Director, Transgenic and Knockout Mouse Core Facility Faculty - Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine-SOM-F80540
Virginia Commonwealth University · MCV Main Campus, VA · Virginia
- Role
- Data scientist
- First seen
- Aug 26, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- Commensurate
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Summary
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine seeks a Director for its Transgenic and Knockout Mouse Core Facility to lead animal model creation and breeding colony management at a major research university. This faculty position oversees a large core facility serving the School of Medicine and other departments, managing three direct reports and ensuring delivery of services including cryopreservation, rederivation, IVF, and production of genetically engineered mouse models. The Director will provide investigator consultation, institutional grant support, technical innovation, and mentorship while maintaining regulatory compliance and managing complex budgets.
Key qualifications
- Advanced degree (preferably Ph.D.) in genetics, molecular biology, or related biomedical field
- Deep expertise in GEMM technologies and all aspects of transgenic/knockout mouse production
- Proven ability to manage complex budgets, multi-user facility operations, and institutional compliance protocols
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse faculty and staff
- Prior experience managing a transgenic core facility or similar shared resource laboratory (preferred)
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