NewSupervisor, Clinical Research Blue Ridge Cancer CareSupervisor, Clinical ResearchRoanoke, Virginia$67,458.15–$103,781.77 / yearCollaborates with site research leader (SRL), upper management, and staff in the implementation of action plans designed to improve practice research operations and quality assurance functions. Knowledge of medical terminology, nursing assessment, clinical medicine, diagnostic tests, radiology, pathology, pharmacology, hematology, oncology as it relates to clinical trials.
Research Accountant Virginia TechResearch AccountantBlacksburg, VirginiaJob duties include: assigning salaried personnel to sponsored research funding; tracking research converted appointments; managing summer research funding for Principal Investigators; projecting expenditures and rebudgeting projects as needed; preparing journal entries and personnel changes for sponsored projects; preparing financial reports for cost sharing and other sponsored research obligations; completing project transfers, no-cost time extensions, and letters of guarantee; overdraft monitoring and correction; and cost share tracking and documentation. 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 .
Research Technician Virginia TechResearch TechnicianBlacksburg, VirginiaThe candidate will participate in field and laboratory work to include the following: conduct mussel propagation and culture; maintain algae for feeding mussels; maintain fish hosts in captivity; conduct routine plumbing to repair leaks; assist with conducting research on culture methods and monitoring for freshwater mussels; collect fish via electroshocking; collect mussels from various rivers in Virginia and Tennessee; operate and maintain field and lab equipment to monitor water quality; assist with field work to monitor mussels; assist with administering projects and preparation of required reports. Qualified applicants should possess a willingness to learn mussel and fish identification in the Upper Tennessee and Upper Ohio River Basins, have experience and/or training for the captive care of stream fish or mussels, and/or experience working in streams or other aquatic environments.
Research Development Specialist Virginia TechResearch Development SpecialistBlacksburg, VirginiaThe research development specialist will facilitate and elevate the efforts of prioritized interdisciplinary research teams and perform program management duties that include the planning, implementation, and management of select Destination Areas (DA) and Research Frontiers initiatives, with a focus on those supported by the Fralin Life Sciences Institute (FLSI) and the Institute for Culture, Society, and the Environment (ISCE), both of which are investment institutes in the Office of Research and Innovation (ORI). This role also entails serving as a liaison between PI/leadership teams, FLSI and ISCE leadership, the Provost’s Office, the Office of Strategic Research Alliances in ORI, and the Office of Sponsored Programs in the ORI, as well as other units in senior management areas closely involved in DA project and Research Frontiers initiative implementation.
Research Assistant Virginia TechResearch AssistantRoanoke, VirginiaThe 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 centers . 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 .
Clinical Research Assistant Virginia TechClinical Research AssistantRoanoke, VirginiaThe 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 . Under general supervision of the Principal Investigator, assists with administrative activities associated with the conduct of research studies including industry sponsored, grant funded, or internally funded studies while maintaining compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies and institutional policy.
Research Scientist Virginia TechResearch ScientistRoanoke, VirginiaThe 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 centers . 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 Associate - Transportation Packaging and Distribution Systems Research Virginia TechPostdoctoral Associate - Transportation Packaging and Distribution Systems ResearchBlacksburg, VirginiaThrough collaborative partnerships with industry and government agencies, we conduct cutting-edge research in transport packaging performance, unit load design, cold chain logistics, and sustainable packaging systems, addressing critical challenges in product protection, supply chain optimization, and distribution system efficiency. Current research initiatives include developing advanced vibration analysis methodologies for wooden packaging systems, predictive modeling for packaging performance, and optimization of packaging designs for high-value product distribution.
Research Engineer, Helmet Lab Virginia TechResearch Engineer, Helmet LabBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 .
Senior Research Financial Analyst Virginia TechSenior Research Financial AnalystRoanoke, VirginiaAssist in award setup, compliance monitoring, reporting and closeout of sponsored research, outreach, and training projects which will include interacting with faculty, staff, and students in contract negotiation and award setup, reading and dissection of sponsor solicitations and requirements, effectively communicating award and reporting requirements to faculty and other award team members, compliance monitoring, reviewing transaction and project level spending, developing and maintain spending models, working with sponsoring agencies as needed and working with the university Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) to meet all university and sponsor award requirements. 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 .
Research Associate Virginia TechResearch AssociateRoanoke, VirginiaThe Mishra Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC in Roanoke, VA, is seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to support AHA-funded research programs focused on heart failure, cardiac remodeling, and cardiometabolic disease and perform Small-Animal Cardiovascular Surgery. 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 .
Research Associate - ECE Virginia TechResearch Associate - ECEBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 .
Postdoctoral Associate/Research Scientist - Physics Virginia TechPostdoctoral Associate/Research Scientist - PhysicsBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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. 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 .
Postdoctoral Associate/Senior Research Associate Virginia TechPostdoctoral Associate/Senior Research AssociateBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 (Ni Lab) Virginia TechResearch Scientist (Ni Lab)Blacksburg, Virginia$65,000–$75,000 / yearThe 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 .
NewResearch Center Coordinator Virginia TechResearch Center CoordinatorRoanoke, VirginiaThe incumbent will maintain a working knowledge of stakeholders, collaborators, and research objectives in order to schedule and organize meetings, prepare regulatory submissions to be submitted to internal and/or commercial IRBs and federal agencies, assist in purchasing and reimbursement requests, and generate travel and meeting itineraries for members of the team and guests. • Familiarity with policy and procedures related to general financial administration (for the purpose of travel processes, purchasing and reimbursements), • Familiarity with budget justifications, data storage and public access submissions, and other documents related federal and private grants.
Research Financial Analyst II Virginia TechResearch Financial Analyst IIRoanoke, VirginiaThe position is expected to serve as a specialist and exercise sound judgment in identifying financial and administrative actions required to maintain compliant award management, while escalating highly complex, high-risk, or non-routine issues to the Associate Director of Post Award Management. The Research Financial Analyst II works directly with principal investigators, research personnel, finance staff, and institutional partners to support responsible stewardship of sponsored funds and ensure awards are administered in accordance with sponsor regulations, university policy, and institutional procedures.
Research Specialist Virginia TechResearch SpecialistBlacksburg, VirginiaThe successful candidate will need to work well with pest management professionals, the public, public housing administrators and residents and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Travel within the state of Virginia is required (often overnight); Must have a valid driver’s license, and a good driving record; Some manual labor and lifting will be required; must be willing to work in cockroach and bed bug infested dwellings; Must have or be able to obtain a Category 10 pesticide applicator license within the first 6 months of employment. 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 .
Associate Director of Major Gifts - Health Sciences and Technology and Fralin Biomedical Research Institute Virginia TechAssociate Director of Major Gifts - Health Sciences and Technology and Fralin Biomedical Research InstituteRoanoke, VirginiaThe Associate Director of Major Gifts, Health Sciences and Technology (HST), and Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC (FBRI, located in Roanoke, VA) will solicit philanthropic gifts from alumni, families, friends, and supporters that align with the Institute’s fundraising goals and overall university health sciences strategic priorities. This position is key to the presidential university initiative to deliver innovative solutions that address health challenges affecting millions through advanced research and development programs across VT’s Blacksburg, Roanoke, and greater Washington, D.C. metro area facilities, including the Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus in Washington, DC.
Clinical Research Associate Virginia TechClinical Research AssociateRoanoke, VirginiaThe 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 Program Manager Virginia TechResearch Program ManagerBlacksburg, VirginiaPrimary essential duties will include (1) analysis of data and advancement of research questions, including contributing to publications (40%), (2) outreach to lab partners and reporting agencies including assistance with reports, permitting, and project management (20%), (3) assistance with general lab management including purchasing and safety of the physical lab space (20%), (4) sample analysis including DNA extraction and qPCR (training provided) (20%). The Langwig and Hoyt labs at Virginia Tech focus on disease ecology and evolution, and work spans across multiple host-pathogen systems including white-nose syndrome in bats, snake fungal disease, and viruses of wildlife.
NWPCA Research Fellow Virginia TechNWPCA Research FellowBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 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 .
Part-Time Research Assistant Virginia TechPart-Time Research AssistantRoanoke, VirginiaPosition Summary: We seek a part-time research assistant to support our mouse work at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) in Washington, D.C. The role requires hands-on expertise in mouse colony management, PCR genotyping, strong organizational skills, careful record keeping, and comfort working in a fast-paced research environment. 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 .
Postdoctoral Associate – AI Tools for Research Administration and Development Virginia TechPostdoctoral Associate – AI Tools for Research Administration and DevelopmentBlacksburg, VirginiaThe successful applicant will work closely with ORI Information Technology (IT), Electronic Research Administration (ERA), and Data & Analytics teams to develop and share best practices, understand available data and security challenges, build sustainable solutions, and provide expert perspective on using AI. Examples of opportunities that may emerge include reducing administrative load, improving faculty pre- and post-award service, strengthening compliance support, generating better research intelligence, and creating a scalable model for responsible AI use in research administration.
Laboratory and Research Specialist II Virginia TechLaboratory and Research Specialist IIBlacksburg, VirginiaResponsibilities include, but are not limited to, designing, deploying and maintaining instruments and networks devoted to environmental sensing (e.g., soil moisture, stream flow/chemistry, greenhouse gas emissions, sap flux, GPS-and/or RFID-based tracking); implementing cutting-edge environmental sensors and methods; assisting with data processing and analysis; implementing database management practices; recognizing and prioritizing research needs; working cooperatively with other team members; and assisting others with proper means and methods for accurately and safely meeting research tasks and objectives. and perform strenuous work under adverse environmental conditions; Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with others; Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to manage detailed and complex tasks with good results; Experience with environmental sensors and equipment; Proven excellence in outreach, verbal and written skills; Virginia Driver's License required with clear driving record.
UAS Test Site Research Operator Virginia TechUAS Test Site Research OperatorBlacksburg, VirginiaThis position will be expected to lift, carry, move, load/unload equipment and field supplies of up to 25 pounds; possess a safe driving record to drive a government vehicle, ability to work outside in environmental conditions for up to 10 hours, as well as the ability to walk minimum 2 miles and traverse uneven terrain. Additional duties that may be assigned to the incumbent (depending upon qualifications) include: • Operates in various UAS crewmember roles including Pilot in Command (PIC), Visual Observer (VO), and Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) in the execution of field studies as dictated by the experiment.
Research Assistant DetailsResearch AssistantRoanoke, VirginiaThe Research Assistant will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day functioning of all research activities in the lab for this project and assisting the Project Coordinator and Lead RA in overseeing the execution of each study component including data collection (MRI, EEG, Bio samples, Biosensors, Questionnaires, and Behavioral Observations), processing, quality control, training, and operations. The Maternal Influence on Neurodevelopment (MIND) Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC in Roanoke, VA, directed by Dr. Brittany Howell, aims to understand the biological pathways (e.g., specific breast milk components, the infant gut microbiome, etc.) through which mothers affect their infant’s brain and behavioral development.
Research Scientist DetailsResearch ScientistBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 .
Research Associate DetailsResearch AssociateBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 . At the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI), a world-leading research enterprise, we are working with government agencies, transportation and safety organizations, vehicle manufacturers and their suppliers, and others to overcome these challenges and improve transportation safety and performance on the world’s roads.
Part-Time Research Assistant- Shin Lab DetailsPart-Time Research Assistant- Shin LabRoanoke, VirginiaThe 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 . 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 DetailsPostdoctoral Research AssociateBlacksburg, VirginiaThe 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 . 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 .
LVT Clinical Trials Research Coordinator DetailsLVT Clinical Trials Research CoordinatorBlacksburg, VirginiaThey will Identify healthy control subjects and internal cases; schedule research appointments and rechecks; study data entry; handle research related patient care activities including data and sample acquisition, assistance with anesthesiology and special diagnostic procedures; assist with drafting IACUC applications; prep materials for research procedures, including supplies/kits for off site sample acquisition; case recruitment and marketing (attending VVMA to promote research studies, set up table for CVM Open House, communicate with primary care veterinarians about research studies); liaise with owners and referring DVMs; manage study approval process through hospital board; assist faculty with their general clinical trial needs: logistics and data management; general administrative support to include backup for ordering research supplies and assisting department needs during high volume times. Computer skills such as experience using word processing software, spreadsheets, email and internet; excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team environment, and ability to maintain confidentiality; must be detail oriented and have excellent organizational and time management skills, personal initiative, flexibility, and have a proactive attitude.
Part Time Research Assistant DetailsPart Time Research AssistantRoanoke, VirginiaWe accomplish this by collecting several concurrent measures, such as biological samples (i.e., human milk, placenta, infant stool, etc.), measures of infant structural and functional brain development using MRI collected during natural sleep, and behavioral measures including parent-report and direct assessment in the lab. The Maternal Influence on Neurodevelopment (MIND) Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC in Roanoke, VA, directed by Dr. Brittany Howell, aims to understand the biological pathways through which mothers affect their infant’s brain and behavioral development.
Senior Research Veterinarian DetailsSenior Research VeterinarianBlacksburg, VirginiaProviding oversight, guidance, and direction of the humane care and use of animals used in research and teaching activities in non-ACRD managed facilities or program included but not limited to the College of Veterinary Medicine (VMCVM), the College of Agriculture, Agriculture Research and Extension Centers (ARECs), and investigator managed areas across a variety of disciplines. 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 .
Senior Research Financial Analyst DetailsSenior Research Financial AnalystRoanoke, VirginiaThe successful candidate will assist in award setup, compliance monitoring, reporting and closeout of sponsored research, outreach, and training projects which will include interacting with faculty, staff, and students in contract negotiation and award setup, reading and dissection of sponsor solicitations and requirements, effectively communicating award and reporting requirements to faculty and other award team members, compliance monitoring, reviewing transaction and project level spending, developing and maintain spending models, working with sponsoring agencies as needed and working with the university Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) to meet all university and sponsor award requirements. 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 .
Research Accounting Manager DetailsResearch Accounting ManagerBlacksburg, VirginiaThis role provides leadership for research administration and is responsible for all sponsored award activities, to include coordination of expenditure compliance and spending rates; salary planning; close-outs; financial reporting; project transfers; letters of guarantee; overdraft monitoring; and research faculty appointments. 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 .
Part-Time Research Assistant Commonwealth of VirginiaPart-Time Research AssistantRoanoke, VAPosition Summary: We seek a part-time research assistant to support our mouse work at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI) in Washington, D.C. The role requires hands-on expertise in mouse colony management, PCR genotyping, strong organizational skills, careful record keeping, and comfort working in a fast-paced research environment. 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.
Research Technician Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch TechnicianBlacksburg, VA$20–$25 / hourThe candidate will participate in field and laboratory work to include the following: conduct mussel propagation and culture; maintain algae for feeding mussels; maintain fish hosts in captivity; conduct routine plumbing to repair leaks; assist with conducting research on culture methods and monitoring for freshwater mussels; collect fish via electroshocking; collect mussels from various rivers in Virginia and Tennessee; operate and maintain field and lab equipment to monitor water quality; assist with field work to monitor mussels; assist with administering projects and preparation of required reports. Qualified applicants should possess a willingness to learn mussel and fish identification in the Upper Tennessee and Upper Ohio River Basins, have experience and/or training for the captive care of stream fish or mussels, and/or experience working in streams or other aquatic environments.
Research Program Manager Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Program ManagerBlacksburg, VAPrimary essential duties will include (1) analysis of data and advancement of research questions, including contributing to publications (40%), (2) outreach to lab partners and reporting agencies including assistance with reports, permitting, and project management (20%), (3) assistance with general lab management including purchasing and safety of the physical lab space (20%), (4) sample analysis including DNA extraction and qPCR (training provided) (20%). The Langwig and Hoyt labs at Virginia Tech focus on disease ecology and evolution, and work spans across multiple host-pathogen systems including white-nose syndrome in bats, snake fungal disease, and viruses of wildlife.
Senior Research Financial Analyst Commonwealth of VirginiaSenior Research Financial AnalystRoanoke, VAUnder the direction of the Director of Sponsored Research, the Senior Research Financial Analyst will be responsible for the implementation and execution of various post-award and financial monitoring activities in support of FBRIs sponsored program operations. 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.
NewResearch Associate Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch AssociateBlacksburg, 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.
Clinical Research Associate Commonwealth of VirginiaClinical Research AssociateRoanoke, 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.
Postdoctoral Associate - AI Tools for Research Administration and Development Commonwealth of VirginiaPostdoctoral Associate - AI Tools for Research Administration and DevelopmentBlacksburg, VAThe successful applicant will work closely with ORI Information Technology (IT), Electronic Research Administration (ERA), and Data & Analytics teams to develop and share best practices, understand available data and security challenges, build sustainable solutions, and provide expert perspective on using AI. Examples of opportunities that may emerge include reducing administrative load, improving faculty pre- and post-award service, strengthening compliance support, generating better research intelligence, and creating a scalable model for responsible AI use in research administration.
Clinical Research Assistant Commonwealth of VirginiaClinical Research AssistantRoanoke, 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. Under general supervision of the Principal Investigator, assists with administrative activities associated with the conduct of research studies including industry sponsored, grant funded, or internally funded studies while maintaining compliance with guidelines set by governing agencies and institutional policy.
Research Specialist Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch SpecialistBlacksburg, VAThe successful candidate will need to work well with pest management professionals, the public, public housing administrators and residents and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Travel within the state of Virginia is required (often overnight); Must have a valid driver's license, and a good driving record; Some manual labor and lifting will be required; must be willing to work in cockroach and bed bug infested dwellings; Must have or be able to obtain a Category 10 pesticide applicator license within the first 6 months of employment. 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.
Research COI Coordinator Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch COI CoordinatorBlacksburg, VA$60,000–$72,000 / yearThis position requires the ability to follow instructions, precisely document actions, and work independently; a strong focus on customer service, problem solving, and creativity in developing tools and solutions; working in an organized manner under tight deadlines; and effective interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills. 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.
Research Accountant Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch AccountantBlacksburg, VA$60,000–$70,000 / yearJob duties include: assigning salaried personnel to sponsored research funding; tracking research converted appointments; managing summer research funding for Principal Investigators; projecting expenditures and rebudgeting projects as needed; preparing journal entries and personnel changes for sponsored projects; preparing financial reports for cost sharing and other sponsored research obligations; completing project transfers, no-cost time extensions, and letters of guarantee; overdraft monitoring and correction; and cost share tracking and documentation. 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.
UAS Test Site Research Operator Commonwealth of VirginiaUAS Test Site Research OperatorBlacksburg, VAThis position will be expected to lift, carry, move, load/unload equipment and field supplies of up to 25 pounds; possess a safe driving record to drive a government vehicle, ability to work outside in environmental conditions for up to 10 hours, as well as the ability to walk minimum 2 miles and traverse uneven terrain. Additional duties that may be assigned to the incumbent (depending upon qualifications) include: Operates in various UAS crewmember roles including Pilot in Command (PIC), Visual Observer (VO), and Aviation Safety Officer (ASO) in the execution of field studies as dictated by the experiment.
Research Development Specialist Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch Development SpecialistBlacksburg, VA$95,000–$117,000 / yearThe research development specialist will facilitate and elevate the efforts of prioritized interdisciplinary research teams and perform program management duties that include the planning, implementation, and management of select Destination Areas (DA) and Research Frontiers initiatives, with a focus on those supported by the Fralin Life Sciences Institute (FLSI) and the Institute for Culture, Society, and the Environment (ISCE), both of which are investment institutes in the Off of Research and Innovation (ORI). This role also entails serving as a liaison between PI/leadership teams, FLSI and ISCE leadership, the Provost's Office, the Office of Strategic Research Alliances in ORI, and the Office of Sponsored Programs in the ORI, as well as other units in senior management areas closely involved in DA project and Research Frontiers initiative implementation.
Research Assistant Commonwealth of VirginiaResearch AssistantRoanoke, 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.