University of Washington · 8 hours ago
Research Scientist/Engineer 1 (Part Time 75% FTE)
Seattle, WA
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $93K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Washington is seeking a Research/Engineer 1 to join their Neurological Surgery department. The role involves plasma deposition of fluoropolymers on intravascular stents, analyzing coating chemistry, and assessing blood compatibility of treated stents.
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Responsibilities
Plasma deposition (and upkeep of plasma reactors) of fluoropolymers and reactive precursors on to intravascular stents and test systems
Analysis of the chemistry of the coatings and stability of the coating by ESCA and SIMS
Treatment of stents with carboxybetaine (synthesis, UV crosslinking and chemical immobilization)
Preliminary blood compatibility assessment of treated stents including I-125 protein studies
General lab upkeep and maintenance
Reporting to the research team and authoring/publication of research papers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering with one year of experience in I-125 radioactive research technology and RF-plasma deposition for the analysis and manufacturing of vascular stent coatings
Knowledge and practical experience using I-125 radioisotope protein labeling technique for analysis of stent surface interaction
Knowledge and practical experience in blood compatibility assessments of surface coatings
Experience in quantitatively measuring protein adsorption to surfaces
Knowledge and practical experience using RF-plasma deposition for stent manufacture and analysis
Experience in the manufacturing and analysis of vascular stent surface modifications, in particular anti-thrombotic and anti-fouling coatings, and payload capacity
Preferred
Master's or doctoral degree in engineering, particularly bioengineering, chemical engineering or related fields
Experience in the manufacture and analysis of vascular stent surface modifications, in particular antithrombotic and anti-fouling coatings, and payload capacity
Benefits
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$215.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2026-01-18Grant· $10M
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
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Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
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