Summary
KU Leuven is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher for a collaborative project focused on the synthesis and evaluation of novel polymers designed for colon-specific drug delivery. This position involves interdisciplinary research between the Division of Polymer Chemistry and Materials and the Division of Drug Delivery and Deposition. The successful candidate will contribute to a leading university recognized for its innovation and research excellence.
Postdoctoral Researcher: Synthesis and Evaluation of Polymers for Colon-Specific Drug Delivery
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Polymer Chemistry
- Drug Delivery
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Materials Science
Location
Leuven, Belgium
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD in Chemistry.
- Extensive research experience in polymer synthesis.
- Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written).
Job Description
The postdoctoral researcher will be responsible for synthesizing and evaluating new polymers for drug coating applications, specifically targeting controlled delivery in the colon. Key responsibilities include:
- Incorporating disulfide bonds into polymer backbones to enable reductive degradation in the colon.
- Utilizing various polymerization techniques, including both chain and step polymerizations.
- Conducting molecular characterization of synthesized polymers.
- Assessing relevant material properties of the drug coatings.
- Collaborating with both the chemistry department (for synthesis and molecular characterization) and the pharmaceutical sciences department (for material property evaluation).
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the online application tool. For more information regarding the position, please contact:
- Prof. dr. Mario Smet: mario.smet@kuleuven.be
- Prof. dr. Guy Van den Mooter: guy.vandenmooter@kuleuven.be
KU Leuven is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and socially safe environment, embracing diversity and equal opportunity.
Last Date for Apply
October 15, 2026
Apply Link
The application should be submitted through the official KU Leuven online application tool (link not explicitly provided in source, but implied by “online application tool”). Please refer to the original job posting on the KU Leuven job site for the direct application link.
