The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research Jobs Hiring Now
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is hiring for 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in manufacturing operations and account management, with listed salaries up to about $207,000. Migrate Mate updates The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research's live openings daily. The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is a research and workforce development organization focused on advanced manufacturing, applied research, and regional economic development in Virginia.
Find The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research JobsOverview
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 13
- Top team
- Manufacturing Operations
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Danville
- Salary range
- $52,000–$207,000
Listed salaries for The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research roles on Migrate Mate range from about $52,000 to $207,000 per year across 13 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
Open Roles at The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
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Due to the nature of the work environment, candidates must be a US person as defined by US export control regulations and eligible to access controlled unclassified information (CUI).
The Pay, Perks, and Benefits
- Annual Salary of $106,200 - $113,900
- Retirement benefits are provided through the Virginia Retirement System with employer match.
- Generous time off is provided, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year.
- Paid holidays are provided, including a two week paid winter break.
- Anthem PPO and HSA health plans are offered, with excellent dental options.
Shape the Future of Manufacturing
Are you passionate about robotics, automation, Industry 4.0, and the future of advanced manufacturing? The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) is seeking a strategic and technically skilled Manager, Digital Manufacturing to lead the continued growth and evolution of the Center for Manufacturing Advancement's Industry 4.0 Lab.
In this role, you will serve as a recognized subject matter expert, helping manufacturers, educators, students, workforce partners, and community stakeholders understand and adopt emerging manufacturing technologies. You will combine technical expertise, industry engagement, workforce development, and innovation leadership to advance digital manufacturing across the region and beyond.
- Serve as the primary technical expert in digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, automation, robotics, industrial connectivity, and emerging manufacturing technologies.
- Lead the vision, development, and continuous enhancement of the Industry 4.0 Lab, ensuring demonstrations remain relevant, innovative, and aligned with evolving industry needs.
- Design and deliver hands-on training, workshops, educational programs, and experiential learning opportunities for manufacturers, educators, workforce partners, and students.
- Develop engaging demonstrations, presentations, tours, and technology showcases for industry leaders, government officials, educators, and other visitors.
- Partner with manufacturers to identify opportunities for automation, modernization, process improvement, and digital transformation.
- Support manufacturing optimization and applied technology projects through technical consultation, evaluation of emerging technologies, and practical implementation strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, technology providers, educational institutions, workforce organizations, economic development partners, and government agencies.
- Represent IALR at conferences, technical committees, industry associations, and professional organizations.
- Contribute to grants, contracts, strategic initiatives, and organizational projects by providing technical expertise and stakeholder support.
- Track, analyze, and communicate program outcomes, project metrics, and impact data.
- Manage multiple initiatives while balancing strategic priorities, technical execution, stakeholder engagement, and program deliverables.
- Expand awareness and adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies across Virginia and beyond.
- Enhance IALR's position as a leader in digital manufacturing, workforce development, and manufacturing innovation.
- Strengthen industry partnerships and support manufacturers on their journey toward Industry 4.0 implementation.
- Inspire future manufacturing talent through innovative educational experiences and technology demonstrations.
- Ensure the Industry 4.0 Lab remains a premier destination for learning, collaboration, and innovation.
- Strong knowledge of robotics, automation systems, industrial controls, PLCs, industrial networking, and smart manufacturing technologies.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience developing and delivering training, presentations, workshops, and technical demonstrations.
- Understanding of manufacturing operations, process optimization, and technology integration.
- Strong relationship-building, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to stay current on emerging technologies and translate innovations into practical applications.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronic Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of five years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated expertise in robotics, automation, and process control.
- Experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
- Experience managing budgets and fiscal resources.
- Ability to travel as needed and represent the organization professionally.
- FANUC Robotics Certification.
- Certifications from FANUC, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, or similar automation platforms.
- Experience working for an automation systems integrator.
- Experience with mobile industrial robotics and autonomous manufacturing systems.
- Experience supporting grants, contracts, workforce development initiatives, or applied manufacturing projects.
- Candidates without a FANUC certification must be willing to obtain certification within one year of employment.
What Makes Working Here Different
At IALR, you will have the opportunity to directly influence the future of manufacturing through innovation, education, and industry engagement. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with industry leaders, support transformational projects, and help develop the workforce needed for tomorrow's manufacturing economy.
This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership, innovation, workforce development, and industry impact in a highly collaborative environment dedicated to advancing manufacturing excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Due to the nature of the work environment, candidates must be a US person as defined by US export control regulations and eligible to access controlled unclassified information (CUI).
The Pay, Perks, and Benefits
- Annual Salary of $106,200 - $113,900
- Retirement benefits are provided through the Virginia Retirement System with employer match.
- Generous time off is provided, including vacation, paid sick leave, and paid family leave after one year.
- Paid holidays are provided, including a two week paid winter break.
- Anthem PPO and HSA health plans are offered, with excellent dental options.
