Job Description:
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 fbri.vt.edu/dc. Faculty at the DC campus have particular interest in precision oncology, cancer genomics, immunotherapy, neuro-oncology, and hematological malignancies. Applicants should have an earned doctorate (PhD, MD, and/or DVM), postdoctoral research experience, at least five years as faculty or equivalent, a record of accomplishment and research productivity through high-quality publications, with sustained and current extramural funding. 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.
Required Qualifications:
Applicants should have an earned doctorate (PhD, MD, and/or DVM), postdoctoral research experience, at least five years as faculty or equivalent, a record of accomplishment and research productivity through high-quality publications, with sustained and current extramural funding. The successful candidate will primarily be expected to maintain a high-quality, extramurally-funded cancer research program.
Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type Regular
Salary Information Commensurate with Experience
Hours per week 40+
Review Date 10/16/2026, but will remain open until filled.
Additional Information:
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
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