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In the Munson Lab, we study the tumor microenvironment in cancers, including glioblastoma, the deadliest form of brain cancer. Our research focuses on the emerging research area of fluid flow. Cancer’s invasion of the brain follows distinctive routes that correlate with interstitial and bulk flow pathways. In brain cancer, fluid flow increases between cells within the tissue, specifically across the invasive edge of the tumor where cells are prone to both interact with the surrounding brain tissue and to evade localized, transport-limited therapies.

A part time research coordinator is sought for the lab of Dr. Jenny Munson at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech Carilion. The Munson lab is an interdisciplinary research group of engineers and biologists that study the impact of fluid flow in various pathologic conditions including brain and breast cancer and Alzheimer’s Disease. We use a range of tools and techniques to model biological processes. We work with collaborators all over the world and clinicians that have direct impact on patient treatment. In addition to our research, we are actively engaged with the surrounding community through outreach programs. We seek a qualified candidate with experience in outreach, community engagement, and program building to further develop, organize, and implement our outreach activities, mentorship programs, and training activities to promote an inclusive environment.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to work with colleagues in a diverse and engaging environment
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office - Word, Powerpoint, Excel, website building)
• Experience teaching or communicating with non-scientific community
• Demonstrated effective organizational and time management skills
• Computational experimentation skills
• Demonstrated organizational skills or experience with data management.
• Desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple duties.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organizational skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively and collegially with colleagues.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

• Coursework or degree in biomedical engineering, biology, or related field, and/or the equivalent level of training and lab experience.
• Experience with basic laboratory skills
• Technical writing skills
• Experience with ordering and inventory management
• Familiarity with reading of scientific writing

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Restricted

Commensurate with experience

May 20, 2024

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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