Research Program Manager

Job Description

The Hoyt and Langwig labs at Virginia Tech are searching for a research and program manager to assist in advancing work on the ecology and evolution of infectious disease. This full‑time position builds and advances a research program that bridges conservation and infectious disease. The Research Manager will independently contribute to the research in the lab, lead program coordination, and contribute to lab and field activities.

• Analyze data and advance research questions, including contributing to publications (40%).
• Outreach to lab partners and reporting agencies, including assistance with reports, permitting, and project management (20%).
• Assist with general lab management including purchasing and safety of the physical lab space (20%).
• Sample analysis including DNA extraction and qPCR (training provided) (20%).

• Exceptional communication skills for communicating with diverse groups.
• High-level organizational abilities including attention to detail and careful checking of work.
• M.S. degree (or higher) in biology, ecology, epidemiology, microbiology or a related field.
• Experience working in program R.

Note:

While preferred qualifications are beneficial, they are not mandatory for consideration.

• PhD in biology, ecology, epidemiology, microbiology or a related field.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated evidence of research products.

3

Non-Exempt:
Eligible for overtime

Restricted

Commensurate with experience up to $65,000

40

June 8, 2026

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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