Job Information
University of Washington RESEARCH SCIENTIST/ENGINEER 2 in Seattle, Washington
Req #: 237993
Department: THE DEPT. OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Appointing Department Web Address: https://www.me.washington.edu/
Posting Date: 08/22/2024
Closing Info: Open Until Filled
Salary: $5,500 - $7,500 per month
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. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701_a11y.pdf )
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.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering has an outstanding opportunity for a Research Scientist/Engineer 2.
This opportunity is eligible for H-1B Sponsorship.
Under the general supervision of Dr. Jonathan Liu, we are looking for a full-time Research Scientist/Engineer 2 to assist with various federally funded projects in the Molecular Biophotonics Laboratory, including the development of advanced microscopes placed in the operating room to guide tumor-resection procedures, and the imaging of clinical biopsies in 3D with open-top light-sheet microscope devices to enable the development of computational assays for patient risk stratification and clinical decision support.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Optomechanical design (30%)
Development of custom sample holders and stages
Developing microscope systems and enclosures
Assisting with the development of automated tissue scanning systemsAssisting with clinical studies (30%)
Tissue acquisition
IRB protocol assistance
Protocol development
Coordination with clinical staff
Imaging of clinical tissue specimens with 3D microscopy systems
Documentation of technical and clinical testingExperimental analysis (20%)
Assisting with data processing routines and data management
Assisting with development of new analysis routines
Assisting with preparation of data for publications and presentationsLab and project management (15%)
Maintenance of lab equipment
Ordering of supplies
Assisting with safety inspections
Assisting with timelines, deliverables, and reports with fellow team membersOther duties as assigned (5%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering or related field and Two years of relevant experience, OR Equivalent combination of education/experience. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Experience in mechanical engineering, basic coding and training in biodesign process. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in optical system design, fluent Python coding, big-data and image-processing, wet-lab, biostatistics, and clinical study coordination. Application Process: The application process 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 access 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.
University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.