Part Time Research Technician Commonwealth of VirginiaPart Time Research TechnicianVAThe 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. 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.
Research Scientist Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch ScientistCharlottesville, VA$58,843–$95,620 / yearblocks--linked-image#click keydown.enter->blocks--linked-image#click" data-controller="" data-open-newtab="false" id="page_block_1abc4ef3edc569846f0d83e2f82d8d57" style="background-image: linear-gradient(rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5),rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.5)), url(" https://d25wby5c7p9100.cloudfront.net/public/uploads/599e9569ce634cc6f690338b21af637e/images/files/b11c644db1e4b7c02146bb405507b1a2/large/mountainview.jpg?1674243607");background-position : 50% 50%" title="Virginia Mountain View">. The successful candidate will be a strong, versatile experimentalist and analyst who can design and run genetic perturbation screens, drive molecular biology and cell-based work, and generate and interpret omics data, particularly long-read RNA sequencing and mass spectrometry-based proteomics, alongside single-cell sequencing.
Student Financial Analyst VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEMStudent Financial AnalystSpotsylvania, VA$71,027–$86,811 / yearSupports month-end and year-end close processes, audit requests, and internal control activities by preparing documentation, reconciliations, and supporting schedules; ensures adherence to College, VCCS, and CAPP Manual requirements and supports compliance with the Commonwealth's internal control framework (ARMICS). Performs reconciliation and financial analysis activities in coordination with the General Accountant responsible for accounts receivable, including preparing and reviewing data, identifying discrepancies between SIS and AIS, analyzing account balances and aging, and resolving variances to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
NewDirector of Academic Operations and Student Support, School of Data Science Commonwealth of VirginiaDirector of Academic Operations and Student Support, School of Data ScienceCharlottesville, VA$100,000–$110,000 / yearProficiency with university student information systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, SIS, Terra Dotta, Banner), advising systems (e.g., Starfish, Navigate, Stellic), learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Brightspace, Blackboard), data reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, UBI), and/or survey tools (e.g., MS Forms, Qualtrics). Progressively increased responsible experience in team leadership, student advising, academic coaching, academic policy, faculty affairs, academic records, program management, student success, budget oversight, or a related field within a higher education setting.
Student Financial Analyst Commonwealth of VirginiaStudent Financial AnalystSpotsylvania, VA$71,027–$86,811 / yearPerforms reconciliation and financial analysis activities in coordination with the General Accountant responsible for accounts receivable, including preparing and reviewing data, identifying discrepancies between SIS and AIS, analyzing account balances and aging, and resolving variances to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records. Supports month-end and year-end close processes, audit requests, and internal control activities by preparing documentation, reconciliations, and supporting schedules; ensures adherence to College, VCCS, and CAPP Manual requirements and supports compliance with the Commonwealth's internal control framework (ARMICS).
Research Administrator George Mason UniversityResearch AdministratorManassas, VirginiaMason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Bachelor's degree in Biology from an accredited college/university is required; At least two years of experience in scientific manuscripts, or other technical reports; Experience using applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Student Health and Wellness Commonwealth of VirginiaPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Student Health and WellnessCharlottesville, VAThe individual must show demonstrated competency in the areas of psychiatric diagnostic evaluation; medication evaluation; ongoing medication prescribing and monitoring; provision of comprehensive psychiatric care including supportive psychotherapy, psychoeducation, risk assessment, crisis management, case management, clinical consultation, collaborative co-treatment with multidisciplinary mental health clinicians, and ethical decision-making. Consistently demonstrate competencies of advanced practice in PMH Nursing: comprehensive psychiatric assessment, counseling, psychiatric medication evaluation and prescribing, case management, consultation, risk assessment and crisis intervention, clinical and professional leadership, collaboration, ethical decision-making, expert coaching and guiding.
Postdoctoral Research Associate, School of Data Science Commonwealth of VirginiaPostdoctoral Research Associate, School of Data ScienceCharlottesville, VAThe University of Virginia School of Data Science-the first of its kind in the nation-advances discovery, innovation, and societal impact through collaborative, open, and responsible data science research and education. Founded in 2019, the School brings together expertise across business, computation, engineering, humanities, law, mathematics, social sciences, statistics, and law to address complex, real-world challenges.
