Postdoc Oral Lipid Based Formulations

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Career Programs

Job Sub Function:
Post Doc - R&D Product Development

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Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:
Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium

Job Description:

The role

We are seeking a talented Postdoctoral Scholar (Postdoc) to work in a highly collaborative environment for a two‑year assignment during which you will explore advanced in vitro characterization methods that connect lipid formulation behavior to drug delivery potential ultimately aiming to design next‑generation lipid based formulation strategies for beyond rule of five (bRo5) drug candidates.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will:


* Build and explore an advanced in vitro characterization toolbox e.g.

coupling dissolution, lipolysis, precipitation/crystallization, mucus penetration, and permeation readouts for lipid‑based formulations.


* Explore downscaling/high‑throughput feasibility for e.g.

lipolysis and dissolution‑permeation workflows to enable efficient screening and optimization.


* Design and optimize next‑level lipid formulation strategies for the oral delivery of bRo5 molecules


* Support in vivo translation e.g.

contributing to rat PK/lymphatic transport studies and mechanistic experiments


* Communicate scientific outcomes through internal presentations and scientific forums and contribute to manuscript preparation and publication strategy consistent with IP guidance.

Required qualifications


* PhD (or near completion) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely related discipline.


* Demonstrated ability to design and execute experimental research with scientific independence (literature review, planning, lab execution, data analysis, reporting).


* Experience relevant to the project focus: lipid‑based formulations and/or biopharmaceutics tools that link formulation behavior (dispersion/dissolution/digestion/precipitation) to delivery potential (permeation).


* Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and a track record of scientific output (publications/presentations and/or patents).


* Willingness to work on...