The School of Pharmacy <https://www.qub.ac.uk/schools/SchoolofPharmacy/> (ranked =19 in the word) is currently inviting applications for its prestigious Illuminate Fellowship, a pathway to a permanent academic position. Illuminate Pharmacy Fellows (4 positions) will lead original, internationally recognized research in areas relevant to pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, or pharmacy practice. Priority areas include (but are not limited to): * Drug delivery and targeting * Biomaterials * Advanced pharmaceutical manufacture * Drug target identification and validation * Drug discovery and development * Pharmaceutical microbiology and microbiomics * Clinical and community pharmacy practice * Medicines optimisation across primary and secondary care Fellows will develop and manage major research projects aligned with the school’s strategic priorities. Eligibility: Applicants must hold a relevant degree and a PhD (or equivalent), with 2–8 years of postdoctoral experience and a strong publication record. Fellowship benefits include: * Membership in the Fellowship Academy, with tailored development, mentoring, and networking. * A Fellowship Enhancement Award of up to £60,000. * Funding for a full-time PhD studentship. * A competitive salary of £51,016–£62,695, plus generous benefits and wellbeing support. * A pathway to a permanent academic post upon successful completion of the fellowship. Fixed term for 3 years with track to a permanent academic post by the end of the Fellowship, subject to meeting probationary requirements. For full details and to apply, please visit: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Research/fellowships-at-queens/fellowship-academy/illuminate-fellowship/ Candidate Information<https://hr.apps.qub.ac.uk/jobs/job_desc/25_112971.pdf?ts=20251024101407> Closing Date: Monday 24 November 2025. Please feel free to share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested"