Uppsala universitet, Institutionen för farmaci

The Department of Pharmacy at Uppsala University is devoted to research and teaching related to the development, manufacturing and use of pharmaceuticals. The department is internationally recognized for its research on drug delivery and pharmaceutical formulation. The department is located at campus BMC, a multidisciplinary research and teaching centre at Uppsala University. The research is developed by five research groups; for an overview of the profiles of the research groups, go to www.farmaci.uu.se

The Department of Pharmacy is also the academic hub of a joint academic/industry collaborative initiative, the Swedish Drug Delivery Forum (SDDF), with ten industrial partners and financial support by Vinnova (Sweden´s Innovation Agency). The aim of the forum is to develop a world leading research milieu within the field of Drug Delivery. More information can be found at the homepage: www.medfarm.uu.se/sddf

Uppsala University hereby declares one researcher position within the science program of the Swedish Drug Delivery Forum open for applications in order to maintain and strengthen the group's activities in the projects conducted within the SDDF platform for drug delivery to lung (Platform 3: Project group F). The purpose of the call is to recruit a researcher with expertise in the field of particle mechanics, in particular with regard to techniques for characterizing the mechanical and pharmaceutical properties of individual particles and powders.

Duties:
To conduct own research and collaborate with researchers in the projects conducted within the framework of the activities of SDDF's Platform 3, in particular with regard to techniques for characterizing the properties of individual particles. The work also includes administrative tasks in connection with reporting and documentation of the research within the project groups, as well as participation in events organized by and in connection with the research group's and SDDF's activities.

Requirements:
To qualify for the position as a researcher, a doctoral degree of relevance to the work area must be completed, typically in the field of pharmaceutics.

Evaluation criteria:
The assessment of applications is primarily based on the applicant's research skills and research focus in relation to the purpose of the call. Account will also be taken of the ability of the candidate ability to work full-time for 12 months within the period mentioned below. The researcher is expected to be able to independently perform high-quality research and publish her or his results in reputable scientific journals. She or he is also expected to contribute to other projects within the forum and the institution.

How to apply:
The application should contain a letter in which the applicant describes her- or himself, motivates why she or he has applied for the position, states relevant qualifications and indicates research interests and plans for the future. It must contain a CV including name and contact details for at least two references, copies of relevant certificates, degrees and grades, and a list of previous research publications of relevance, including the applicant's doctoral thesis.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Salary: Individual salary.

Starting date: As soon as possible or as otherwise agreed.

Type of employment: Temporary position ending 2020-06-30.

Scope of employment: 100%

For further information about the position please contact:

Professor Göran Alderborn, Goran.Alderborn@farmaci.uu.se

Professor Göran Frenning: Goran.Frenning@farmaci.uu.se

Please submit your application by 18 April 2019, UFV-PA 2019/903.

Are you considering moving to Sweden to work at Uppsala University? If so, you will find a lot of information about working and living in Sweden at www.uu.se/joinus. You are also welcome to contact International Faculty and Staff Services at ifss@uadm.uu.se.

Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Full time
First day of employment 2019-07-01
Salary Individual salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100%
City Uppsala
County Uppsala län
Country Sweden
Reference number UFV-PA 2019/903
Union representative
  • Seko Universitetsklubben, seko@uadm.uu.se
  • ST/TCO, tco@fackorg.uu.se
  • Saco-rådet, saco@uadm.uu.se
Published 27.Mar.2019
Last application date 18.Apr.2019 11:59 PM CEST

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