Research Scientist: Embodiment, Biomechanics & ML

FHLB Des Moines; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington invites applications for a Research Scientist 3 in the Biology Department in Seattle. You will develop computational models of biological systems and lead software integration across teams to explore embodiment concepts in Drosophila biomechanics.

Applicants should have a biology degree with several years of lab or computational experience, strong Python skills, and a track record of manuscript writing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field.
• Four years of neuroscience or biomechanics lab/research experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational models of biological systems using MuJoCo, Python, and related tools.
• Apply machine learning and data science techniques to research questions.
• Design experiments and literature reviews focusing on Drosophila biomechanics.
• Write manuscripts and prepare figures.
• Review code and document collaborations across team members.
• Mentor lab members and support lab meetings.

Skills

Python programming

Machine learning

Data science

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Tools

MuJoCo

MJX

Blender

Version control

Job description

The University of Washington invites applications for a Research Scientist 3 in the Biology Department in Seattle. You will develop computational models of biological systems and lead software integration across teams to explore embodiment concepts in Drosophila biomechanics.

Applicants should have a biology degree with several years of lab or computational experience, strong Python skills, and a track record of manuscript writing.