Principal scientist in Drug Delivery - offer leadership on the development of drug delivery systems for the oral administration of small molecules and biologics, mentor junior members of staff and engage with external stakeholders. Client Details Innovative venture backed started on a mission to help millions of consumers live a healthier lifestyle by tackling weight gain. Produced a novel medical device platform based on innovative hydrogel technology. Description As a Principal Scientist in Drug Delivery Systems based in Oxford, you will be responsible for: Advancing research projects by demonstrating technical mastery, creativity and scientific leadership in oral drug delivery, and broad knowledge related disciplines including a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry. Expanding the capabilities of oral drug delivery sciences through the generation of new ideas, evaluation of oral drug delivery methodologies, and implementation of technologies that add value. Contributing subject matter expertise to develop the research agenda with a clear understanding of the link between scientific project goals and overall long-term business needs. Proposing new projects that support the strategic agenda and address gaps in technological capabilities and therapeutic areas. Analysing highly complex data with a high degree of sophistication, connecting disparate datasets to reach conclusions and set direction on experiments. Representing the organisation through external communication of impactful scientific research in the form of presentation at external conferences and publication in scientific journals and patents. Proposing and oversees external collaborations. Maintaining a deep understanding of theoretical knowledge and a connection to the external scientific community through continuous evaluation of relevant literature. Profile To be a successful Principal Scientist in Drug Delivery, you will have/be: PhD with 3 years relevant industry or post-doctorate experience or master's degree with 6 years relevant industry or post-doctorate experience. Working understanding and experience within oral drug delivery, an excellent understanding of the physiology of the gastrointestinal tract and experience of formulation-related processes. Demonstrated evidence (publications, patents etc.,) of innovation within novel drug delivery systems. Experience with developing and optimising novel in vitro and in vivo models for testing of formulations/drug delivery systems. Intensive experience with pharmaceutical analysis and/or materials characterisation techniques. Experience with the gastroententive, hydrogel based and controlled release drug delivery systems. Job Offer Generous salary and benefits package based on experience. 25 days holiday + bank holidays EMI options based on hitting milestones Health insurance Life assurance