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SUMMARY:  Develop new technology platforms and expand existing capabilities; identify new business opportunities and capture strategies related to current programs and technologies in department and across SwRI; develop, conduct, and support programs focused on material engineering for biomedical applications, including targeted or triggered therapeutic delivery, micro and nano encapsulation formulation and processes, biosensors and engineering of scaffolds for tissue reconstruction and drug delivery devices; develop strategic relationships to leverage; build existing SwRI capacities; develop and contribute to technical approaches; write proposals, develop cost estimates, and interact with clients. Manage technical projects, including budget oversight, schedule and interact with customers; direct technical staff, and prepare reports; assist in promotion of work and capabilities to commercial and government including, formulation, physical characterization, and performance by in vitro and in vivo methods; supervise junior staff.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:  Requires a PhD in Bioengineering, Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Biosciences or equivalent with emphasis in Biotechnology or Biomaterials Engineering, industrial or post-doctoral experience with demonstrable evidence of self guided research with at least 5-8 years of experience in industry/academia after postdoctoral training. Must have at least a 3.5 GPA. Requires strong background in materials characterization and analytical methods, such as HPLC/GC, DSC, TGA, IR, XDR, Particle size analysis, SEM, AFM, NMR, and Mass Spectroscopy. Experience with writing and executing NIH-funded proposals and programs is required; experience conducting biomaterial research in multidisciplinary project teams is required; supervisory experience and project management experience required; knowledge of DOD procurement practices is desired. Strong personnel management skills including supervision, mentoring, training and motivation of staff. Ability to develop and promote new and existing programs in biomaterials and bioengineering with several years of experience in management and development of large research and development programs. Must have a detailed understanding of biomedical industry including biomedical device industry and biotech industry. Must have a track record in developing successful scientific proposals for large government and industrial funded projects. Comprehensive understanding of biological sciences, biomaterials, regenerative medicine and their integration to address significant biomedical challenges. Proven experience managing interdisciplinary projects and developing external collaborations required. Strong publication record as a lead/senior author. A valid/clear driver's license is required.
 

JOB LOCATION:  San Antonio, TX

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