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The University of Virginia School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-ineligible Research Assistant Professor to work in the lab of Dr. Lian-Wang Guo, Department of Surgery, with a focus on vascular biology and disease mechanisms. The successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research in vascular biology, with an emphasis on molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular disease, lead and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed publications, grant applications, and progress reports, supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements for laboratory research such as updating animal and biosafety protocols.
The University of Virginia is located in beautiful Charlottesville with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the eastern shore, and Washington, DC. Charlottesville is often voted one of the best places to live in the United States, with a vibrant arts and music scene, pristine nature, local wineries and breweries and tons of small-town charm.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in biological sciences, demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including epigenetic and genome editing, proximity ligation, CUT&Tag, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics and data analysis, and confocal microscopy, demonstrated experiences in vascular biology, epigenetic regulations, retinal degeneration, membrane proteins, and application of nanomedicine, demonstrated skills in animal models of neointimal hyperplasia and atherosclerosis, and experiences in managing a sizable lab while working independently and collaboratively.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals may apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/185628. Please complete an application online and attach the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, physical/mailing address)
For additional information regarding the position, please contact Lian-Wang Guo, PhD, Professor, via email at lg8zr@virginia.edu.
The selected candidate will undergo a background check and health screening.
INTRODUCTION
The University of Virginia School of Medicine invites applications for a tenure-ineligible Research Assistant Professor to work in the lab of Dr. Lian-Wang Guo, Department of Surgery, with a focus on vascular biology and disease mechanisms. The successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research in vascular biology, with an emphasis on molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular disease, lead and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed publications, grant applications, and progress reports, supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students and postdoctoral fellows, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements for laboratory research such as updating animal and biosafety protocols.
The University of Virginia is located in beautiful Charlottesville with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, the eastern shore, and Washington, DC. Charlottesville is often voted one of the best places to live in the United States, with a vibrant arts and music scene, pristine nature, local wineries and breweries and tons of small-town charm.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in biological sciences, demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including epigenetic and genome editing, proximity ligation, CUT&Tag, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics and data analysis, and confocal microscopy, demonstrated experiences in vascular biology, epigenetic regulations, retinal degeneration, membrane proteins, and application of nanomedicine, demonstrated skills in animal models of neointimal hyperplasia and atherosclerosis, and experiences in managing a sizable lab while working independently and collaboratively.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested individuals may apply at https://apply.interfolio.com/185628. Please complete an application online and attach the following documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, physical/mailing address)
For additional information regarding the position, please contact Lian-Wang Guo, PhD, Professor, via email at lg8zr@virginia.edu.
The selected candidate will undergo a background check and health screening.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Research Assistant Professor
Translate your CV into PERM language
Your academic CV lists publications and teaching duties, but PERM job descriptions require specific minimum requirements tied to the role. Work with your department to ensure your CV maps directly to the posted position's stated qualifications before the employer files.
Target R1 universities with active PERM filings
Research-intensive universities file PERM petitions far more routinely than teaching-focused colleges. Prioritize institutions with sponsored postdoctoral pipelines, since departments familiar with the process move faster and make fewer errors during DOL review.
Clarify EB-2 NIW eligibility before accepting an offer
If your research serves a U.S. national interest, you may self-petition under the National Interest Waiver without an employer-sponsored PERM. Raise this with your prospective department before finalizing terms so both paths are on the table.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Research Assistant Professor openings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, saving you from negotiating sponsorship commitments that departments quietly abandon after hiring.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before your offer letter
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Look up your institution's wage obligation using the OFLC Wage Search before signing, so a low offer doesn't trigger a DOL audit later.
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Find Research Assistant Professor JobsResearch Assistant Professor Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Research Assistant Professor role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Research Assistant Professor positions qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because they require a doctoral degree or its equivalent, meeting the advanced-degree threshold. Some universities file under EB-3 for candidates where the minimum requirement is a master's degree. The specific classification depends on how the employer defines the minimum education requirement in the PERM job description, not on your actual credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 65,000 per year with a lottery, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no annual cap on petitions. For Research Assistant Professor roles, PERM requires your employer to conduct a formal labor market test before filing, a step H-1B does not require. The green card process is slower but results in lawful permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status.
What is the PERM labor certification process for a Research Assistant Professor?
PERM requires your employer to advertise the position publicly, demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers applied, and file an ETA-9089 application with the DOL. For faculty roles, universities often use a special handling procedure that accepts a national job search as proof of recruitment. Once DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and you then wait for a visa number to become current based on your priority date.
How do I find universities that actively sponsor green cards for research faculty?
Use Migrate Mate to search Research Assistant Professor positions filtered by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history. Many universities have sponsored green cards before but don't advertise this in job postings, so searching by sponsorship track record rather than job title alone surfaces opportunities you'd otherwise miss through standard academic job boards.
Can I switch universities after my I-140 is approved without losing my priority date?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can transfer your priority date to a new employer's I-140 if your previous petition was approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. The new role must be in the same or a similar occupational classification. Confirm with USCIS that your new institution's job description aligns closely enough with the original approved position to qualify for portability.
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