Research Scientist, The Beirne B. Carter Immunology Center Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Scientist, The Beirne B. Carter Immunology CenterCharlottesville, VAThe incumbent will also be expected to attend and participate in laboratory meetings and CIC-related seminars as well as work with graduate students, technicians, fellows, and collaborators in the laboratories involved in the project. Carter Immunology Center CIC at the University of Virginias School of Medicine seeks a Research Scientist to join the Ewald Lab at the CIC.
Research Technician Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch TechnicianVAThe 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. 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.
Postdoctoral Research Associate Commonwealth of VirginiaPostdoctoral Research AssociateCharlottesville, VAEmployment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period. A core aim of this project will be to develop interpretable machine learning approaches to understand how RNA binding proteins (RBPs) regulate observed splicing changes and to test putative mechanisms experimentally.
NewDirector of Academic Operations and Student Support, School of Data Science University of VirginiaDirector of Academic Operations and Student Support, School of Data ScienceCharlottesville, VA$100,000–$110,000 / yearProficiency with university student information systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Oracle, SIS, Terra Dotta, Banner), advising systems (e.g., Starfish, Navigate, Stellic), learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Brightspace, Blackboard), data reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, UBI), and/or survey tools (e.g., MS Forms, Qualtrics). Progressively increased responsible experience in team leadership, student advising, academic coaching, academic policy, faculty affairs, academic records, program management, student success, budget oversight, or a related field within a higher education setting.
Program Coordinator for Student Engagement Commonwealth of VirginiaProgram Coordinator for Student EngagementCharlottesville, VA$50,000–$55,000 / yearThe Division of Student Affairs consists of over 200 employees including: Office of the Vice President and Chief Student Affairs Officer; Student Health and Wellness; the University Career Center; Housing and Residence Life; Office of African American Affairs; and several units reporting to the Dean of Students - all working together, for and alongside students, to create the distinctive student experience for which UVA is known. Thoroughly develop and deliver marketing materials related to the Student Engagement brand, services, and opportunities, including but not limited to student organization support, leadership development opportunities, the 1515 student center, and community service.
Annual Giving Student Aide University of Mary WashingtonAnnual Giving Student AideFredericksburg, VirginiaTo be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability or COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). The Annual Giving Student Aide plays a vital role in advancing UMW’s fundraising efforts by supporting campaign preparation, event coordination, outreach calls, and data management.
Annual Giving Student Aide University Of Mary WashingtonAnnual Giving Student AideFredericksburg, VATo be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability or COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). The Annual Giving Student Aide plays a vital role in advancing UMW's fundraising efforts by supporting campaign preparation, event coordination, outreach calls, and data management.
Institutional Analysis and Effectiveness Student Aide -- Fall 2026 University Of Mary WashingtonInstitutional Analysis and Effectiveness Student Aide -- Fall 2026Fredericksburg, VATo be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability or COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Assist in extracting, compiling, and coding data, formatting and analyzing surveys, creating tables, and perform clerical tasks as needed.
Postdoctoral Research Associate, School of Data Science University of VirginiaPostdoctoral Research Associate, School of Data ScienceCharlottesville, VAThe University of Virginia School of Data Sciencethe first of its kind in the nationadvances discovery, innovation, and societal impact through collaborative, open, and responsible data science research and education. Founded in 2019, the School brings together expertise across business, computation, engineering, humanities, law, mathematics, social sciences, statistics, and law to address complex, real-world challenges.
