Research associate jobs in Blacksburg, VA

The Lessard Laboratory is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated research associate to work on laboratory studies related to exercise physiology, nutrition, metabolism, and diabetes. The lab is located within the Center for Exercise Medicine Research (CEMR) in the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) in Roanoke Virginia. The successful candidate will work on NIH-funded research projects to determine how exercise training, in combination with dietary and pharmacological therapies, influence health and metabolism. More information on current studies can be found at *************************************************** The primary responsibilities of this position will be to manage and supervise various experimental protocols including tissue culture systems, mouse husbandry and physiology, and molecular biology assays. The research associate will also spend significant time and effort on general lab maintenance and organization. The successful candidate should be detail oriented and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Additional duties include data management and analysis, and training/supervising new research staff and students. Benefits of this position include gaining high-level research experience, authorship on scientific publications, and working in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. This is an excellent position for candidates with previous research lab management experience who wish to pursue a career in medical research. Required Qualifications * Graduate degree in biology, health sciences, biochemistry, exercise physiology, or another related field * Demonstrated research and lab management experience * Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail * Demonstrated ability and desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple concurrent duties * Excellent communication skills * Experience working with aseptic technique and tissue culture * Knowledge and training in biochemistry and molecular biology Preferred Qualifications * Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate research students * Proficiency in various molecular biology techniques including Western blotting, PCR, and immunofluorescence * Experience working with and handling live mice * Experience with mouse metabolic testing including glucose tolerance testing, indirect calorimetry, body composition measurement, and exercise testing * Knowledge and/or experience in exercise physiology, metabolism, or diabetes research Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40+ Review Date 11/21/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

The Lessard Laboratory is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated research associate to work on laboratory studies related to exercise physiology, nutrition, metabolism, and diabetes. The lab is located within the Center for Exercise Medicine Research (CEMR) in the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) in Roanoke Virginia. The successful candidate will work on NIH-funded research projects to determine how exercise training, in combination with dietary and pharmacological therapies, influence health and metabolism. More information on current studies can be found at *************************************************** The primary responsibilities of this position will be to manage and supervise various experimental protocols including tissue culture systems, mouse husbandry and physiology, and molecular biology assays. The research associate will also spend significant time and effort on general lab maintenance and organization. The successful candidate should be detail oriented and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Additional duties include data management and analysis, and training/supervising new research staff and students. Benefits of this position include gaining high-level research experience, authorship on scientific publications, and working in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. This is an excellent position for candidates with previous research lab management experience who wish to pursue a career in medical research. Required Qualifications • Graduate degree in biology, health sciences, biochemistry, exercise physiology, or another related field • Demonstrated research and lab management experience • Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail • Demonstrated ability and desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple concurrent duties • Excellent communication skills • Experience working with aseptic technique and tissue culture • Knowledge and training in biochemistry and molecular biology Preferred Qualifications • Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate research students • Proficiency in various molecular biology techniques including Western blotting, PCR, and immunofluorescence • Experience working with and handling live mice • Experience with mouse metabolic testing including glucose tolerance testing, indirect calorimetry, body composition measurement, and exercise testing • Knowledge and/or experience in exercise physiology, metabolism, or diabetes research Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40+ Review Date 11/21/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Compliance Research Assistant Reports to: Vice President Compliance Officer Department: Compliance Position Type: Full-Time; 40 hours per week FLSA Classification / Type: Non-Exempt / Clerical Supervises: None POSITION SUMMARY The Compliance Research Assistant performs compliance research, monitoring, and testing of various Company processes and conducts analysis of results obtained. This position requires analytic skills and decision making. The Compliance Research Assistant must be a good communicator, resourceful, and organized. Because this position requires travel, a valid driver's license , and a clean driving record is essential. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Compliance Analysis - Perform research and provide regulatory citations to defend our position to examiners and investors. Draft responses as required. Assist in the coordination of projects with other departments (i.e., Marketing, Lending, etc.) to ensure compliance with new laws and regulations. Identify opportunities that can improve efficiency of business processes and provide regular reports to the AVP Compliance Notifications - Work with AVP to ensure all affected areas of the Company are kept well informed of changing laws and procedures for implementation to be completed at the appropriate time Compliance Monitoring and Testing - Perform compliance monitoring and testing as required by the Compliance Calendar including, but not limited to, Internal Policy Reviews required by regulations and investors Marketing Reviews - Review Marketing materials and promotions. Provide regulatory guidance to ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements Compliance Audit Remediation - Assist in the coordination of remediation of compliance audit findings with various department managers Internal Audit - Assists in the performance of the internal audits as required by the Internal Audit Calendar. Creates Audit Reports and provides recommendations for correction of findings cited Legal Activities - Assist in researching and developing responses regarding legal activities. Complaint Investigation - Assist in the investigation of complaints received from state regulatory authorities, CFPB, BBB, and direct from consumer. Prepare research package for AVP Compliance Officer to review Subpoenas - Assist in gathering information requested in subpoenas Exam / Audit Activities - Assist with research pertaining to the remediation of exam findings Policy & Procedure Development - Assist in the development of internal policies and procedures that pertain to this position EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE, AND COMPETENCIES Two-year college degree and/or two-years compliance related work experience preferred Combination of education and related work experience may be considered Knowledge of regulatory compliance is desired Requires effective communication skills, both verbal and written Requires exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail Proficient with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong aptitude and desire to provide excellent customer service Ability to simultaneously manage and accomplish multiple tasks / projects and deadlines Trustworthy, honest, and display a high-level of integrity Ability to work effectively in a team environment Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner Able to understand and respond appropriately to basic inquires Able to read, write, and communicate using the English language sufficient to perform job functions Ability to use Company equipment in assigned area (including but not limited to telephone, copiers, fax machines, computers, internet, etc.) Able to access, input, retrieve, and interpret information using applicable computer systems (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, industry-specific computer software, etc.) Works well independently Able to handle deadlines and work within company guidelines Compliance with all Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws, and Office of Foreign Asset Controls (OFAC) requirements is required. Employee must complete annual training in these areas WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a clerical office setting; climate-controlled surroundings with adequate lighting and little or moderate noise when in the office. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand, as necessary. TRAVEL This position may require up to 10% travel. Moderate travel needed by private vehicle or airline carriers with over-night stays in modern facilities at times. Regional traffic conditions when traveling by car to-and-from business appointments. Mileage reimbursement will be provided at current IRS allowable rates. EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. OTHER DUTIES This position performs additional duties as assigned, given adequate guidance and resources. This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee to perform this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EOE D/V/M/F

The West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine (WVSOM) invites applications for a full time Research Assistant position. Successful candidates will either be classified as Research Assistant I or Research Assistant II based on their ability to meet the minimum qualifications for each position. Duties and responsibilities for both positions are detailed below. This position reports to the Supervisor, Research Labs and Science Building. The Research Assistant is a full-time, non-classified position and is exempt from FLSA regulations concerning overtime. Minimum base salary is $40,000 to $49,000 based on education and experience. Not all activities of this position occur within the confines of an 8:00-4:30 schedule and may require evening and weekend scheduling as needed. The weekly schedule for this position will be established between the Supervisor, Research Labs and Science Building and the employee and approved given the needs of the department and the institution. This position is designated as Essential. This means that when WVSOM is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover and continue operations at WVSOM. Applications are considered confidential. The search committee will begin its review of applications upon receipt and the search will remain open until the position is filled. Medical Monitoring: Frequent exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions are common to a research environment. This position requires the incumbent to participate in the Medical Monitoring program at no cost to the employee. West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. Education/Knowledge Minimum Education Bachelor's Required Licenses/Certification Research Assistant level is based on the education, training, and experience. For a Research Assistant I, the position would require a bachelor's degree. Experience working in a biomedical laboratory setting preferred but not required. Training will be provided but experience in cell culture, molecular techniques, and general biomedical research lab techniques is preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant and recent experience and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. A Research Assistant II position requires a Master's degree in a related field. Experience working in a biomedical laboratory setting preferred. An equivalent combination of relevant and recent experience and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered. Skills Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Knowledge of scientific, experimental and research techniques applicable to the area of science involved (i.e. physiology, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, pharmacology); * Knowledge of the area of science in which the work is to be performed; * Knowledge of contemporary research methods, data collection and analysis skill in their application; * Skill in the use of highly complex laboratory/field instruments and equipment; * Ability to rapidly learn protocols of assigned research projects including the ability to: * Accurately observe and report research results, to review laboratory techniques in order to perform specialized tests; * Prepare technical reports governing procedures and results of experimental design; * Comprehend and execute complex oral and written commands relating to testing and research methods; * Effectively operate min/micro-computers as may be utilized in conjunction with state-of-the-art research equipment, data collection and analysis, and/or report writing. Duties and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Research Assistant I General Duties and Responsibilities * Implement written scientific protocols to conduct experiments, collect data, and write reports; * Assist in maintaining a safe, clean laboratory setting by conducting experiments and other procedures according to established departmental and laboratory