Research Scientist, Department of Surgery

The University of Virginia School of Medicine invites applications for a Research Scientist position to work in the lab of Dr. Lian-Wang Guo, Department of Surgery, with a focus on vascular epigenetics. The successful candidate will design and conduct independent and collaborative research in vascular biology, with an emphasis on epigenetic mechanisms underlying vascular wall remodeling and disease, lead and contribute to the preparation of peer-reviewed publications, participate in grant applications, and supervise and train graduate and undergraduate students, and ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements for laboratory research.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD, MD, or equivalent doctoral degree in biomedical sciences or master’s degree with significant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in molecular and cellular biology techniques, including CRISPR-based epigenetic and genome editing, CUT&Tag, scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, ChIP, proximity ligation, and microscopy
• Demonstrated experiences in cell signaling, epigenetic regulations, physiology and vascular diseases
• Demonstrated skills in rodent microsurgery
• Records of working independently and collaboratively with strong publications

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

Salary will be $65,000-$68,000, commensurate with education and experience.

This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits .

This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability.

This position has a term limit of 3 years after which continued employment will depend on department need and funding.

This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and must be performed fully on-site.

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Application review will begin after June 25, 2026 .

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

How to Apply

Please apply online , by searching for requisition number R0084029. Complete an application with the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

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 .

Reference checks will be completed by UVA’s third-party partner, SkillSurvey, during the final phase of the interview. Five references will be requested, with at least three responses required.

For questions about the position, please contact Lian Guo, lg8zr@virginia.edu

For questions about the application process, please contact Jessica Russo, Senior Recruiter, sxv9zv@virginia.edu.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .