PhD in Sustainable Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: This fully funded PhD program offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of safe and sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing processes. The program integrates innovative methodologies, including digital twins, computer-assisted retrosynthesis, and life cycle assessment, to enhance eco-efficient drug production.
PhD in Safe and Sustainable Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Designation
PhD Candidate
Research Area
- Chemical Engineering
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Process Engineering
Location
Loughborough University, UK
Eligibility/Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Degree Classification | 2:1 (Upper Second-Class) in Chemical Engineering or related discipline |
| International Candidates | Fully funded for all candidates |
Description
This PhD project aims to advance Safe and Sustainable by Design (SSbD) pharmaceutical manufacturing methodologies. Key features of the project include:
- Development of digital twins to simulate the entire production process.
- Implementation of life cycle assessments to evaluate environmental impacts at all synthesis and formulation stages.
- Use of multi-objective optimization algorithms to balance yield, cost, safety, emissions, and process robustness.
This research is part of the PHARMECO consortium, consisting of over 30 industrial and academic partners from 14 countries, aiming to address sustainability in the healthcare industry.
The ideal candidate will engage at the intersection of synthetic organic chemistry, chemical engineering, and digital process modeling, contributing significantly to greener pharmaceutical development.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online through the Loughborough University application portal. Please select ‘Loughborough’ as the campus and ‘Chemical Engineering’ as the program. Quote the project reference number CG-BB-2507 in your application. Ensure that you submit the minimum supporting documents to prevent delays in processing.
Last Date to Apply
July 25, 2025
For more information or queries, you can contact:
- Email: b.benyahia@lboro.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)1509 222530
Don’t miss this chance to be part of transformative research in sustainable pharmaceutical manufacturing!