Research Associate in Civil and Environmental Engineering Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Associate in Civil and Environmental EngineeringCharlottesville, VABeyond these efforts, the Postdoc will pursue new research directions including advancing surrogate modeling approaches to accelerate flood simulations, investigating the intersection of flood dynamics, transportation network disruption, and cascading community impacts, and developing sensor-integrated frameworks for near real-time flood monitoring and early warning. The Postdoc will join Dr. Majid Shafiee Jood's research group in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia and lead and contribute to projects spanning hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, flood risk assessment under current and future scenarios, and the analysis of critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Research Associate in Chemistry Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Associate in ChemistryCharlottesville, VA$63,500–$64,400 / yearThe Personick Group has developed an integrated electrochemical approach to nanomaterials synthesis that combines real-time, in situ electrochemical measurements with electrochemically-driven nanoparticle growth (electrodeposition). The postdoc will work on projects involving the use of electrochemistry to (1) design new syntheses for shape- and composition-controlled metal nanoparticles and (2) probe nanoparticle growth mechanisms.
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cai Lab, Department of Surgery Commonwealth of VirginiaPostdoctoral Research Associate, Cai Lab, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VA$63,480–$65,000 / yearThis position is ideal for a highly motivated early-career scientist eager to develop an independent research trajectory within a well-funded, collaborative program at the intersection of cardiovascular biology, muscle physiology, pulmonary pathophysiology, and surgical oncology. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.
Senior Research Scientist, Cai Lab, Department of Surgery Commonwealth of VirginiaSenior Research Scientist, Cai Lab, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VA$64,000–$87,630 / yearThe successful candidate will contribute independently to ongoing research across three domains: Research: Design and execute experiments in molecular/cellular biology, small animal cardiovascular models, and in vivo cancer studies. Core duties include performing murine myocardial infarction surgeries (LAD ligation or ischemia-reperfusion), conducting and interpreting echocardiographic imaging, and carrying out orthotopic transplantation of cancer cells.
CEE - BRAVE Research Assistant Commonwealth of VirginiaCEE - BRAVE Research AssistantCharlottesville, VAThe 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. 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.
Research Associate- Reading Education Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Associate- Reading EducationCharlottesville, VATechnical Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office 360 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), Canvas, Zoom, Qualtrics, or similar survey data collection tools. The position includes 50% teaching responsibilities in collaboration with the Reading Education program and 50% research, allowing for experience in designing, conducting, and disseminating research alongside a faculty mentor.
Research Associate in Biology Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Associate in BiologyCharlottesville, VASpecifically, the postdoctoral research associate will collect kinematic, kinetic, and electromyographic data to compare patterns of bone loading in fish fins during walking-like behaviors and then apply similar loads to dissected bones on a universal testing machine to quantify their mechanical properties (e.g., stiffness). Candidates with a genuine passion for mentoring and interest in mentoring undergraduates through the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at Mountain Lake Biological Station ( https://mlbs.virginia.edu/reuprogram ), are particularly encouraged to apply.
Lab and Research Technician 2, Pharmacology Commonwealth of VirginiaLab and Research Technician 2, PharmacologyCharlottesville, VAThe Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab and Research Technician 2 to assist investigators in the Bayliss Lab with experiments designed to investigate the role of transcription factors in function of brainstem respiratory and autonomic neurons. Experimental techniques may include PCR, RNA/DNA preparation and manipulation, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and in situ hybridization, plethysmography, and blood chemistry analyses.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Student Health and Wellness University of VirginiaPsychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Student Health and WellnessCharlottesville, VAThe individual must show demonstrated competency in the areas of psychiatric diagnostic evaluation; medication evaluation; ongoing medication prescribing and monitoring; provision of comprehensive psychiatric care including supportive psychotherapy, psychoeducation, risk assessment, crisis management, case management, clinical consultation, collaborative co-treatment with multidisciplinary mental health clinicians, and ethical decision-making. Consistently demonstrate competencies of advanced practice in PMH Nursing: comprehensive psychiatric assessment, counseling, psychiatric medication evaluation and prescribing, case management, consultation, risk assessment and crisis intervention, clinical and professional leadership, collaboration, ethical decision-making, expert coaching and guiding.
Annual Giving Student Aide Commonwealth of VirginiaAnnual Giving Student AideFredericksburg, VATo be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability or COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). The Annual Giving Student Aide plays a vital role in advancing UMW's fundraising efforts by supporting campaign preparation, event coordination, outreach calls, and data management.
