The DiFeliceantonio (DONNUT) Lab at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech is seeking an enthusiastic Postdoctoral Associate. Led by Dr. DiFeliceantonio, the lab aims to understand the metabolic and neural mechanisms of food choice and specifically how modern, ultra-processed foods influence these systems.

Lab website: https://fbri.vtc.vt.edu/research/labs/difeliceantonio.html

Projects in the lab are multidisciplinary, combining techniques and methodologies from neuroscience, nutrition, metabolism, and psychology.

Job duties will include:
1. Research Conceptualization – Coordinating with and assisting the PI in the design of experiment and grant proposal methodology as well as methods for analyzing the results of experiments.
2. Research Publications – Preparation of text, tables, and graphical information as appropriate for dissemination in peer-reviewed publications, or presentation at professional conferences or in book chapters.
3. Data Analysis – Analyzing the findings from research methods and transforming the results into formats appropriate for dissemination in peer reviewed publications or conference presentations or in formats that engender further analysis.
4. Project Management – Training and supervising research personnel to organize and conduct study sessions.

- PhD in health science, neuroscience, psychology, nutrition, or related field. PhD must be awarded no more than four years prior to the effective date of appointment with a minimum of one year eligibility remaining.
- Track record of publications and presentations.
- Experience in mentorship and/or teaching.

- Demonstrated laboratory research experience in a multidisciplinary lab
- Demonstrated track record of research excellence as indicated by peer reviewed publications and presentations.
- Desire to succeed in a fast-paced research environment with multiple duties

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Restricted

Commensurate with Experience

40+

May 15, 2026

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

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