policies and procedures; * Follow objectives and quality assurance, safety, environment and infection control standards; * Maintain accurate and comprehensive records on all experiments personally conducted and organize these records so that they can be retrieved by the investigator; * Prepare reagents, media, and solutions in order to prepare/maintain specimens for analysis; * Ensure responsible conduct of research and research integrity for all activities; * Assist in performing various experiments including small laboratory animals and molecular techniques * Follow all rules and regulations established for the safe operation of the laboratory and protection of staff, including all relevant training programs such as the Hazardous Waste Management Program; * Conduct procedures as approved by regulatory committees (IRB, IACUC, IBC); * Operate, calibrate for daily experiments, and clean and perform routine maintenance on standard laboratory equipment; * Collaborate with other Research Assistants and assist the Supervisor of Science Building and Research Spaces as needed. * Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Research Assistant II General Duties and Responsibilities In addition to duties and responsibilities of a Research Assistant I, the following: * Perform a wide variety of physical, chemical or biological experiments utilizing simple to complex laboratory/field procedures with the responsibility for the modification of research methods and procedures; * Perform statistical analysis for presentation to the investigator; * Operate, calibrate for daily experiments, and clean and perform routine maintenance on specialized laboratory equipment; * Assist in planning and performing experiments that utilize small laboratory animals * Troubleshoot with manufacturer on lab equipment issues; * Assist with drafting of protocols for regulatory review (IRB, IACUC, IBC, etc.) * Demonstrate a wide variety of laboratory techniques and equipment to laboratory personnel, faculty, residents and students; * Oversee, train and review the work of students as appropriate; * Perform work independently utilizing judgement based on relevant technical expertise; * Ensure that all laboratory/field activities are carried out in compliance with safety procedures for handling, storage and disposal of biohazardous, infectious, radioactive and toxic substances * Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. 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Apply now Back to search results Job no: 530562 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: Natural Resources Department: Fish and Wildlife Conservation Job Description A research associate is sought to assist in coastal ecology project, to include field collection of shorebird and invertebrate prey and habitat features, GIS analyses of land cover data, data analyses and preparation of reports and papers related to the project. The university values diversity and continually strives to maintain and promote an inclusive learning and research environment that embrace all students, faculty, and staff. The research project is funded by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. The research associate will: 1) Coordinate project logistics and team activities; 2) supervise field staff and participate in field data collection and lab analyses, 3) conduct needed boating in challenging coastal waters, 4) conduct GIS landcover classifications, 5) coordinate daily with private, state and federal collaborators, 6) conduct data analyses and prepare reports and peer-reviewed papers. The position requires work in coastal Virginia and some travel to and from Blacksburg to work on products. Required Qualifications * M.S. in natural resources; coastal ecology and/or wildlife conservation and management, or related field. * Knowledge of ecological science concepts, principles, and methods as applied to wildlife or other natural resource management sufficient to contribute to project design, quantitative data analysis and science communication. * Proficiency and experience operating motorboats in coastal nearshore environments. * Demonstrated skills in collaborating with others on teams to accomplish shared objectives. * Excellent communication skills and organizational skills. * Experience conducting data analyses and writing peer-reviewed publications Preferred Qualifications * Experience in project coordination and management. * Experience communicating scientific results and methods to agricultural landowners and agricultural and conservation professionals. * Experience mentoring research staff. * Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. * Knowledge of natural resource management in coastal settings Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Review Date 9/2/2024 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jennifer Phillips at *************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: August 15, 2024 Applications close:

The Smyth Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a full time Research Associate to assist in general laboratory operations and conduct research experiments together with other lab members. This position is for a minimum of two years with the possibility of reappointment. Responsibilities include knowledge of and experience with general cell and molecular laboratory techniques, basic animal handling (specifically mice) and colony maintenance. Other duties will include basic laboratory management, including supply ordering, maintaining and preparing lab reagents, tracking laboratory expenses, and maintaining laboratory certifications and licenses. Applicants should have a strong background or understanding of molecular biology techniques, in addition to implementation of relevant in vivo models. The Research Associate will manage the development of scientific hypotheses, design experiments, collect data, and write manuscripts in particular with relationship to viral myocarditis. Research Associates are an essential part of the scientific team and play a lead role in organizing and conducting the research experiments. The successful team member will be highly detail-oriented, organized, and skilled with monitoring and adjusting priorities, problem solving, and generally ensuring the day-to-day implementation of the research programs. Opportunities to participate in data analysis, and manuscript and/or grant preparation will be available for interested candidates. Basic duties will include, but will not be limited to, working with laboratory animals; conducting in vivo experiments; analyzing and summarizing research findings; maintaining mammalian cell lines; performing PCR experiments for quantitative and qualitative purposes; providing instruction and assistance in the use of laboratory equipment and research methods and techniques to other team members. Required Qualifications • Masters in Biological Sciences, Cell or Molecular Biology, or Bachelor's degree with significant experience. • Demonstrated experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably in an academic setting. Preferred Qualifications • Training with Laboratory Safety and/or Animal Handling • Additional experience with lab management, including ordering supplies, maintaining lab materials, and maintaining equipment. Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Review Date 9/15/2022 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