Shape the Future of Manufacturing
Are you passionate about robotics, automation, Industry 4.0, and the future of advanced manufacturing? The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) is seeking a strategic and technically skilled Manager, Digital Manufacturing to lead the continued growth and evolution of the Center for Manufacturing Advancement's Industry 4.0 Lab.
In this role, you will serve as a recognized subject matter expert, helping manufacturers, educators, students, workforce partners, and community stakeholders understand and adopt emerging manufacturing technologies. You will combine technical expertise, industry engagement, workforce development, and innovation leadership to advance digital manufacturing across the region and beyond.
- Serve as the primary technical expert in digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, automation, robotics, industrial connectivity, and emerging manufacturing technologies.
- Lead the vision, development, and continuous enhancement of the Industry 4.0 Lab, ensuring demonstrations remain relevant, innovative, and aligned with evolving industry needs.
- Design and deliver hands-on training, workshops, educational programs, and experiential learning opportunities for manufacturers, educators, workforce partners, and students.
- Develop engaging demonstrations, presentations, tours, and technology showcases for industry leaders, government officials, educators, and other visitors.
- Partner with manufacturers to identify opportunities for automation, modernization, process improvement, and digital transformation.
- Support manufacturing optimization and applied technology projects through technical consultation, evaluation of emerging technologies, and practical implementation strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, technology providers, educational institutions, workforce organizations, economic development partners, and government agencies.
- Represent IALR at conferences, technical committees, industry associations, and professional organizations.
- Contribute to grants, contracts, strategic initiatives, and organizational projects by providing technical expertise and stakeholder support.
- Track, analyze, and communicate program outcomes, project metrics, and impact data.
- Manage multiple initiatives while balancing strategic priorities, technical execution, stakeholder engagement, and program deliverables.
- Expand awareness and adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies across Virginia and beyond.
- Enhance IALR's position as a leader in digital manufacturing, workforce development, and manufacturing innovation.
- Strengthen industry partnerships and support manufacturers on their journey toward Industry 4.0 implementation.
- Inspire future manufacturing talent through innovative educational experiences and technology demonstrations.
- Ensure the Industry 4.0 Lab remains a premier destination for learning, collaboration, and innovation.
- Strong knowledge of robotics, automation systems, industrial controls, PLCs, industrial networking, and smart manufacturing technologies.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience developing and delivering training, presentations, workshops, and technical demonstrations.
- Understanding of manufacturing operations, process optimization, and technology integration.
- Strong relationship-building, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven ability to stay current on emerging technologies and translate innovations into practical applications.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronic Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of five years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated expertise in robotics, automation, and process control.
- Experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
- Experience managing budgets and fiscal resources.
- Ability to travel as needed and represent the organization professionally.
- FANUC Robotics Certification.
- Certifications from FANUC, Yaskawa, Universal Robots, or similar automation platforms.
- Experience working for an automation systems integrator.
- Experience with mobile industrial robotics and autonomous manufacturing systems.
- Experience supporting grants, contracts, workforce development initiatives, or applied manufacturing projects.
- Candidates without a FANUC certification must be willing to obtain certification within one year of employment.
What Makes Working Here Different
At IALR, you will have the opportunity to directly influence the future of manufacturing through innovation, education, and industry engagement. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with industry leaders, support transformational projects, and help develop the workforce needed for tomorrow's manufacturing economy.
This position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical expertise with leadership, innovation, workforce development, and industry impact in a highly collaborative environment dedicated to advancing manufacturing excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Job Roles at The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
Working at The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research's 13 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are manufacturing operations, account management, and logistics & fleet management. The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research operates at the intersection of applied technology research, advanced manufacturing training, and workforce development. Its work spans precision manufacturing, additive manufacturing, nondestructive testing, and business development, serving both industry partners and workforce training programs. Most The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research roles are based in Danville.
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How many jobs is The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hiring for right now?
The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research is hiring for 13 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in manufacturing operations and account management. Roles range from hands-on manufacturing technician positions to program coordination and senior leadership, reflecting the organization's mix of technical operations and administrative functions.
What kinds of roles does The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hire for?
The most active teams are manufacturing operations, account management, and logistics & fleet management. The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hires across advanced manufacturing disciplines including CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and nondestructive testing, as well as program coordination, business development, research communications, and finance and operations leadership. Most postings are across all levels, and the mix spans both technical specialists and administrative professionals.
Are The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Danville. Each The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research?
Find a role that fits your background in The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research's listings on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research's own application portal to submit your materials directly. The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research manages its own hiring process and receives applications through its own system.
What do The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research jobs pay?
Listed salaries for The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research roles on Migrate Mate range from about $52,000 to $207,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research and shown on each listing.
Does The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hire entry-level?
Most of The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research's open roles on Migrate Mate are across all levels as of July 16, 2026. Check individual The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research hiring?
Most The Institute for Advanced Learning and Research roles are based in Danville, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.