University of Washington · 3 months ago
Research Scientist/Engineer 3
Seattle Campus
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$86K/yr - $90K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Washington is a leading institution in health care innovation, seeking a Research Scientist Engineer (RSE-3) in the Bioengineering Department. The role involves leading computational modeling projects, managing grant proposals, and mentoring junior researchers in a collaborative and inclusive environment focused on women's health and data-driven innovation.
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Responsibilities
Lead development and execution of computational models for cell surface receptor signaling and trafficking, focusing on systems relevant to uterine contraction
Design research hypotheses and implement experimental protocols, incorporating imaging data for model parameterization and analysis
Conduct regular literature reviews and participate in research seminars, workshops, and conferences to remain current in the field
Publish research findings as first author in peer-reviewed journals
Identify relevant funding sources and opportunities, and contribute to proposal preparation (PI, co-PI, co-I roles)
Collect and organize preliminary data on short timelines to support competitive grant submission
Support the management of grants and proposals, with a clear expectation to establish research aims and actively build a long-term career trajectory toward securing independent research funding
Mentor and guide students and junior researchers in the development of technical and professional skills, helping to shape research goals and project plans
Review manuscripts and scientific literature as part of collaborative research activities
Develop and publish figures, tables, presentations, and manuscripts, with a strong independent record of first-author publication
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Computational Systems Biology, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Chemical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related field AND four years of relevant experience with computational modeling, particularly differential equations modeling, and parameterization from experimental data
Demonstrated experience contributing as key personnel in successful research grant applications (PI, co-PI, co-I)
Proven record of scientific writing and publication as first author in high-impact peer-reviewed journals
Proficiency in programming languages and scientific computing (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB/SimBiology)
Experience mentoring/training PhD students or postdoctoral researchers
Preferred
Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Computational Systems Biology, Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Chemical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related discipline
Advanced expertise in AI-based optimization and machine learning applied to biological systems
Experience with Agent-based modeling, and PK/PD modeling
Experience working with diverse, multidisciplinary research teams across institutions or organizations
Prior collaboration with industrial partners or external clinical collaborators
Benefits
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Company
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$205.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $21.1M
Leadership Team
Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
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