A research associate is sought to assist in coastal ecology project, to include field collection of shorebird and invertebrate prey and habitat features, GIS analyses of land cover data, data analyses and preparation of reports and papers related to the project. The university values diversity and continually strives to maintain and promote an inclusive learning and research environment that embrace all students, faculty, and staff. The research project is funded by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. The research associate will: 1) Coordinate project logistics and team activities; 2) supervise field staff and participate in field data collection and lab analyses, 3) conduct needed boating in challenging coastal waters, 4) conduct GIS landcover classifications, 5) coordinate daily with private, state and federal collaborators, 6) conduct data analyses and prepare reports and peer-reviewed papers. The position requires work in coastal Virginia and some travel to and from Blacksburg to work on products. Required Qualifications * M.S. in natural resources; coastal ecology and/or wildlife conservation and management, or related field. * Knowledge of ecological science concepts, principles, and methods as applied to wildlife or other natural resource management sufficient to contribute to project design, quantitative data analysis and science communication. * Proficiency and experience operating motorboats in coastal nearshore environments. * Demonstrated skills in collaborating with others on teams to accomplish shared objectives. * Excellent communication skills and organizational skills. * Experience conducting data analyses and writing peer-reviewed publications Preferred Qualifications * Experience in project coordination and management. * Experience communicating scientific results and methods to agricultural landowners and agricultural and conservation professionals. * Experience mentoring research staff. * Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. * Knowledge of natural resource management in coastal settings Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Review Date 9/2/2024 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jennifer Phillips at *************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

The laboratory of Dr. Sora Shin at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC (******************************************************************* is seeking a Research Associate. The successful candidate will be expected to have proficiency in animal (mouse) handling as well as molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA technology, and confocal microscopy. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated basic skills for stereotaxic surgery. The Research Associate is expected, with guidance and support from her or his supervisor, to contribute to the process of a project within his or her scientific discipline, as well as investigating, creating, and developing new methods for ongoing project advancement in the field of neuroscience studying. Please refer to the most recent publication in the Shin lab (Nature Communications, 2023): ************************************************** The duties of the role will include but may not be limited to the following: • Performing stereotaxic surgery in mice. • Performing animal behavioral tests with optogenetics and chemogenetics. • Managing a breeding colony of transgenic mice. • Molecular cloning, cell culture, and virus (e.g. AAV, Lenti) generation. • Running quantitative PCR assays for gene expression and genotyping. • Maintaining accurate and confidential records used for conducting and monitoring multiple studies. • Participating in research team meetings to report on research progress, improve data collection processes, assist with problem-solving, and address protocol issues that arise during the course of research studies. • Conducting literature searches to gather background information for use by the Principal Investigator (PI) and other research team members in developing, evaluating, completing, and submitting grant proposals and publications. • Collecting and entering data from research participants per approved protocols, standard operating procedures, and experiment instructions. Required Qualifications • MA/MS in biology, neuroscience, or related field, and/or the equivalent level of training and lab experience, including some supervisory or managerial experience. • Demonstrated organizational skills or experience with data management. • Desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple duties. • Demonstrated attention to detail, organizational skills, and excellent communication skills. • Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in one or more of the following research areas: neuroscience, biology. • Experience with basic laboratory protocols including proper handling of mice behavior, molecular works, data collection, and data management. • Experience with data analysis software (Python, Matlab, etc.) Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Review Date 6/14/2024 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 534727 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: Vice President for Research Department: Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute Job Description The Lessard Laboratory is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated research associate to work on laboratory studies related to exercise physiology, nutrition, metabolism, and diabetes. The lab is located within the Center for Exercise Medicine Research (CEMR) in the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) in Roanoke Virginia. The successful candidate will work on NIH-funded research projects to determine how exercise training, in combination with dietary and pharmacological therapies, influence health and metabolism. More information on current studies can be found at *************************************************** The primary responsibilities of this position will be to manage and supervise various experimental protocols including tissue culture systems, mouse husbandry and physiology, and molecular biology assays. The research associate will also spend significant time and effort on general lab maintenance and organization. The successful candidate should be detail oriented and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Additional duties include data management and analysis, and training/supervising new research staff and students. Benefits of this position include gaining high-level research experience, authorship on scientific publications, and working in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. This is an excellent position for candidates with previous research lab management experience who wish to pursue a career