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.
Prestigious Global Talent Fund Opportunity
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,
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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.
£47,389 to £67,468 (Lecturer: £47,389 - £58,225; Senior Lecturer: £59,966 - £67,468)