Senior Research Engineer

Position SummaryThis position, Research Engineer or "RE" is responsible for providing leadership, management and technical support for shared facilities and equipment for analysis and fabrication of biological samples. The RE will oversee the operations of staffed and unstaffed shared facilities and equipment, provide consultation on the design and implementation of studies using the shared equipment, generate relevant operating procedures, and oversee health and safety in facilities and regarding the use of equipment. A core responsibility of this position is to oversee development and the operations of the Bioanalysis and Biofabrication core facility which combines biomolecular and cellular analysis along with bioprinting and microfluidic methods in support of bioengineering research. The RE will work closely with leadership, faculty advisory group and users to ensure that the facilities meet the needs of internal and external users, develop long-term business plans for sustaining the shared facilities, and build and sustain a strong internal and external user base. In addition, the RE will work with the facilities personnel on installation and infrastructure projects. This is a full-time position that reports to the Senior Associate Vice President for Research. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.Minimum Requirements• Engineering degree in bioengineering/biomedical engineering, material science engineering, materials science, physics, biophysics or similar. • Five years of progressively responsible experience in shared research/equipment facilities with a strong focus on biological samples and experiments. • Five years of experience working with bioanalytical techniques, 3D bioprinting tools, cell culture and analysis, rheological analysis, and microscopy. • Experience in project management, staff and/or student supervision, financial/budget administration in a scientific/technical facility.Professional Competencies• Demonstrated knowledge of research laboratory safety and regulations, as well as facility infrastructure, operations, and maintenance • Progressive management experience in a related technical environment • Experience in financial management and business development in a related shared core facility environment. • Demonstrated experience in assisting researchers with experimental design and scientific methods, including both high-level experimental approaches and specific experimental techniques. • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders, including faculty, researchers, administrators, and external partners. • Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills • Proficiency with software and technology, including technical knowledge and hands-on ability in the operation of various tools associated with core facilities. • Ability to manage competing interests from multiple stakeholders in a rapid paced R&D setting.Preferred Qualifications• Advanced Engineering degree in bioengineering/biomedical engineering, material science engineering, materials science, physics, biophysics or similar. • Professional experience managing or providing substantial technical leadership in a comparable research facility. • Professional experience with installation and maintenance of major research equipment • Professional experience with biomaterials analysis, chemical synthesis of bioinks, co-culture of human cells, immunohistological staining, cryosectioning and imaging of 3D constructs. • 5 years project management and/or finance skills, including experience in managing budgets in a related technical environment. • Demonstrated experience in assisting researchers with experimental design and scientific methods. • Professional experience in implementing and managing complicated safety regulations and protocols. • Professional experience with financial and administrative policies, rules, and procedures.Apply Here: Begin application - University of Oregon (pageuppeople.com)