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MSE Employment

The Materials Science & Engineering Department at the University of Washington has a tradition of interdisciplinary collaborations and strong partnerships with other academic institutions, the national labs, and industry. Major areas of research include biomedical imaging, biomimetics, drug delivery, printable solar cells, rechargeable batteries, chemical separation membranes, and manufacturing processes. The University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

Faculty and post-doctoral positions

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in Biomaterials

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at the University of Washington (UW) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month (Sept 16-June 15), tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the field of biomaterials research. Potential areas of specialization for this position include biomedical imaging materials and related technologies for disease diagnosis and treatment. The position is set to commence in Fall 2024.

Apply by December 1, 2023 for priority consideration.

Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) in Experimental Quantum Science and Engineering

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering, College of Engineering, University of Washington is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time, 9-month (Sept 16-June 15), tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the areas of experimental quantum material science and engineering, encompassing quantum information, quantum simulation, quantum sensing, and quantum matter, broadly defined. The position will start Fall 2024.

Apply by December 1, 2023 for priority consideration.

Staff positions

To find open staff positions in MSE and other departments, please search the UW employment website. The keyword “engineering” will help you find openings in the 10 engineering departments on campus. Learn more about working at UW.

Student positions

UW students are eligible for work study positions.

See Academic Student Employee Hourly Pay Rates.