Post Doc in Solid State Pharmaceutics University of Copenhagen Department of Pharmacy

Postdoc in Solid State Pharmaceutics at the Department of Pharmacy Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences University of Copenhagen We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic researcher for a 2-year full time Postdoc position at the Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen. The position is open from 1st of December 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is limited in time to 24 months. Further information on the department can be found at: https://pharmacy.ku.dk/ The position is within the area of amorphous solid drug substances research with a focus on differences between differently prepared amorphous forms of the same drug substances. The position is embedded in the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group. Further information on the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group can be found at: https://pharmacy.ku.dk/research/solid-state-pharmaceutics/. Our research Research in the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group focusses on the solid state of pharmaceutical preparations, with a specific interest in the transformation of a drug from the crystalline state to high-energy amorphous forms. Using a teamwork and interdisciplinary approach, and embedded in an international network of collaborators, we investigate different types of amorphous pharmaceutical systems with respect to their physicochemical properties, their stabilization and their pharmaceutical performance. Your job A post doc position in the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group on Organic Polyamorphism: its existence, formation, characterization and pharmaceutical relevance. We strive for a combination of experimental (preparative and analytical) and computer modelling work to address fundamental and applied open questions around the elusive topic of polyamorphism. Profile We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience: Essential experience and skills: You have a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Physical Chemistry or a related area You are experienced in the preparation and analytics of amorphous solids You have an active interest in molecular modelling Proficient communication skills and ability to work in teams Excellent English skills written and spoken Place of employment The place of employment is at Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and access to state of the art equipment (including through the center for advanced solid state analysis (https://pharmacy.ku.dk/research/cpharma/), via a range of international research partners (https://www.pssrc.org/), as well as access to large infrastructure facilities). Terms of employment The employment as postdoc is a full time and fixed-term position for 2 years. Starting date is 1st of December 2020 or thereafter. Salary, pension and terms of employment will be in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Currently, the monthly salary starts at 34,600 DKK/ approx. 4,649 Euro (April 2020-level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 17.1 % to your pension fund. Non-Danish and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years. The position is covered by the “Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at the Universities” of June 28, 2013. Questions For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Thomas Rades (thomas.rades@sund.ku.dk); www.sund.ku.dk Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility). Application procedure Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format: 1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page). 2. CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position. 3. A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do. 4. List of publications. Application deadline: 15th September 2020, 23.59pm CET We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements. The further process After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself. You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/ The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities. Interviews are expected to be held in week 41-43. University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone. APPLY NOW Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career. Info Application deadline: 15-09-2020 Employment start: 01-12-2020 Working hours: Full time Department/Location: Department of Pharmacy If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Medicinoxy Apply

Postdoc in Solid State Pharmaceutics at the Department of Pharmacy

Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences

University of Copenhagen

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic researcher for a 2-year full time Postdoc position at the Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen. The position is open from 1st of December 2020 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is limited in time to 24 months.

Further information on the department can be found at: https://pharmacy.ku.dk/

The position is within the area of amorphous solid drug substances research with a focus on differences between differently prepared amorphous forms of the same drug substances. The position is embedded in the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group. Further information on the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group can be found at: https://pharmacy.ku.dk/research/solid-state-pharmaceutics/.

Our research

Research in the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group focusses on the solid state of pharmaceutical preparations, with a specific interest in the transformation of a drug from the crystalline state to high-energy amorphous forms. Using a teamwork and interdisciplinary approach, and embedded in an international network of collaborators, we investigate different types of amorphous pharmaceutical systems with respect to their physicochemical properties, their stabilization and their pharmaceutical performance.

Your job

A post doc position in the Solid State Pharmaceutics research group on Organic Polyamorphism: its existence, formation, characterization and pharmaceutical relevance. We strive for a combination of experimental (preparative and analytical) and computer modelling work to address fundamental and applied open questions around the elusive topic of polyamorphism.

Profile

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic scientist with the following competencies and experience:

Essential experience and skills:

You have a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Physical Chemistry or a related area
You are experienced in the preparation and analytics of amorphous solids
You have an active interest in molecular modelling
Proficient communication skills and ability to work in teams
Excellent English skills written and spoken

Place of employment

The place of employment is at Department of Pharmacy, University of Copenhagen. We offer creative and stimulating working conditions in dynamic and international research environment. Our research facilities include modern laboratories and access to state of the art equipment (including through the center for advanced solid state analysis (https://pharmacy.ku.dk/research/cpharma/), via a range of international research partners (https://www.pssrc.org/), as well as access to large infrastructure facilities).

Terms of employment

The employment as postdoc is a full time and fixed-term position for 2 years. Starting date is 1st of December 2020 or thereafter.

Salary, pension and terms of employment will be in accordance with the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations). Currently, the monthly salary starts at 34,600 DKK/ approx. 4,649 Euro (April 2020-level). Depending on qualifications, a supplement may be negotiated. The employer will pay an additional 17.1 % to your pension fund.

Non-Danish and Danish applicants may be eligible for tax reductions, if they hold a PhD degree and have not lived in Denmark the last 10 years.

The position is covered by the “Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at the Universities” of June 28, 2013.

Questions

For further information please contact Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Thomas Rades (thomas.rades@sund.ku.dk); www.sund.ku.dk

Foreign applicants may find this link useful: www.ism.ku.dk (International Staff Mobility).

Application procedure

Your online application must be submitted in English by clicking ‘Apply now’ below. Furthermore your application must include the following documents/attachments – all in PDF format:

1. Motivated letter of application (max. one page).

2. CV incl. education, work/research experience, language skills and other skills relevant for the position.

3. A certified/signed copy of a) PhD certificate and b) Master of Science certificate. If the PhD is not completed, a written statement from the supervisor will do.

4. List of publications.

Application deadline: 15th September 2020, 23.59pm CET

We reserve the right not to consider material received after the deadline, and not to consider applications that do not live up to the abovementioned requirements.

The further process

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the hiring committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an unbiased assessor. Once the assessment work has been completed each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself.

You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/

The applicant will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.

Interviews are expected to be held in week 41-43.

University of Copenhagen wish to reflect the diversity of society and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

APPLY NOW

Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe’s top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.