[Hiring] Part-time Research Scientist @UVA Health

Role Description

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology & Oncology, at the University of Virginia seeks a Part-Time, 50% FTE Research Scientist to join the research team within the laboratory of Dr. Charles E. Chalfant. The start date of this position is as soon as possible. The position will be under the supervision of Dr. Charles E. Chalfant.

The Chalfant laboratory has a strong track record of extramural funding and currently has multiple extramural grants from both the National Institutes of Health and the Veterans Administration. These grants focus on advancing two specific molecular mechanisms, RNA splicing and lipid signaling, as they relate to cancer, cardiovascular disease, wound healing, infectious disease, and diabetes. The goal is to identify key mechanisms dysregulated in these diseases that can be precisely targeted to better clinical outcomes. The laboratory also has the goal of therapeutic development to these targets.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the Operational Director of the Hematology & Oncology Lipidomics Facility under the overall supervision and umbrella of Dr. Charles E. Chalfant.
• Provide oversight of instrument usage, maintenance, and operation used for lipidomics analyses.
• Develop, update, and modify protocols for small molecule analyses.
• Liaison with users of the lipidomics facility as to experimental needs and troubleshooting.
• Provide oversight and direction to lab specialists associated with the facility.
• Training laboratory personnel in these areas of research.
• Provide integrations and data analyses related to lipidomics.

The ideal candidate should possess substantial knowledge and skills to foster innovative ideas and interests in lipidomics with a solid track record of research productivity during their PhD and postdoctoral training in this area. Background in lipid signaling, lipidomics, and small molecule analysis by mass spectrometry is required. Excellent organizational and communication skills (both written and verbal) are required as is an ability to work independently and cross-culturally in diverse environments. The candidate will be fully funded by non-federal grant funds and state funds to Dr. Chalfant as well as charge-backs. It is expected that through expansion of research ideas in the aforementioned research areas, the candidate will develop additional skills, aid in writing grants, and construct/present research papers.

This position is 100% funded through a combination of non-federal grant funds and state funds to Dr. Chalfant coupled to chargebacks from investigators utilizing the lipidomics facility. This position is already included in the FY26 budget, and the Chalfant laboratory is dedicated to diversity in science, and applications from underrepresented minorities are welcome.

Qualifications

• Requires a doctoral degree, preferably a PhD, MD or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or related field.
• A master's degree with significant experience may also be accepted.
• A minimum of 6-8 years of experience with strong proficiency in lipid signaling, lipidomics, and small molecule mass spectrometry.

Requirements

• Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility will be based on scheduled hours in accordance with university policy.
• Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
• This position is fully remote and may be performed outside of Charlottesville, VA, in alignment with UVA’s remote work guidelines.

How to Apply

Please apply online, by searching for requisition number R0089076. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references

Upload all materials into the resume submission field. You can submit multiple documents into this one field or combine them into one PDF. Applications without all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants: Search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

For questions about the application process, please contact Jeremy Brofft, Senior Academic Recruiter at [email protected].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.