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Work type:Research Faculty
Senior management: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department: Vet Med Research & Graduate Studies
Location:Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories:Research / Scientific, Veterinary Medicine
Job Description
The Department of Research and Graduate Studies of the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine restricted Research Assistant Professor faculty position available, focusing on large animal disease investigations. This position will work primarily from the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) in Blacksburg, with occasional travel to one or more of the VDACS regional animal health laboratories (RAHLs) and farm travel for herd evaluation and sample collection. The primary job responsibility will be to provide disease investigation for the AAVLD accredited Virginia Tech Animal Laboratory Services (ViTALS) and VDACS. ViTALS, RAHLs, and VDACS diagnostic laboratories’ combined clients include the CVM Veterinary Teaching Hospital, livestock and poultry producers, and veterinary clinics in the state of Virginia and surrounding states. The candidate will be joining a progressive department and college that have a strong microbiology-oriented faculty. We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a strong record of accomplishments in microbiology that will complement the expertise of our existing robust microbiology program. The successful candidate will also contribute to the scholarship effort of the department. Evidence of research experience in the following areas is especially encouraged: toxicology, infectious diseases, diagnostic testing, and vaccine development.
Required Qualifications
-DVM or equivalent and Ph.D. in Microbiology, epidemiology, toxicology, or related field;
-Must possess laboratory skills
-Excellent interpersonal, Creativity, independence, and high motivation and good communication skills.
-Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
-Capable of working a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior research experience in the following areas: epidemiology, toxicology, infectious diseases,
diagnostic testing, and vaccine development.
- Experience in developing publications or experience preparing materials for proposal submissions
Appointment Type
Restricted
Salary Information
Commensurate with experience
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut 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 an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. 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 . 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 . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
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