Research Assistant Professor

Virginia Tech • Blacksburg, VA

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About The Position

This position is responsible for providing technical and leadership support for the Viral Genetics and Host Interactions (VG-HI) lab in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. The individual will report directly to Dr. James Weger-Lucarelli. This position involves cutting-edge research studying cancer biology and developing strategies to treat cancer. Duties will include molecular and immunological assays, 2D and 3D cell culture, including primary cells, and procedures with mice. Basic and more complex computational tasks will be required for data analysis and interpretation. Responsibilities also include data analysis, reporting, manuscript and grant preparation, project management and leadership/training tasks, compliance with all safety regulations, and assistance with SOP development. The individual is expected to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams from academia, government, and industry, and serve as PI/Co-PI on projects.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a PhD in molecular biology, cancer biology, immunology, or related fields.
• Substantial experience independently organizing and conducting complex procedures and experiments.
• Demonstrated experience in leading research projects to completion as evidenced by multiple first-author publications.
• Clear communication skills as evidenced by presentation of data at national conferences, seminar presentations, past teaching experience, and/or manuscript publication.
• Experience working with microorganisms and biosafety.
• Possess molecular and protein biology skills.
• Enthusiastic and dedicated with the ability and interest in learning new techniques.
• Willingness to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Observant, attentive to detail, organized, efficient, and able to work well with others.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated program management and supervisory experience of junior lab staff.
• Success in proposal development and managing extramural funded programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and leadership support for the VG-HI lab.
• Conduct molecular and immunological assays.
• Perform 2D and 3D cell culture, including primary cells.
• Carry out procedures with mice.
• Perform data analysis and interpretation.
• Prepare reports, manuscripts, and grant applications.
• Manage projects and lead training tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Assist with SOP development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Participation in university shared governance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree