Assistant Professor (non-tenured) in Pharmaceutics at SDU in Odense

This Assistant Professor position in Pharmaceutics at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) requires a candidate with a strong academic background, holding an MSc in Pharmacy or equivalent and a PhD in a pharmaceutically relevant field. The role focuses on pharmaceutical sciences, particularly drug formulation for parenteral applications, with an emphasis on suspensions for long-acting injectables. Candidates must demonstrate experience in interdisciplinary research and collaboration, bridging scientific disciplines within the department. Responsibilities include establishing independent, impactful research programs, securing external funding, and mentoring students at undergraduate, graduate, and research levels. Teaching duties primarily involve pharmacy education, with an expectation for non-Danish speakers to acquire proficiency in Danish within two years. The position also entails active participation in departmental administration, strategy development, and outreach activities involving public engagement and local schools. The department fosters a collaborative environment involving both theoretical and experimental scientists, supporting broad research areas such as drug transport and drug transporters. Overall, the role suits an early-career researcher with a doctoral degree, capable of integrating interdisciplinary approaches to pharmaceutics research and education, with strong communication and leadership skills to contribute to the department’s academic and community missions.