Summary
KU Leuven is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join a collaborative project focused on the synthesis and evaluation of novel polymers for colon-specific drug delivery. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research within a top-ranked, innovative university environment.
Postdoctoral Researcher for Synthesis and Evaluation of Polymers for Colon Specific Drug Delivery at KU Leuven
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Polymer Chemistry and Materials
- Drug Delivery and Deposition
- Synthesis and evaluation of polymers for colon-specific drug delivery
Location
Leuven, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Chemistry.
- Extensive research experience in polymer synthesis.
- Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written).
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Synthesizing new polymers with disulfide bonds incorporated into the polymer backbone, specifically designed for controlled drug delivery in the colon.
- Utilizing both chain and step polymerization techniques.
- Characterizing the synthesized polymers at the molecular level.
- Assessing the relevant material properties of the drug coating.
- This project is a collaboration between the division of Polymer Chemistry and Materials (Prof. Mario Smet) and the division of Drug Delivery and Deposition (Prof. Guy Van den Mooter), both at KU Leuven. The synthetic and molecular characterization work will be conducted in the Chemistry Department, while the evaluation of material properties will take place in the Department of Pharmaceutical and Pharmacological Sciences.
Offer
- A postdoctoral position for 1 year, with the possibility of extension for up to an additional year after positive evaluation.
- An exciting multi-disciplinary research environment.
- A broad range of training courses.
- Full social and medical insurance.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the online application tool.
Contact Information for Inquiries:
- Prof. dr. Mario Smet: mario.smet@kuleuven.be
- Prof. dr. Guy Van den Mooter: guy.vandenmooter@kuleuven.be
Last Date for Apply
October 15, 2026, 23:59 CET
Apply Link
Please refer to the original job posting for the direct application link (typically found on the KU Leuven job site for reference BAP-2026-582).
