About The Position

Virginia Tech’s (VT) Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) is recruiting for an exceptional investigator in cancer research at the level of Professor or Associate Professor. The successful candidate will have a strong record of independently funded basic or translational cancer research, along with demonstrated commitment to faculty mentorship. This new position is part of a major research initiative by the Virginia Tech’s FBRI and will be located in our new facility based at the Children’s National Research and Innovation Campus in Washington DC. Faculty at the DC campus have particular interest in precision oncology, cancer genomics, immunotherapy, neuro-oncology, and hematological malignancies. The successful candidate will primarily be expected to maintain a high-quality, extramurally-funded cancer research program. They will also have the opportunity to participate in some teaching of graduate students and to serve as a research mentor for VT graduate, medical and undergraduate students. Appropriately qualified candidates may additionally be considered for the role of deputy director of the FBRI Cancer Research Center - DC. Competitive salary, space, and start-up package will be provided.

Requirements

  • Earned doctorate (PhD, MD, and/or DVM)
  • Postdoctoral research experience
  • At least five years as faculty or equivalent
  • Record of accomplishment and research productivity through high-quality publications
  • Sustained and current extramural funding

Nice To Haves

  • Strong record of independently funded basic or translational cancer research
  • Demonstrated commitment to faculty mentorship

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a high-quality, extramurally-funded cancer research program.
  • Participate in teaching of graduate students.
  • Serve as a research mentor for VT graduate, medical and undergraduate students.
  • Potentially serve as deputy director of the FBRI Cancer Research Center - DC.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Space
  • Start-up package

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Senior

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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