in medical research. Required Qualifications * Graduate degree in biology, health sciences, biochemistry, exercise physiology, or another related field * Demonstrated research and lab management experience * Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail * Demonstrated ability and desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple concurrent duties * Excellent communication skills * Experience working with aseptic technique and tissue culture * Knowledge and training in biochemistry and molecular biology Preferred Qualifications * Experience supervising undergraduate and graduate research students * Proficiency in various molecular biology techniques including Western blotting, PCR, and immunofluorescence * Experience working with and handling live mice * Experience with mouse metabolic testing including glucose tolerance testing, indirect calorimetry, body composition measurement, and exercise testing * Knowledge and/or experience in exercise physiology, metabolism, or diabetes research Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40+ Review Date 11/21/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: November 5, 2025 Applications close:

Applications are invited for a Research Associate position with the Systems Software Research Group (**************************** at Virginia Tech. The position involves conducting research and developing trustworthy tools for reasoning about safety and security properties of a broad range of application programs. Opportunities exist to investigate and develop tools for highly scalable program analysis for detecting violations of safety and security properties, techniques for verified operating system kernel extensions, logic frameworks for automatic reasoning of security vulnerabilities, verified decompilation, and automatic patching with provable security properties. Required Qualifications * MS in computer science or computer engineering with background. * Expertise in any of the following areas: formal verification, proof assistants and verification tools, binary/program analysis, or compilers. * Strong expertise with formal methods tools (e.g., theorem provers, SMT solvers, model checkers). * Strong programming expertise, with a preference for functional programming (e.g., Haskell). * Excellent communication skills. Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Hours per week 40 Review Date 11/7/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Cole Tankersley at ************ during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

The Sassi Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a full time Research Associate to assist in general laboratory operations and conduct research experiments together with other lab members. Responsibilities include knowledge of and experience with general cell and molecular laboratory techniques, basic animal handling (specifically mice) and colony maintenance. Other duties will include basic laboratory management, including supply ordering, maintaining and preparing lab reagents, tracking laboratory expenses, and maintaining laboratory certifications and licenses. Applicants should have a strong background or understanding of molecular biology techniques, in addition to implementation of relevant in vivo models. The Research Associate will manage the development of scientific hypotheses, design experiments, collect data, and write manuscripts in particular with relationship to cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases. Research Associates are an essential part of the scientific team and play a lead role in organizing and conducting the research experiments. The successful team member will be highly detail-oriented, organized, and skilled with monitoring and adjusting priorities, problem solving, and generally ensuring the day-to-day implementation of the research programs. Opportunities to participate in data analysis, and manuscript and/or grant preparation will be available for interested candidates. Basic duties will include, but will not be limited to, working with laboratory animals; conducting in vivo experiments; analyzing and summarizing research findings; maintaining mammalian cell lines; performing PCR experiments for quantitative and qualitative purposes; providing instruction and assistance in the use of laboratory equipment and research methods and techniques to other team members. More information about our research can be found here: ************************************************ ******************************************************************* Required Qualifications • MS degree in Biological Sciences, Cell or Molecular Biology, or Bachelor's degree with significant experience may be considered in lieu of the master's degree. • Demonstrated experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably in an academic setting. • Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and team skills. • Highly motivated and creative. • Ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues. Preferred Qualifications • Expertise in the following areas: in vivo models of cardiovascular and/or pulmonary diseases, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology and histology. • Training with Laboratory Safety and/or Animal Handling • Additional experience with lab management, including ordering supplies, maintaining lab materials, and maintaining equipment. Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Review Date 8/16/2024 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Shana Rhinehardt at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 535025 Work type: Hourly Wage/Part-Time Senior management: Vice President for Research Department: Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute Job Description The Addiction Recovery Research Center (ARRC), a research center at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC in Roanoke, VA, is dedicated to understanding and treating substance use disorders' is looking for new part time Research Assistant to work primarily on research projects examining long-term recovery from addiction as well as decision-making processes and interventions relevant to substance use, including tobacco, alcohol, and cocaine use. Typically, a Research Assistant supports a scientist in the performance of various recruitment, technical, and data collection activities for research or laboratory programs. These roles will serve as part of the research team working collaboratively and independently to collect and organize human subject data for funded research projects. Laboratory and research support responsibilities range from entry- to advanced-level. Lab Website: ************************************************************************* The duties of the roles will include, though may not be limited to the following: * Making significant contributions to the projects assigned. * Recruiting and screening volunteers to participate in a range of research studies. * Scheduling and confirming appointments for participant research study visits. * Collecting and entering data from research participants * Administering assessments and structured interviews, collecting urine, saliva, or blood * Tracking and making participant payments. * Maintaining accurate and confidential records. * Conducting literature searches to gather background information * Participating in research team meetings to report on progress and data Required Qualifications * Demonstrated ability to organize and analyze experimental data * Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and team skills * Capable of working independently and as part of a team * Demonstrated computer skills and experience using Microsoft applications * Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail * Demonstrated ability and desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple concurrent duties * Excellent communication skills Preferred Qualifications * Coursework or training in psychology, biology, neuroscience, or related field * Demonstrated data collection and entry experience * Experience in one or more of the following research areas: psychology, addiction, neuroscience, clinical trials * Experience with basic laboratory protocols including proper handling of subject specimens, data collection, participant recruitment, assessments, and data management * Proficiency with REDCap, Qualtrics, QuestionPro or similar survey tools and/or experience with statistical analysis * Experience with social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, etc.) to support research study participation and community engagement * Experience contributing to publications or scientific presentations Pay Band 3 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with Experience. Hours per week Up to 32 Review Date 12/15/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: December 10, 2025 Applications close:

The Virginia Tech Center for Ecosystem Forecasting is recruiting a Research Scientist with a Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Quantitative Ecology, Ecological Statistics, Natural Resources, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. We are seeking to recruit an integral, long-term member of our team who will contribute to environmental modeling and forecasting research across multiple funded projects. Following the mission of the Virginia Tech Center for Ecosystem Forecasting, we seek a team member who is excited to both create and apply innovative environmental models and forecasts that provide actionable forecast insights to guide decision-making and management. We encourage applicants to visit our website (*********************************** to learn more about the Center, its mission and values, current projects, and our highly collaborative, interdisciplinary research team. Specific responsibilities for the on-site position include: 1) developing ecological forecasts (especially for lake and reservoir water quality) using a suite of models and datasets; 2) leading and co-authoring peer-reviewed publications, presentations, and data products; 3) providing guidance and mentorship to team members and supporting ongoing Center programs (including the Macrosystems EDDIE educational program); and 4) serving in a leadership role in the Center, which includes setting priorities, engaging partners, preparing reports, and collaborating with CEF co-directors and staff to apply for external funding. The review of applications will begin on Monday, 22 December, with anticipated Zoom interviews being scheduled in early January. Funding for this position is available for multiple years, pending satisfactory performance during an initial probationary period and subsequent annual performance reviews. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Required Qualifications * Ph.D. in Environmental Science, Quantitative Ecology, Ecological Statistics, Natural Resources, Environmental/Civil Engineering, or a related field * Significant experience in publishing peer-reviewed journal articles, demonstrated by publication record * Significant quantitative research experience in ecosystem modeling, environmental forecasting, and/or computational ecology, demonstrated by publications and/or software development * Significant experience working in the R and/or Python programming language, demonstrated by GitHub (or other code repository) portfolio * Significant experience in environmental data analysis, demonstrated by publications and presentations * Experience with collaborative coding, demonstrated by GitHub (or other code repository) activity * Ability to work in interdisciplinary collaborative teams, demonstrated by previous team research experiences Preferred Qualifications * Postdoctoral research experience * Experience with water quality models, demonstrated by developing, calibrating, and applying water quality models, especially for lakes and reservoirs * Experience publishing data and code products, demonstrated by authorship of published data and code * Experience in data and forecast visualization, demonstrated by development and dissemination of data and forecast visualizations * Experience in mentoring and/or supervising * Experience working across computational platforms (e.g., command line, Docker, cloud computing and storage, RStudio, etc.) Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40 hours - exempt position Review Date December 22, 2025 Additional Information The review of applications will begin on Monday, 22 December, with anticipated Zoom interviews being scheduled in early January. Funding for this position is available for multiple years, pending satisfactory performance during an initial probationary period and subsequent annual performance reviews. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dreama Price at ************* during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

The Lam lab (Biological Sciences) at Virginia Tech is seeking to hire a research associate to work on host-microbe interactions, antibiotic resistance, and antimicrobial development. Successful applicant will be expected to investigate the mechanism of antibiotic resistance, elucidate novel bacterial virulence mechanisms, study the host response to bacterial infection and to assess the efficacy of inhibitors of bacterial virulence factors in vitro and in mice models. Required Qualifications Applicants must have extensive research experience and training, including a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences or related field. Strong record of research productivity as evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals and demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D. in biological science, medicine, pharmacy or molecular biology. Previous experience in working with computational analysis, different bacterial pathogens, virulence characterization, and antibiotics resistance. Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience, but within budget maximum Review Date August 5, 2024 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Dreama Price at ************* during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 534189 Work type: Research Faculty Senior management: College of Engineering Department: Electrical and ComputerEngineering Job Description Applications are invited for a Research Associate Professor (non-tenure track) with the Systems Software Research Group (**************************** at Virginia Tech. The position involves conducting research at the intersection of program analysis and formal verification toward developing trustworthy tools for reasoning about safety and security properties. Opportunities exist to investigate a broad set of topics including highly scalable program analysis tools for detecting violations of safety and security properties, techniques for verified operating system kernel extensions, logic frameworks for automatic reasoning of security vulnerabilities, verified decompilation, and automatic patching with provable security properties. Opportunities also exist to investigate project-relevant topics of mutual interest. Required Qualifications * PhD in computer science or computer engineering with background and expertise in any of the following areas are sought: formal verification, proof assistants and verification tools, binary/program analysis, or compilers. * Candidates must have a well-established track record of published research at relevant conferences and journals at the level commensurate with a Research Associate Professor ranking. * Experience developing proposals and managing funded programs as Principal Investigator (or Co-Principal Investigator). * Experience mentoring PhD and MS students. * Excellent communication skills. * Ability to work under limited supervision. Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Hours per week 40+ Review Date 10/1/2025 Additional Information Required Application Materials: Resume/CV; Cover Letter; Contact Information for 3 References The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Cole Tankersley at ************ during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: September 19, 2025 Applications close:

Virginia Tech (VT) seeks to recruit an innovative physician-neuroscientist to its new Patient Research Center (PRC) at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC (FBRI - ************************* for a tenured or tenure-track faculty leadership position at the associate or full professor level. The PRC initiative has received substantial funding support to launch this major exciting new program. The successful physician-scientist candidate will preferably have both earned M.D and Ph.D. degrees and have completed clinical residency/fellowship in an appropriate sub-specialty from among disciplines including adult or child neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry or neuroradiology as well as have an extramurally funded research program that includes human patient based clinical research in either ambulatory, in-patient and/or remote tele-health settings. Applications from investigators using innovative contemporary approaches to study human brain and/or behavioral function in health and disease with inclusion of clinical research trials in their program are welcomed. The faculty member will join 44 other faculty led teams at the FBRI, including 30 neuroscience research teams and will serve as the founding leader of the neuroscience section of Virginian Tech's new PRC. The PRC will have an initial focus on neuroscience research and will join several other highly successful centers at the FBRI including: the Center for Human Neuroscience Research, the Center for Neurobiology Research, the Center for Health Behaviors Research, the Addiction Recovery Research Center and the Neuromotor Research Clinic. The PRC will subsequently expand to include human patient research in cardiovascular research and cancer research. The primary responsibility for the position is leading-edge research with some additional leadership/administrative duties, particularly as the program grows. While the position is focused on research, it is appreciated that the individual will likely want to maintain some involvement in patient care including some fraction of their effort (10-30%) devoted to a sub-specialty clinic, that can be arranged with our clinical partners, the Carilion Clinic (********************************* The position will also allow for leadership in the identification and recruitment of additional faculty into the PRC. The position will be located at the FBRI on Virginia Tech's health sciences and technology campus in Roanoke, Virginia, immediately adjacent to the VTC School of Medicine and the Carilion Clinic and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. In addition to the position at the FBRI, the faculty member will also have a tenured or tenure-track (as appropriate) appointment in a VT department from among multiple colleges including the school of medicine (****************************** The successful candidate will join a dynamic and growing community of scholars including scientists, physicians and physician-scientists focused on next generation approaches to human brain research directed at having dramatic impacts on prevention, diagnoses, treatment and cure of disorders that may manifest early in development, throughout adulthood or during the aging process. Areas of research emphasis could include disorders that impact: cognition, decision-making, emotions and social interaction, learning and memory, movement control and planning, and/or sensation/perception. Research infrastructure at the FBRI currently includes over 300,000 square feet of lab, core facilities and office space (*************************************** Facilities at the research institute include multiple human subject research-dedicated 3.0T MRIs, high field MR guided PET and MR-guided focused ultrasound for animal research, optically pumped magnetometers (OPM-MEG) for individual human subject and dyadic studies, multiple cellular/molecular imaging facilities including transcriptomics and genomics analysis as well as multiple behavioral testing suites for animals and humans, in addition to two human whole room calorimeters, DEXA facility and metabolic kitchen and dining areas for the study of human eating behaviors. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact the Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education at ************ or Virginia Tech, 220 Gilbert Street, Suite 5200, Blacksburg, VA 24061. Applications will be reviewed continuously until the position is filled. It is expected that initial interviews will begin in May, 2025. To apply, please submit your application, including curriculum vitae, detailed statement of research accomplishments at **************** posting #532772. To complete the application, the applicant should also have at least three references post their letters of support to the same site. Inquiries about the position should be directed to the Executive Director of the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) at VTC, Dr. Michael J. Friedlander at ******************* Required Qualifications The successful physician-scientist candidate will preferably have both earned M.D and Ph.D. degrees and have completed clinical residency/fellowship in an appropriate sub-specialty from among disciplines including adult or child neurology, neurosurgery, psychiatry or neuroradiology as well as have an extramurally funded research program that includes human patient based clinical research in either ambulatory, in-patient and/or remote tele-health settings. Record of significant accomplishment of research innovation and productivity through high quality publications and extramural funding. Preferred Qualifications Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Regular Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40+ Review Date May 1st, 2025- Open until filled Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brittany Shelton at ***************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Applications are invited for a Research Associate position with the Systems Software Research Group (**************************** at Virginia Tech. The position involves conducting research and developing trustworthy tools for reasoning about safety and security properties of a broad range of application programs. Opportunities exist to investigate and develop tools for highly scalable program analysis for detecting violations of safety and security properties, techniques for verified operating system kernel extensions, logic frameworks for automatic reasoning of security vulnerabilities, verified decompilation, and automatic patching with provable security properties. Required Qualifications - MS in computer science or computer engineering with background. - Expertise in any of the following areas: formal verification, proof assistants and verification tools, binary/program analysis, or compilers. - Strong expertise with formal methods tools (e.g., theorem provers, SMT solvers, model checkers). - Strong programming expertise, with a preference for functional programming (e.g., Haskell). - Excellent communication skills. Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Hours per week 40 Review Date 11/7/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Cole Tankersley at ************ during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 533437 Work type: Hourly Wage/Part-Time Senior management: Natural Resources Department: Fish and Wildlife Conservation Job Description A research associate with experience in disability research is sought to manage a project conducting case studies of state agencies who develop programs and projects for wildlife viewers. The research associate will: 1) Coordinate project logistics; 2) Conduct quantitative and qualitative research; 3) Analyze results; 4) Publish reports and peer-reviewed articles; 5) Communicate results through webinars, presentations, and workshops ; and 6) Be an active member of the Dayer Lab. The position requires travel to conduct and present on research. The university values diversity and continually strives to maintain and promote an inclusive learning and research environment that embrace all students, faculty, and staff. We are particularly interested in applications from persons identifying with groups currently underrepresented in natural resources fields, including but not limited to Black, Indigenous, people of color, people with disabilities, and underrepresented genders. This would include cis women, trans women, trans men, non-binary people, and those who are otherwise marginalized. Required Qualifications * M.S. in occupational therapy or disability studies * Knowledge and experience in social science methods especially interviews and case studies. * Demonstrated skills in collaborating with others on teams to accomplish shared objectives. * Excellent communication skills and organizational skills. * Experience writing reports and peer-reviewed publications * Experience presenting in-person and via webinars and leading workshops. * Experience in project management or coordination Preferred Qualifications * Considerable experience studying and training others about accommodations for disabled people. * Experience communicating scientific results to state agencies staff and developing related resources. * Experience studying wildlife viewers * Trained as an Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator * Experience conducting field work. Pay Band 3 Overtime Status Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Hours per week 20-30 Review Date 6/27/25 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jennifer Phillips at *************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. Advertised: June 13, 2025 Applications close:

The Virginia Tech Physics Department invites applications for one postdoctoral associate/research scientist to work with Dr. Vsevolod Ivanov and Dr. Patrick Huber on the Quantum Sensing of Neutrinos (QuSen) project sponsored by DARPA. The successful candidate will conduct research in the areas of computational physics with the goal to develop a framework for understanding excess energy from defect formation in neutrino detectors. Duties may include supervising and coordinating the work of other researchers and personnel, including graduate and undergraduate students, as well as developing future efforts. The successful candidate will be based in Blacksburg, VA, but may be required to travel for conference presentations and international collaboration. Successful candidates at the Research Scientist level will have additional responsibilities with mentoring junior group members, as well as assisting the PIs with grant proposals. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with the broader quantum community at Virginia Tech, which includes the Center for Neutrino Physics, the Virginia Tech Center for Quantum Information Science and Engineering (vtq.vt.edu), the Center of Quantum Architecture and Software Development within the VT Innovation Campus, as well as the Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), of which Virginia Tech is a member. Required Qualifications The successful applicant must hold a Ph.D. in physics, material science, or a related field. * Strong verbal and written communication skills that are reinforced by active listening skills * Advanced knowledge of the principles of physics * Advanced knowledge of the methods and techniques used for research in computational condensed matter physics * Demonstrated experience of first-principles simulation codes such as VASP, Quantum Espresso, Wien2k or others * Demonstrated experience with phonon and exciton calculations and related properties * Research Scientist candidates must have previous postdoctoral research experience Preferred Qualifications * Demonstrated knowledge of simulating solid state defects, including formation processes with nudged elastic band, molecular dynamics, or related methods Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information Commensurate with experience Hours per week 40 hours - exempt position Review Date 10/25/2025 Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. About Virginia Tech Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually. Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Jackie Woodyard at ************** during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.