RESEARCH SCIENTIST – SENIOR
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Research
Posted on January 24, 2019
RESEARCH SCIENTIST – SENIOR Req #: 163928 Department: BIOENGINEERING Job Location: Health Sciences Center, Seattle Campus Posting Date: 01/23/2019 Closing Info: Closes On 02/06/2019 Salary: Salary is commensurate with education and experience Shift: First Shift Notes: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for four consecutive years.
The Department of Bioengineering and the Center for Dialysis Innovation have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Research Scientist. The working title of this position is Director of R&D, Project Manager. The Center for Dialysis Innovation, a partnership between the Departments of Bioengineering and Nephrology, aims to use biomaterial and bioengineering technologies to transform dialysis care.
The Department of Bioengineering currently has an outstanding opportunity for a RESEARCH SCIENTIST ENGINEER SENIOR.
The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, background and experience in project management, ability to communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, as well as extensive technical knowledge and unique multidisciplinary background/expertise in bioengineering, polymer/medicinal chemistry, drug and medical device development. A strong motivation to bring new medical devices through development to patient care is essential.
Responsibilities:
Project Management: (40%)
•Plan projects by assessing their scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
•Ensure that projects deliverables/milestones/goals are met and adhere to scheduled timelines and approved budgets.
•Manage and direct research and development projects to meet organizational needs.
•Review technical performance of research and development teams, provide leadership that supports teamwork and a motivated work force.
•Communicate and coordinate between interdisciplinary teams of various research groups and top management.
•Develop detailed project plans to track progress of each project.
•Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
•Participate in and contribute to all required program related meetings.
•Disseminate relevant project data and information.
Research and Development: (60%)
•Oversee scientific progress of research projects, analyze results and provide expert recommendations based on findings.
•Oversee operation of a high-resolution 3D printer and development of new resins for printing 6S materials, based on photo-polymerization of appropriate monomers and oligomers.
•Implement integration and manage/coordinate usage of an electronic notebook between all project teams.
•Apply extensive and diversified knowledge of scientific research and engineering principles and practices in development of technical proposals and grant applications. Make presentations to potential grant sponsors.
•Assist in defining staff needs, selection/assessment criteria, and hiring process for research/engineering staff.
•Supervise one or more research technician(s); responsible for hiring, training, and managing performance.
•Provide major contributions to grant proposals, presentation and meetings with potential collaborators and investors.
Minimum Requirements:
•Doctoral degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Bioengineering.
•At least six years’ post-doctoral experience in tissue engineering and medical device development.
•Education and research experience involving polymer, medicinal and analytical chemistries.
•Established expertise in field as evidenced by invited talks, conference presentations, and publication in peer reviewed journals.
•Experience directing research teams and managing complex projects related to medical device development.
•Established leadership skills and proven ability to collaborate with cross-funtional teams involving scientists, clinicians and engineers.
•Established expertise in the field of polymer/medicinal chemistry, drug and medical device development.
•Motivation to bring new medical devices through development to patient care.
Desired Requirements:
•Ten years post-doctoral experience in relevant research and development positions.
•Certificate in Biotechnology Project Management.
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your ""My Jobs"" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for four consecutive years.
The Department of Bioengineering and the Center for Dialysis Innovation have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Research Scientist. The working title of this position is Director of R&D, Project Manager. The Center for Dialysis Innovation, a partnership between the Departments of Bioengineering and Nephrology, aims to use biomaterial and bioengineering technologies to transform dialysis care.
The Department of Bioengineering currently has an outstanding opportunity for a RESEARCH SCIENTIST ENGINEER SENIOR.
The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills, background and experience in project management, ability to communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, as well as extensive technical knowledge and unique multidisciplinary background/expertise in bioengineering, polymer/medicinal chemistry, drug and medical device development. A strong motivation to bring new medical devices through development to patient care is essential.
Responsibilities:
Project Management: (40%)
•Plan projects by assessing their scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
•Ensure that projects deliverables/milestones/goals are met and adhere to scheduled timelines and approved budgets.
•Manage and direct research and development projects to meet organizational needs.
•Review technical performance of research and development teams, provide leadership that supports teamwork and a motivated work force.
•Communicate and coordinate between interdisciplinary teams of various research groups and top management.
•Develop detailed project plans to track progress of each project.
•Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
•Participate in and contribute to all required program related meetings.
•Disseminate relevant project data and information.
Research and Development: (60%)
•Oversee scientific progress of research projects, analyze results and provide expert recommendations based on findings.
•Oversee operation of a high-resolution 3D printer and development of new resins for printing 6S materials, based on photo-polymerization of appropriate monomers and oligomers.
•Implement integration and manage/coordinate usage of an electronic notebook between all project teams.
•Apply extensive and diversified knowledge of scientific research and engineering principles and practices in development of technical proposals and grant applications. Make presentations to potential grant sponsors.
•Assist in defining staff needs, selection/assessment criteria, and hiring process for research/engineering staff.
•Supervise one or more research technician(s); responsible for hiring, training, and managing performance.
•Provide major contributions to grant proposals, presentation and meetings with potential collaborators and investors.
Minimum Requirements:
•Doctoral degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Bioengineering.
•At least six years’ post-doctoral experience in tissue engineering and medical device development.
•Education and research experience involving polymer, medicinal and analytical chemistries.
•Established expertise in field as evidenced by invited talks, conference presentations, and publication in peer reviewed journals.
•Experience directing research teams and managing complex projects related to medical device development.
•Established leadership skills and proven ability to collaborate with cross-funtional teams involving scientists, clinicians and engineers.
•Established expertise in the field of polymer/medicinal chemistry, drug and medical device development.
•Motivation to bring new medical devices through development to patient care.
Desired Requirements:
•Ten years post-doctoral experience in relevant research and development positions.
•Certificate in Biotechnology Project Management.
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your ""My Jobs"" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.
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