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Job Description
Job Description
A full-time research scientist is sought for the lab of Dr. Jenny Munson at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech. The Munson lab is an interdisciplinary research group of engineers and biologists that study the impact of fluid flow in glioblastoma. Specifically the project will involve the oversight and creative development of a translational study examining the glioblastoma microenvironment. This translational study will utilize patient tissues in established pre-clinical in vitro model systems and histological tissue analyses to generate data for correlation with patient clinical data. The positions responsibilities will include:
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including biomedical engineering cancer biology and clinical research partners.
Design plan and execute experiments to investigate cancer-related research questions.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
Analyze and interpret experimental data and contribute to the development of research publications.
Present research findings at conferences and communicate results effectively to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
Contribute to the development and optimization of laboratory protocols and techniques.
Mentor and train junior team members including students and technicians.
Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in cancer biology biomedical engineering or a related discipline.
Background in cancer research and a track record of scientific presentations and publications.
Proficiency in a range of laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team and lead research projects.
Strong communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with grant writing and securing research funding.
Prior experience in translational research or industry collaborations.
Demonstrated ability to develop tools and solve problems.
Demonstrated commitment to mentorship and development of junior scientists.
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40
Review Date
9/5/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its mottoUt 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 aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors 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 numerousExtension officesandresearch centers.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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Employment Type
Full Time
