Job DescriptionIn 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.Required Qualifications• 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.Preferred Qualifications• 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 writingPay Band4Appointment TypeRestrictedSalary InformationCommensurate with experienceReview DateMay 20, 2024Additional InformationThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated 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 communitydedicated 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 medicinecollege, Graduate School , andHonors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including theInnovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerousExtension offices andresearch centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contactBrittany ****** regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
