Call for Applications! Announcing two great funding opportunities for advanced undergraduate researchers in science and engineering fields:
=> The Levinson Emerging Scholars Program supports talented and motivated UW juniors and seniors who want to pursue creative and highly independent research in genetics, neuroscience, biochemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, and related fields in the life sciences. More information and application available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/levinson/index.html
DEADLINE: 5pm on FRIDAY, JUNE 3
=> Washington Research Foundation Fellowships (WRFF) for advanced undergraduates support promising students who work on creative and sophisticated science and engineering research projects under the guidance of UW faculty. More information and application available at: http://www.washington.edu/research/urp/students/wrff/wrff.html
DEADLINE: 5pm on FRIDAY, JUNE 3
Questions? Contact the Undergraduate Research Program (urp@uw.edu; 543-4282)
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
UW Environmental Innovation Practicum - Register now for fall quarter!
Innovation in Cleantech + Market Opportunity = Solutions for the Planet
ENVIR 450, ENGR 498, ENTRE 490/579
Fall Quarter 2011 (2credits)
Tuesdays 4:00-5:50 pm, Mary Gates Hall 389
Instructor: Deborah Hagen-Lukens, dlhagen@uw.edu
For registration information contact: Pam Tufts, ptufts@uw.edu.
No prerequisites, recommended for juniors, seniors and grad students
Unique interdisciplinary course designed for both graduate and undergraduate students focuses on what it takes to develop innovative cleantech solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges. Weekly speakers include top national, international and local experts in natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, business, policy and law. Topics include alternative energy and energy efficiencies, green building, and transportation. Students will form teams, identify an environmental problem and possible opportunity to solve it. Interested teams are invited to enter the Spring UW Environmental Innovation Challenge.
For registration information contact Pam Tufts, ptufts@uw.edu
ENVIR 450, ENGR 498, ENTRE 490/579
Fall Quarter 2011 (2credits)
Tuesdays 4:00-5:50 pm, Mary Gates Hall 389
Instructor: Deborah Hagen-Lukens, dlhagen@uw.edu
For registration information contact: Pam Tufts, ptufts@uw.edu.
No prerequisites, recommended for juniors, seniors and grad students
Unique interdisciplinary course designed for both graduate and undergraduate students focuses on what it takes to develop innovative cleantech solutions to our most pressing environmental challenges. Weekly speakers include top national, international and local experts in natural sciences, engineering, social sciences, business, policy and law. Topics include alternative energy and energy efficiencies, green building, and transportation. Students will form teams, identify an environmental problem and possible opportunity to solve it. Interested teams are invited to enter the Spring UW Environmental Innovation Challenge.
For registration information contact Pam Tufts, ptufts@uw.edu
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
CHEM E 599 / NME 498 (3 credits) Molecular Engineering and Science
Fall 2011: Tue/Thu 1:30 – 2:50 p.m.
Course Coordination: R. Overney, roverney@uw.edu
This is an interdisciplinary course for graduate and senior undergraduate student in the physical, chemical and biological sciences, and in engineering at the University of Washington. Students are introduced by leaders in the field to multiple aspects of molecular sciences and their transformative impact.
Contents:
Photovoltaics
• Inorganic Photoelectric Chemical Cells
• Inorganic Photovoltaics
• Organic Photovoltaics
Energy Conversion and Conservation
• Molecular Tribology
• Smart Interfaces for Drag Reduction
• Catalysis towards selective conversion, and molecular tribology)
Synthetic Biology
Theory and practice of designing artificial biochemical reaction networks and devices
Energy Production and Storage
• Molecular Engineering of Fuels
• Batteries
• Fuel Cells
Biologics: Development, Delivery and Detection
• Protein Engineering
• Drug Delivery
• Glyco-Engineering
Societal Impact
• Case Studies: Carbon Nanotubes
• Envisioning Future Impacts of Molecular Engineering
Prerequisites: Senior Undergraduate or Undergraduate degree in physical, chemical or biological sciences, or engineering.
Course Coordination: R. Overney, roverney@uw.edu
This is an interdisciplinary course for graduate and senior undergraduate student in the physical, chemical and biological sciences, and in engineering at the University of Washington. Students are introduced by leaders in the field to multiple aspects of molecular sciences and their transformative impact.
