Acting Instructor – Mechanistic Computational Modelling

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington invites applications for an Acting Instructor in Mechanistic Computational Modelling within the Department of Bioengineering. The role is a full-time, 12-month appointment with a start date around December 16, 2026, and an annual salary range of $65,004 to $80,004, commensurate with experience.

The successful candidate will lead design and execution of computational biology projects, translate hypotheses into quantitative models, and publish as first author in

Qualifications

• PhD in a related quantitative field (e.g., bioengineering, computational biology, biophysics, applied mathematics).
• Expertise in RTK signaling and related pathways.
• Strong record of scientific writing with first-author publications in high-impact journals.
• At least two years of postdoctoral experience in computational modeling of biological systems (Python, R, MATLAB).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of computational biology projects (e.g., mechanistic modeling of vascular-cellular physiology).
• Translate biological hypotheses into quantitative models tested against data.
• Publish as first author in high-impact peer-reviewed journals; co-author on collaborative publications.
• Mentor students and junior researchers in technical and professional skills.
• Identify funding sources and contribute to developing new proposals.

Skills

RTK signaling expertise

Scientific writing

Computational modeling

Postdoctoral experience

Independent research planning

Programming

Python

R

MATLAB

Education

PhD in related quantitative field

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

Job description

Acting Instructor - Mechanistic Computational Modelling

Position Overview

Title: Acting Instructor - Mechanistic Computational Modelling

Position Description

The Department of Bioengineering at the University of Washington School of Medicine invites applications for a n Acting Instructor position with an anticipated start date of December 16 , 2026 . The successful candidate will be appointed full-time for a 12-month appointment. Acting Instructor appointments are annual and may be renewed based on performance and the availability of funding.

This position is being offered at a salary range of $ 5,417 to $ 6,667 per month ( $ 65,004 - $80,004 per year), commensurate with experience.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct i ndependent p roject d evelopment , including the following : Lead the design and execution of computational biology projects , like mechanistic modeling of vascular-cellular physiology . Expected approaches include but not limited to mass - action kinetic models, performing sensitivity and uncertainty analyses, and conducting rigorous statistical analysis of experimental and clinical datasets.

The candidate should demonstrate broad knowledge of receptor tyrosine kinase (RTK) signaling (and related pathways) and be able to translate biological hypotheses into quantitative models that can be tested against data. They will play a leading role in intellectual development activities, independently drive key portions of research projects, and are expected to publish as first author in high - impact , peer - reviewed journals, in addition to serving as co - author on collaborative publications, presentations, and reports.

Funding Contribution: Identifies funding sources and contributes to developing new proposals. Candidates are expected to actively pursue independent research funding and build a long-term trajectory toward securing grants as PI or co-PI.

Mentoring: Mentors students and junior researchers in the development of technical and professional skills.

Qualifications

Applicants for this Acting Instructo r p osition must meet the following minimum qualifications:

• PhD degree in a related quantitative field (e.g., bioengineering, biomedical engineering, computational biology, biophysics, chemical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or a closely related discipline),
• Expertise in receptor tyrosine kinase (RTK) signaling (and related pathways),
• Strong record of scientific writing with experience publishing as first author in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals, and
• At least two years of postdoctoral experience in computational modeling of biological systems. This includes programming (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB), quantitative data analysis, and development and application of mechanistic , deterministic models.

Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.

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