Institutional Analysis and Effectiveness Student Aide -- Fall 2026 University of Mary WashingtonInstitutional Analysis and Effectiveness Student Aide -- Fall 2026Fredericksburg, VirginiaTo be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly Certificate of Disability or COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Assist in extracting, compiling, and coding data, formatting and analyzing surveys, creating tables, and perform clerical tasks as needed.
Research Scientist, Department of Surgery Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Scientist, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VAThe successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research in vascular biology, with an emphasis on epigenetic mechanisms underlying vascular wall remodeling and disease, lead and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed publications, participate in grant applications, and supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements for laboratory research. Demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including CRISPR-based epigenetic and genome editing, CUT&Tag, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, ChIP, proximity ligation, and microscopy.
Research Scientist in Biomedical Engineering Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Scientist in Biomedical EngineeringCharlottesville, VA$70,000–$85,000 / yearThe available postdoctoral position will involve collaborative efforts between the Scott lab and leading pharmaceutical corporations as well as multiple academic collaborators investigating a broad range of disease models. The objective of the project is to develop and optimize nanocarrier formulations for targeted modulation of specific immune cell subsets via controlled delivery of diverse, and often novel, therapeutic molecules.
Research Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Assistant Professor, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VAPhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in biological sciences, demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including epigenetic and genome editing, proximity ligation, CUT&Tag, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics and data analysis, and confocal microcopy, demonstrated experiences in vascular biology, epigenetic regulations, retinal degeneration, membrane proteins, and application of nanomedicine, demonstrated skills in animal models of neointimal hyperplasia and atherosclerosis, and experiences in managing a sizable lab while working independently and collaboratively. The successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research in vascular biology, with an emphasis on molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular disease, lead and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed publications, grant applications, and progress reports, supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements for laboratory research such as updating animal and biosafety protocols.
Laboratory Research Professional, Department of Chemistry Commonwealth of VirginiaLaboratory Research Professional, Department of ChemistryCharlottesville, VAMaintenance of laboratory equipment including analytical instrumentation (GC/MS, LC/MS, FTIR, NMR, Microwave reactor, Plate Readers, UV/ Vis spectrometers, Glovebox), balances, pH meters, ovens and centrifuges. The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia seeks a Laboratory Research Professional (J1885) to provide support for undergraduate laboratory courses conducted in the evenings.
NewAssistant Professor of Research Commonwealth of VirginiaAssistant Professor of ResearchCharlottesville, VAResponsibilities include: Lead lab efforts in histology and quantitative imaging, rodent models, hypothesis-driven designs, data synthesis, statistical analyses, and/or more relevant lab activities. Candidates include PhDs with expertise in Cerebrovascular diseases and Brain Injury, such as stroke, aneurysm and vascular malformations, intracerebral hemorrhage and traumatic brain injury.
Research Associate in Materials Science and Engineering Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Associate in Materials Science and EngineeringCharlottesville, VAThe Ke Research Group in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia is seeking applicants for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in computational materials science and theoretical condensed matter physics, with a focus on strongly correlated materials, especially rare-earth systems. Research experience in electronic-structure theory or computational condensed matter physics, demonstrated by first-author publications.
Research Assistant Professor Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Assistant ProfessorCharlottesville, VARemoteD. research experience in related fields Track record that demonstrates the ability to work well with an interdisciplinary research team Excellent publication records Experience in large-scale earth observation analytics Experience in integrating multi-source remote sensing data with process-based or data-driven models to characterize agricultural and ecological systems Experience in applying advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) methods in agriculture Knowledge of Agro-AIML and digital twin Experience in programming with multiple languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python) for geospatial information systems, agro-informatic applications, agricultural monitoring, and modeling. D. research experience in related field at the time of appointment Research experience in agricultural remote sensing, crop and pasture modeling, or agricultural environment monitoring and prediction Knowledge of remote sensing, geospatial information systems, crop modeling, and prediction Knowledge of relevant programming skills.
NewUndergraduate Research Program Manager, Office of Citizen Scholar Development University of VirginiaUndergraduate Research Program Manager, Office of Citizen Scholar DevelopmentCharlottesville, VA$68,000–$78,000 / yearThe primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be: Administration: Manage the Undergraduate Student Opportunities in Academic Research (USOAR) Program and the several research funding opportunities offered by the office; organize and help execute the annual UVA Undergraduate Research Symposium in the spring and the UVA Research Showcase in the fall; manage the unit's internal application management system; coordinate the use of the undergraduate research opportunities portal (new in the fall); maintain and update web materials; maintain, clean, and analyze program data for reporting and program improvements. Outreach & Advising: Facilitate workshops, programs, and talks to promote understanding of undergraduate research and equip interested students to participate; collaborate with staff to prepare written communications to increase student and faculty awareness of opportunities; advise students in discerning fit and pursuing opportunities; host drop-in hours.
Postdoctoral Research Associate University of VirginiaPostdoctoral Research AssociateCharlottesville, VAEmployment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period. A core aim of this project will be to develop interpretable machine learning approaches to understand how RNA binding proteins (RBPs) regulate observed splicing changes and to test putative mechanisms experimentally.
Research Associate in Civil and Environmental Engineering University of VirginiaResearch Associate in Civil and Environmental EngineeringCharlottesville, VABeyond these efforts, the Postdoc will pursue new research directions including advancing surrogate modeling approaches to accelerate flood simulations, investigating the intersection of flood dynamics, transportation network disruption, and cascading community impacts, and developing sensor-integrated frameworks for near real-time flood monitoring and early warning. The Postdoc will join Dr. Majid Shafiee Jood's research group in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Virginia and lead and contribute to projects spanning hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, flood risk assessment under current and future scenarios, and the analysis of critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
Senior Research Scientist, Cai Lab, Department of Surgery University of VirginiaSenior Research Scientist, Cai Lab, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VA$64,000–$87,630 / yearThe successful candidate will contribute independently to ongoing research across three domains: Research: Design and execute experiments in molecular/cellular biology, small animal cardiovascular models, and in vivo cancer studies. Core duties include performing murine myocardial infarction surgeries (LAD ligation or ischemia-reperfusion), conducting and interpreting echocardiographic imaging, and carrying out orthotopic transplantation of cancer cells.
Research Scientist University of VirginiaResearch ScientistCharlottesville, VAThe successful candidate will be a strong, versatile experimentalist and analyst who can design and run genetic perturbation screens, drive molecular biology and cell-based work, and generate and interpret omics data, particularly long-read RNA sequencing and mass spectrometry-based proteomics, alongside single-cell sequencing. A strong plus: knowledge of alternative splicing and genetics, and a background or active interest in isoform biology, proteogenomics, or protein/proteoform-level biology - including any experience with mass spectrometry-based proteomics, long-read RNA sequencing (PacBio Iso-Seq/Kinnex, Oxford Nanopore), or top-down proteomics.
NewResearch Scientist Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics, Yang Lab University of VirginiaResearch Scientist Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics, Yang LabCharlottesville, VA$63,000–$70,000 / yearThe Yang Laboratory is dedicated to understanding the molecular mechanisms governing cellular stress responses, with a particular focus on mitochondrial stress, endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, the unfolded protein response (UPR), and the integrated stress response (ISR). The laboratory is housed within the University of Virginia School of Medicine and benefits from outstanding research infrastructure, including world-class cryo-EM facilities, collaborative interdisciplinary research programs, and a vibrant scientific community.
Research Associate in Chemistry University of VirginiaResearch Associate in ChemistryCharlottesville, VA$63,500–$64,400 / yearThe Personick Group has developed an integrated electrochemical approach to nanomaterials synthesis that combines real-time, in situ electrochemical measurements with electrochemically-driven nanoparticle growth (electrodeposition). The postdoc will work on projects involving the use of electrochemistry to (1) design new syntheses for shape- and composition-controlled metal nanoparticles and (2) probe nanoparticle growth mechanisms.
Postdoctoral Research Associate, Cai Lab, Department of Surgery University of VirginiaPostdoctoral Research Associate, Cai Lab, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VA$63,480–$65,000 / yearThis position is ideal for a highly motivated early-career scientist eager to develop an independent research trajectory within a well-funded, collaborative program at the intersection of cardiovascular biology, muscle physiology, pulmonary pathophysiology, and surgical oncology. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.
Research Associate in Biology University of VirginiaResearch Associate in BiologyCharlottesville, VASpecifically, the postdoctoral research associate will collect kinematic, kinetic, and electromyographic data to compare patterns of bone loading in fish fins during walking-like behaviors and then apply similar loads to dissected bones on a universal testing machine to quantify their mechanical properties (e.g., stiffness). Candidates with a genuine passion for mentoring and interest in mentoring undergraduates through the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at Mountain Lake Biological Station ( https://mlbs.virginia.edu/reuprogram ), are particularly encouraged to apply.
Research Scientist in Materials Science and Engineering University of VirginiaResearch Scientist in Materials Science and EngineeringCharlottesville, VAThe Center for Electrochemical Science and Engineering in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Virginia seeks a Research Scientist (RS) to facilitate and advance sponsored research programs in two or three key topic areas, as well as other high‑priority scientific research areas. They must also demonstrate good written and oral English language skills to interact with various sponsors, attention to detail, good record keeping, strong analytical skills, and previous experience mentoring junior researchers (undergraduate and graduate students).
Lab and Research Technician 2, Pharmacology University of VirginiaLab and Research Technician 2, PharmacologyCharlottesville, VAThe Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia seeks a Lab and Research Technician 2 to assist investigators in the Bayliss Lab with experiments designed to investigate the role of transcription factors in function of brainstem respiratory and autonomic neurons. Experimental techniques may include PCR, RNA/DNA preparation and manipulation, cell culture, immunohistochemistry and in situ hybridization, plethysmography, and blood chemistry analyses.
Research Assistant Professor George Mason UniversityResearch Assistant ProfessorPrince William County, VAPreferred Qualifications: Demonstrated track record of authoring high-impact research publications as first or corresponding author; Clinical research experience; Demonstrated track record of successfully achieved issued patents and participating in licensing negotiations; Extensive experience in cancer research: cancer immunotherapy, solid tumors, tumor microenvironment, cell-cell communication, physiological principles of mitochondrial function and disease, extracellular vesicles biology, and lymphatic/lymph node biology; Animal model experience; Documented experience in successful attainment of research grant funding as a PI; Experience with academic technology transfer and STEM instruction; and. A primary area of emphasis of our research is in cancer, but new technologies developed in the Center are being applied to a number of important human diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity, as well as liver, ocular, neurodegenerative and infectious diseases.
Research Scientist, Department of Surgery University of VirginiaResearch Scientist, Department of SurgeryCharlottesville, VAThe successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research in vascular biology, with an emphasis on epigenetic mechanisms underlying vascular wall remodeling and disease, lead and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed publications, participate in grant applications, and supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements for laboratory research. Demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including CRISPR-based epigenetic and genome editing, CUT&Tag, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, ChIP, proximity ligation, and microscopy.
NewResearch Laboratory Specialist, Biology University of VirginiaResearch Laboratory Specialist, BiologyCharlottesville, VA$47,000–$49,000 / yearThey will have demonstrated skills in basic molecular biology and cell culture techniques, including the ability to carry out gene cloning, gene transformation, and gene expression analysis using PCR, qRT-PCR, immunoblot analysis, and RNA seq. The Department of Biology at the University of Virginia (UVA) seeks applications for a Research Laboratory Specialist to work in the laboratory of Dr. Michael Timko.
Research Scientist in Biomedical Engineering University of VirginiaResearch Scientist in Biomedical EngineeringCharlottesville, VA$70,000–$85,000 / yearThe available postdoctoral position will involve collaborative efforts between the Scott lab and leading pharmaceutical corporations as well as multiple academic collaborators investigating a broad range of disease models. The objective of the project is to develop and optimize nanocarrier formulations for targeted modulation of specific immune cell subsets via controlled delivery of diverse, and often novel, therapeutic molecules.