find out more about our Research Institutes here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/research/institutes/.

As part of our commitment to career development for research colleagues, the University has developed 3 levels of research role profiles. These profiles set out firstly the generic competences and responsibilities expected of role holders at each level and secondly the general qualifications and experiences needed for entry at a particular level.

Please note that if you are successful to this role, you will require medical clearance before you can commence in the role.

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