At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to develop innovative drug delivery systems and contribute to groundbreaking research.
- Company: PNAS tx Ltd, a cutting-edge biotech firm in Oxford with a collaborative spirit.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 30 days annual leave, and a 5% pension contribution.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and collaboration with international partners.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in drug delivery while working on exciting projects in a vibrant environment.
- Qualifications: PhD-level expertise in drug formulation and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
KOTRA London provides recruitment services to companies across the UK and South Korea.
As part of our recruitment support, we advertise vacancies on behalf of our clients, screen applications, and shortlist suitable candidates for our clients.
Our client PNAS tx Ltd is currently looking for a Research Scientist – Drug Delivery Systems (DDS) to join its team in the UK.
Location: Oxford, UK; up to 20% travel to Korea 🔬 About PNAS tx Ltd Pnaseer (Korea) and PNAS tx (UK) are sister companies operating under shared leadership, focused on drug delivery system (DDS) platform development and advanced formulation technologies.
Their portfolio spans IV-to-SC reformulation, topical gel development for dermatology, injectable hydrogels, and multi-API delivery.
The UK entity, PNAS tx, leads pharma and DDS programmes in close collaboration with the Korea R multiple areas strongly preferred) :
- Injectable formulation: injectable hydrogels, depot systems, or parenteral biologics
- Biologic formulation: m Ab, ADC, protein or peptide stability, excipient science
- Topical/semi-solid formulation: gels, creams, hydrogels for dermatological or transdermal applications
- Nanoparticle formulation: nanogel, polymeric NPs, or related nanocarrier systems
- Hands-on experience in analytical and biophysical characterisation of biologic formulations, including techniques such as DLS, HPLC/UPLC, SEC, and rheology/viscometry
- Experience with cell culture and functional in vitro assays; experience with biologics or oncology programmes is desirable
- Strong data analysis and interpretation skills, with the ability to apply analytical findings to formulation development. ✓ Desirable
- Experience in a start-up, spin-out, or early-stage biotech environment
- Familiarity with UK grant processes (e. g.
- Innovate UK, UKRI) or equivalent
- Prior experience working with Korean academic or commercial research partners
- Knowledge of dermatology or aesthetic medicine applications Language Korean language skills are advantageous but not essential
- Excellent scientific communication skills Additional Requirements
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment
- Right to work in the UK What We Offer
- Competitive salary, commensurate with Ph D-level expertise and relevant experience
- Opportunity to contribute to intellectual property generation, scientific publications, and grant-funded programmes
- 30 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer pension contribution of 5% How to Apply Please submit a single PDF that includes your CV and a brief cover letter (maximum one page) explaining your interest in the role and relevant DDS/formulation experience. *For shortlisted candidates, we may contact you to request additional documents before forwarding your application to our client.
Research Scientist - Drug Delivery Systems (DDS) employer: PNAS tx Ltd
PNAS tx Ltd is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of Oxford, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in drug delivery systems. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional growth through contributions to intellectual property and scientific publications. With a focus on cutting-edge research and a supportive environment, PNAS tx Ltd is dedicated to advancing the field while providing a rewarding experience for its team members.
