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Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
Undertake characterization of pharmaceutical active ingredients, polymeric excipients, and plasticizers for producing amorphous-solid-dispersions.
Perform lab-scale hot-melt extrusion of pharmaceutical materials to validate predicted processing conditions and product outcomes.
Collaborate with broader pharmaceutical research team at SMART.
Design, execute, and interpret experiments independently.
Author papers in high-quality journals in areas that are related to the research.
Prepare and deliver reports and presentations for industrial partners
Carry out Risk Assessment, and ensure compliance with Work, Safety and Health Regulations.
Coordinate procurement and liaise with vendors/suppliers.
Work independently, as well as within a team.
Any other adhoc duties assigned.
Job Requirements
Have deep hands-on experience with at least one of the areas of polymer rheology, extrusion processing, pharmaceutical engineering with small molecules.
Relevant competence in the areas of wet lab work, analytical instrumentation, material science and formulation
Have an advanced degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science and engineering, or a related field.
Knowledge of any of the following will be advantageous: rheology, physical characterisation, crystallisation, polymer melts, extrusion, material physics.
Key Competencies
Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development.
Proficient in communicating via technical writing and presentations.
Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Show strong initiative and take ownership of work.
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