Contents:
Photovoltaics
• Inorganic Photoelectric Chemical Cells
• Inorganic Photovoltaics
• Organic Photovoltaics
Energy Conversion and Conservation
• Molecular Tribology
• Smart Interfaces for Drag Reduction
• Catalysis towards selective conversion, and molecular tribology)
Synthetic Biology
Theory and practice of designing artificial biochemical reaction networks and devices
Energy Production and Storage
• Molecular Engineering of Fuels
• Batteries
• Fuel Cells
Biologics: Development, Delivery and Detection
• Protein Engineering
• Drug Delivery
• Glyco-Engineering
Societal Impact
• Case Studies: Carbon Nanotubes
• Envisioning Future Impacts of Molecular Engineering
Prerequisites: Senior Undergraduate or Undergraduate degree in physical, chemical or biological sciences, or engineering.
Peace Corps Info Session - Apply by July 1 to Work Abroad in Summer 2012
Thinking about launching an international career when you graduate? Consider the benefits of doing so with the Peace Corps. As a Peace Corps volunteer, you will live and work abroad, learn a new language, receive a living stipend with medical/dental benefits, and possibly qualify for student loan deferment, among other advantages.
Juniors and Seniors interested in serving a community overseas with the Peace Corps should take note of the following:
(1) Apply By Friday, July 1 -- For students who plan to depart for service in July, August or September 2012, it is recommended to submit an application by July 1. Continue your application or start your online application now.
(2) Gain Experience This Summer -- Use your summer internship, job or volunteer experience to help you qualify for a Peace Corps assignment. Learn more about what makes you competitive when applying to Peace Corps at our upcoming info session
(3) Connect With Us – Attend our upcoming info session on Wednesday, June 1st at 5pm in Smith 205. This your opportunity to get your questions answered about applying, volunteering, and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Peace Corps!
Questions? Contact Erin Larsen-Cooper, UW Peace Corps Representative at pcorps@uw.edu or 206.616.5801.
Juniors and Seniors interested in serving a community overseas with the Peace Corps should take note of the following:
(1) Apply By Friday, July 1 -- For students who plan to depart for service in July, August or September 2012, it is recommended to submit an application by July 1. Continue your application or start your online application now.
(2) Gain Experience This Summer -- Use your summer internship, job or volunteer experience to help you qualify for a Peace Corps assignment. Learn more about what makes you competitive when applying to Peace Corps at our upcoming info session
(3) Connect With Us – Attend our upcoming info session on Wednesday, June 1st at 5pm in Smith 205. This your opportunity to get your questions answered about applying, volunteering, and everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Peace Corps!
Questions? Contact Erin Larsen-Cooper, UW Peace Corps Representative at pcorps@uw.edu or 206.616.5801.
Student Instructor Positions with UW-IT
UW-IT is currently recruiting three tech-savvy UW students to teach computing workshops on the following technologies:
- Digital Audio hardware and software
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Dreamweaver)
- Microsoft Office (including Access)
- Windows 7
- Apple OS X
- Computer Management and Troubleshooting
These jobs offers flexibility and a fun working environment. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply, and we also value teaching, writing, and public-speaking skills.
Our instructors work as a team to develop teaching skills and new curriculum. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in teaching or technology. The position starts at $9.50 per hour. We will begin reviewing applications on June 3rd, so act now!
Please check out our website for more information:
http://www.washington.edu/lst/about/jobs/iteam_instructors
- Digital Audio hardware and software
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Dreamweaver)
- Microsoft Office (including Access)
- Windows 7
- Apple OS X
- Computer Management and Troubleshooting
These jobs offers flexibility and a fun working environment. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply, and we also value teaching, writing, and public-speaking skills.
Our instructors work as a team to develop teaching skills and new curriculum. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in a career in teaching or technology. The position starts at $9.50 per hour. We will begin reviewing applications on June 3rd, so act now!
Please check out our website for more information:
http://www.washington.edu/lst/about/jobs/iteam_instructors
BONNEVILLE POWER ADMINISTRATION ENTRY LEVEL FEDERAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR RECENT ENGINEERING GRADS $44k - $55k to start!
The Bonneville Power Administration is a unique federal electric utility within the U.S. Department of Energy. In business for over 70 years, we provide one-third of the electricity emissions-free hydroelectricity and wind generation in the Pacific Northwest.
Locations: North Bend/Goshen/Eugene, Oregon
The first cutoff date for application was May 20th, but we need more applicants!
