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Assistant Professor, Urban Analytics Arlington, Virginia
Virginia Tech’s Urban & Environmental Policy & Planning (UEPP) program in the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor at our Virginia Tech Research Center in Arlington, Virginia.
Department Head - Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) Blacksburg, Virginia
Lead a Top-Ranked Civil & Environmental Engineering Department at Virginia Tech The Charles E. Via, Jr. Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Virginia Tech invites applications for the position of Department Head. We seek a visionary and collaborative leader to guide one of the nation’s top ten CEE programs, fostering excellence in research, education, and innovation across a broad range of disciplines. With more than 60 faculty members, robust research activity exceeding $15M annually, and world-class facilities in Blacksburg and the Washington, D.C. area, CEE at Virginia Tech offers a dynamic environment for advancing impactful research and educating the next generation of engineers. Join a department known for its interdisciplinary collaboration, commitment to societal challenges, and supportive culture—located in the beautiful New River Valley, one of the best places to live and work in the U.S.
Department Head/Professor CY - Food Science & Technology Blacksburg, Virginia
The Virginia Tech Department of Food Science and Technology (FST) seeks an accomplished, energetic and visionary leader for the position of Department Head
Research Scientist Washington, DC
The Sahoo Lab in Washington, DC, is seeking a Research Scientist to help develop and lead our research program focused on the genetic and functional mechanisms driving bone marrow failure, clonal hematopoiesis, and progression to MDS/AML.
Embedded Counselor-Residential Well-being Program Blacksburg, Virginia
We’re currently searching for a Mental Health Professional to join our counseling team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. The Residential Well-being (RWB) model at Virginia Tech is an innovative, wrap-around approach to inclusion, belonging, and mental health support in the campus environment.
Human Factors Transportation Researcher Blacksburg, Virginia
The Division of Freight, Transit & Heavy Vehicle Safety, a research-focused group within VTTI, seeks qualified ambitious engineering, human factors or traffic safety professionals with a strong background in psychology, safety, or vehicle technology.
Assistant Vice President for Gift Planning Blacksburg, Virginia
The AVP for Gift Planning is a high-impact leadership role at a top university, guiding a program that drives 25% of annual fundraising and has seen remarkable growth -doubling, then tripling over the past 6 to 8 years.
Postdoctoral Associate Blacksburg, Virginia
The Nuclear Materials and Fuel Cycle Center (NMFC) at Virginia Tech seeks a highly motivated Postdoctoral Associate to lead and support projects on corrosion and materials performance in advanced nuclear reactor environments. Under the mentorship of the Center Director/PI, the postdoc will develop and apply novel experimental methods, advanced characterization techniques, and predictive modeling approaches to understand corrosion mechanisms and coolant/fuel chemistry in extreme conditions. The successful candidate will oversee corrosion-focused projects sponsored by industry and/or the U.S. Department of Energy, collaborate with external partners, and mentor graduate and undergraduate students. This role is designed to provide professional growth toward an independent research career, with opportunities to publish, contribute to proposals, and gain experience in laboratory and project management. For more information, please visit: https://nmfc.me.vt.edu/.
Research Associate - Packaging Laboratory Manager Blacksburg, Virginia
Our Packaging Center is looking for a research associate to assist the operation of our distribution packaging testing lab. The ideal candidate has experience in packaging testing environment and has a continuous improvement mentality.
Coordinator to Support Virginia’s Large Animal Veterinary Workforce Blacksburg, Virginia
We are seeking a Coordinator to Support Virginia’s Large Animal Veterinary Workforce (CSVLAVW) to help fulfill Virginia Tech’s land-grant mission through serving large animal producers and veterinarians.
Senior Human Factors Transportation Researcher Blacksburg, Virginia
The Division of Freight, Transit & Heavy Vehicle Safety, a research-focused group within VTTI, seeks qualified, ambitious, senior engineering, human factors or traffic safety professionals with a strong background in psychology, safety, or vehicle technology.
Front Office Assistant Blacksburg, Virginia
We’re currently searching for a front office assistant to join our Services for Students with Disabilities team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission.
User Experience Researcher Blacksburg, Virginia, Hybrid
Technology-enhanced Learning and Online Strategies (TLOS) is hiring a User Experience Researcher. Help shape Virginia Tech's digital learning environments user research, service design, and evidence-based insights. Apply today and make an impact!
Pre Award Grants Coordinator, CALS Blacksburg, Virginia
Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is accepting applications for a Pre-award Grants Coordinator to lead administrative support for the development and submission of research proposals involving faculty.
Assistant or Associate Professor - Operations Research Blacksburg, Virginia
The Grado Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) at Virginia Tech invites applications for a tenured/tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Operations Research, effective August 2026.
Associate/Full Professor of Building Construction Blacksburg, Virginia
Join a leading force in the future of the built environment. We are seeking an innovative, collaborative, and forward-thinking scholar or industry leader to contribute to our growing programs and help shape the future of construction education and research.
Assistant Professor Blacksburg, Virginia
The School of Neuroscience at Virginia Tech (VT) invites applications for tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor level.
Small Fruits and Greenhouse Production Research Technician Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Tech's Hampton Roads Agricultural Research and Extension Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is accepting applications for a Small Fruits and Greenhouse Production Research Technician. This position will support research and extension programs in the areas of small fruit (strawberry, blackberry, blueberry etc.) and greenhouse production.
Associate Director, Research Security Program Blacksburg, Virginia
We’re seeking an Associate Director, Research Security Program to join the group. In this part of our team, you’ll collaborate with stakeholders on policy guidelines and help oversee risk management processes for the university's research security program.
Assistant Dean of Advancement, College of Science Blacksburg, Virginia
Serving as a member of the dean's leadership team, the Assistant Dean of Advancement is responsible for planning and implementing an integrated approach to the College of Science (COS) advancement program by overseeing development, and alumni relations, to maximize the support and exposure of the College. The Assistant Dean serves as chief development officer and manager of the College's advancement program, which recently achieved $20M per year in new gifts and commitments.

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