Assistant Professor Jobs in Virginia
Assistant Professor jobs in Virginia are concentrated in higher education, research, and public policy, with strong demand across the state's network of research universities, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges. The largest hiring hubs are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Charlottesville, where institutions such as George Mason University, Virginia Commonwealth University, and the University of Virginia maintain consistent faculty pipelines. The most in-demand specialties include STEM fields, nursing and health sciences, and public administration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 538240
- Roanoke, Virginia, United States
- Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute
- Research / Scientific
- Faculty (Salaried)
- Virginia Tech
Job Description
Virginia Tech (VT) is recruiting a tenure-track faculty position in cardiovascular sciences at the assistant professor level at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC (FBRI - https://fbri.vtc.vt.edu/), located on its health sciences and technology campus (https://hst.vt.edu/) in Roanoke, Virginia.
Applicant eligibility requirements include: a Ph.D. and postdoctoral research experience, with a record of accomplishment of biomedical research innovation and productivity as demonstrated through high quality publications in leading scientific journals and a record of extramural funding.
The selected candidate will join a highly successful research group of teams of innovative basic and translational researchers at the FBRI’s Center for Vascular and Heart Research - https://fbri.vtc.vt.edu/research/research-centers/center-for-heart.html), who have considerable NIH and American Heart Association support and are located in a state-of-the-art health sciences campus. The faculty position at the research institute will include a tenure track appointment in an appropriate college at Virginia Tech.
The position has a primary emphasis on research. The focus of cardiovascular research is open and may utilize a basic, translational and/or clinical approach, using tools of molecular or genetic science, cell biology, pharmacology, physiology/biophysics and/or computational modeling. Specific areas of interest for growth include: i) cardio-oncology; ii) arrhythmogenesis; iii) cardiac physiology and disease; iv) vascular physiology and disease; v) pulmonary vascular disease; and vi) women’s cardiac health.
The successful candidates will be expected to maintain a high-quality, extramurally-funded research program, and develop high-profile national/global recognition as an emerging leader in their respective fields of cardiovascular science. A competitive salary, new state of the art space, major core instrumentation and start-up package will be provided along with career mentorship and support. Some teaching of graduate students is also expected along with research project mentorship for graduate, medical and undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. and postdoctoral research experience, with a record of accomplishment of biomedical research innovation and productivity as demonstrated through high quality publications in leading scientific journals and a record of extramural funding.
Preferred Qualifications
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Starting salary at $135k, commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40+
Review Date
1/11/2027, position will remain open until filled
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 Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
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, ethnicity or 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 contact Brittany Shelton at sheltb@vtc.vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
- 538240
- Roanoke, Virginia, United States
- Fralin Biomedical Res. Institute
- Research / Scientific
- Faculty (Salaried)
- Virginia Tech
Job Description
Virginia Tech (VT) is recruiting a tenure-track faculty position in cardiovascular sciences at the assistant professor level at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC (FBRI - https://fbri.vtc.vt.edu/), located on its health sciences and technology campus (https://hst.vt.edu/) in Roanoke, Virginia.
Applicant eligibility requirements include: a Ph.D. and postdoctoral research experience, with a record of accomplishment of biomedical research innovation and productivity as demonstrated through high quality publications in leading scientific journals and a record of extramural funding.
The selected candidate will join a highly successful research group of teams of innovative basic and translational researchers at the FBRI’s Center for Vascular and Heart Research - https://fbri.vtc.vt.edu/research/research-centers/center-for-heart.html), who have considerable NIH and American Heart Association support and are located in a state-of-the-art health sciences campus. The faculty position at the research institute will include a tenure track appointment in an appropriate college at Virginia Tech.
The position has a primary emphasis on research. The focus of cardiovascular research is open and may utilize a basic, translational and/or clinical approach, using tools of molecular or genetic science, cell biology, pharmacology, physiology/biophysics and/or computational modeling. Specific areas of interest for growth include: i) cardio-oncology; ii) arrhythmogenesis; iii) cardiac physiology and disease; iv) vascular physiology and disease; v) pulmonary vascular disease; and vi) women’s cardiac health.
The successful candidates will be expected to maintain a high-quality, extramurally-funded research program, and develop high-profile national/global recognition as an emerging leader in their respective fields of cardiovascular science. A competitive salary, new state of the art space, major core instrumentation and start-up package will be provided along with career mentorship and support. Some teaching of graduate students is also expected along with research project mentorship for graduate, medical and undergraduate students.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. and postdoctoral research experience, with a record of accomplishment of biomedical research innovation and productivity as demonstrated through high quality publications in leading scientific journals and a record of extramural funding.
Preferred Qualifications
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Starting salary at $135k, commensurate with experience
Hours per week
40+
Review Date
1/11/2027, position will remain open until filled
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 Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
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, ethnicity or 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 contact Brittany Shelton at sheltb@vtc.vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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Assistant Professor Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Virginia34
- William & Mary16
- Virginia Commonwealth University14
- Virginia Tech12
- James Madison University10
Top Industries Hiring
- Education20
- Food & Beverage1
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor jobs across Virginia.
- Terminal degree in the field, typically a PhD or MFA, required for appointment
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed research, publication, or creative scholarship
- Evidence of effective undergraduate or graduate teaching experience
- Active participation in professional societies or relevant academic service
- Ability to develop and teach courses in the department's curriculum
- Strong written and oral communication skills for teaching and grant writing
Assistant Professor Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a assistant professor in Virginia?
To become an assistant professor in Virginia, you typically need to earn a terminal degree in your discipline, most often a PhD, and build a portfolio of scholarship, teaching, and service. Virginia institutions follow the national tenure-track hiring model, so candidates apply through faculty searches coordinated by individual departments. Candidates in health-related fields may also need an active Virginia professional license issued through the Department of Health Professions before beginning clinical teaching duties.
Which companies hire assistant professors in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring assistant professors in Virginia include University of Virginia, William & Mary, and Virginia Commonwealth University, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's high concentration of research universities, military-adjacent institutions, and state-funded community colleges keeps faculty hiring active across a wide range of academic disciplines year-round.
Which Virginia cities have the most assistant professor jobs?
Charlottesville, Virginia, and Harrisonburg are the Virginia cities with the most assistant professor openings. Northern Virginia's growth is driven by the proximity to federal agencies and a cluster of large research universities, Richmond's openings reflect its concentration of public and private four-year institutions, and Charlottesville's activity centers on the University of Virginia and its affiliated health system.
Are there remote assistant professor jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're limited. About 67% of assistant professor openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the fact that most faculty roles require in-person instruction, lab supervision, or student advising. The sub-areas most likely to offer online or hybrid arrangements are fully asynchronous online programs and certain continuing education or professional development courses.
How can I get hired as a assistant professor in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a postdoctoral fellowship or visiting instructor position, both of which large Virginia research universities use to develop candidates for eventual tenure-track roles. Virginia Commonwealth University, George Mason University, and the University of Virginia regularly post postdoc and lecturer openings that serve as proving grounds. Building a teaching portfolio through adjunct positions at Virginia community colleges, combined with at least one peer-reviewed publication, gives applicants the strongest competitive edge for full-time searches.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to assistant professor jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia faculty openings across universities, colleges, and research institutions. Search the listings to see roles that match your discipline and institution type, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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