Please apply as soon as possible for consideration. http://jobs.bpa.gov/Job_Search/
HOW TO APPLY: Visit www.jobs.bpa.gov to find the job posting and instructions on how to apply. There are multiple job postings with the same job titles, please submit a separate job application to each job posting. Remember, the more information the better when putting together a federal job application!
WHAT: North Bend, Oregon or Goshen, Oregon--- these jobs are not desk jobs. You are out working in the substations, microwave sites, integrating new equipment, diagnosing and solving complex problems, working directly with our customers, and keeping the lights on.
WHY: The Bonneville Power Administration is upgrading the power system with numerous replacement and improvement projects.
YOU: We are looking for adventurous self-motivated engineers seeking a challenging field position with an interest in gaining valuable experience by working on a federal hydro system project in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!
CULTURE: You will work with other professionals that live and breathe our “keeping the lights on” mantra.
More details about the job…..
The Electrical/Electronics Engineer selected for the opportunity in Goshen, OR (Eugene OR) will provide engineering support for installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and failure analysis of Power System Control equipment (SCADA, microwave radio, computer networks, telephone systems, telemetry, VHF mobile radio, fiber optics, and communication batteries); including District/System integration (e.g.: modification, redesign, etc); and participates in planning, organizing, and directing activities of Power System Control Engineers and Craftsmen.
Heather Bain – Recruiter
503-230-5305
http://widget.smartpostapps.com/bonnevillepa/
Locations: North Bend/Goshen/Eugene, Oregon
The first cutoff date for application was May 20th, but we need more applicants!
Please apply as soon as possible for consideration. http://jobs.bpa.gov/Job_Search/
HOW TO APPLY: Visit www.jobs.bpa.gov to find the job posting and instructions on how to apply. There are multiple job postings with the same job titles, please submit a separate job application to each job posting. Remember, the more information the better when putting together a federal job application!
WHAT: North Bend, Oregon or Goshen, Oregon--- these jobs are not desk jobs. You are out working in the substations, microwave sites, integrating new equipment, diagnosing and solving complex problems, working directly with our customers, and keeping the lights on.
WHY: The Bonneville Power Administration is upgrading the power system with numerous replacement and improvement projects.
YOU: We are looking for adventurous self-motivated engineers seeking a challenging field position with an interest in gaining valuable experience by working on a federal hydro system project in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!
CULTURE: You will work with other professionals that live and breathe our “keeping the lights on” mantra.
More details about the job…..
The Electrical/Electronics Engineer selected for the opportunity in Goshen, OR (Eugene OR) will provide engineering support for installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and failure analysis of Power System Control equipment (SCADA, microwave radio, computer networks, telephone systems, telemetry, VHF mobile radio, fiber optics, and communication batteries); including District/System integration (e.g.: modification, redesign, etc); and participates in planning, organizing, and directing activities of Power System Control Engineers and Craftsmen.
Heather Bain – Recruiter
503-230-5305
http://widget.smartpostapps.com/bonnevillepa/
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
EcoCAR 2 recruitment
The UW is one of 6 new colleges accepted into EcoCAR 2: Plugging Into the Future.
We’re looking for EE’s to participate in this collegiate level international design competition, next in a series of Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions (AVTCs) run by General Motors and the US Department of Energy.
The program will follow the same Vehicle Development Process (VDP) that GM follows during the development of their vehicles, and is thus highly representative of real-world engineering and business positions.
To find out more about the EcoCAR 2 competition, UW’s EcoCAR 2 team, or if you have any other questions, feel free to use the email:uwecocar2@gmail.com.
Interested students should complete the application to be considered for the team. The student application is on their website at:http://uwecocar2.wordpress.com/
Finished applications can be sent to the team email address, uwecocar2@gmail.com.
We’re looking for EE’s to participate in this collegiate level international design competition, next in a series of Advanced Vehicle Technology Competitions (AVTCs) run by General Motors and the US Department of Energy.
The program will follow the same Vehicle Development Process (VDP) that GM follows during the development of their vehicles, and is thus highly representative of real-world engineering and business positions.
To find out more about the EcoCAR 2 competition, UW’s EcoCAR 2 team, or if you have any other questions, feel free to use the email:uwecocar2@gmail.com.
Interested students should complete the application to be considered for the team. The student application is on their website at:http://uwecocar2.wordpress.com/
Finished applications can be sent to the team email address, uwecocar2@gmail.com.
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