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Updated May 10, 2012

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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Old Dominion University Research Foundation to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals. We will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by law and in accordance with all applicable laws, directives and regulations of Federal and State entities.

NOTICE:  All offers of employment are contingent upon your providing proof of identity and employment eligibility by completing a form I-9, as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
We believe the most effective work environment is one based on mutual respect and the principles of team management, allowing everyone the opportunity to participate and grow within the organization. The Research Foundation has a written plan to ensure we are complying with the EEO laws. The Affirmative Action Plan describes the Research Foundation’s workforce and identifies any areas that require affirmative action due to imbalances in the workforce. Goals are set to address these areas and progress is tracked by the plan.

EMPLOYMENT AT WILL
Old Dominion University Research Foundation is an AT WILL employer and, if employed, just as the employee is free to resign at any time, the Foundation is free to terminate employment at any time, with or without cause and without prior notice as long as it’s not illegal.  All employees are considered At Will employees.

How To Apply

The preferred method of submitting resumes and applications is via e-mail to odurfjobs@odu.edu. Resumes are accepted only for specific opportunities. Please specify the job number for which you are applying. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.

In compliance with federal law, ODU Research Foundation collects responses from the attached questionnaire for reporting purposes from applicants responding to job postings. This information will be kept separate from your employment resume/application and personnel file should you become employed. Federal law prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion or disability. Click here to download and fill out the form.

Please return completed application via e-mail to odurfjobs@odu.edu. If e-mail is not available, please mail application to:


Old Dominion University Research Foundation
P.O. Box 6369
Norfolk, VA 23508

or fax to:
Fax (757) 683-5290

Old Dominion University Research Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and complies with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Administrative/Professional

COUNSELOR -#12018
The Virginia Tidewater Consortium for Higher Education is seeking a qualified individual to work as an educational Counselor at its Educational Opportunity Center. Candidates should possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in Counseling or related field and should have experience in providing academic, career, financial literacy and financial aid counseling at the post-secondary level. Responsibilities include:

  • Providing information regarding financial and academic assistance available to individuals who desire to pursue a program of post-secondary education
  • Providing assistance to individuals in applying for admission to institutions that offer programs of post-secondary education, including preparing necessary applications for use by admissions and financial aid officers
  • Improving the financial literacy and economic literacy of participants regarding basic personal income, household money management and financial planning skills

 

Candidates must be organized and possess excellent interpersonal skills and are able to work independently. 

Send resume to the Old Dominion University Research Foundation, P.O. Box 6369, Norfolk, VA 23508 or by email to odurfjobs@odu.edu. Please specify job #12018. AA/EOE


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Scientific/Technical

POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - #12019

Old Dominion University's Department of Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences seeks a post-doctoral candidate to design, carry out, and analyze microbiology experiments intended to test ecological theory (see Lyons et al. 2010. Aquat. Micro. Ecol. 60:1-13.)  The successful candidate will have training in microbial ecology and ecological theory; experience in experimental design and analysis, qPCR analyses, and analysis of next-generation sequencing data; strong writing skills as demonstrated by publication of peer-reviewed scientific papers; and proven ability to work independently.  Travel and presentation of results at scientific meetings is required.  Experience with sole-carbon source utilization analyses and confocal microscopy is a plus. 

Send a CV, cover letter, and names of three references to Old Dominion University Research Foundation, P.O. Box 6369, Norfolk, VA 23508 or e-mail to odurfjobs@odu.edu.  Specify job #12019.  Position will be open until filled.  AA/EOE

More about Old Dominion University's Department of Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences can be found at http://www.odu.edu/sci/oceanography/.


LAB TECHNICIAN - #12014

Opening for a laboratory technician in the Biological Sciences Department in the area of tissue collection and analysis.  Histology preparation, techniques (embedding, sectioning, staining) and analysis will be a major part of the work.  Must have BS and some experience in common laboratory techniques and histology experience is preferred.  Successful applicant will have excellent English skills and be able to work in a team setting. 

Send resume to Old Dominion University Research Foundation, P.O. Box 6369, Norfolk, VA 23508 or by email to odurfjobs@odu.edu. Please specify job #12014. AA/EOE


POST-DOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - #12017

Full-time position in Oceanography will participate in a NASA-funded project focused on understanding processes controlling carbon cycling on the U.S. east coast continental shelf and an NSF-funded project focused on climate effects on shellfish populations in the same region.  This position involves set-up and implementation of coupled land-ocean carbon cycling models for the U.S. east coast continental shelf system and analyses of model results.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in marine science or equivalent; must have experience with computer systems, FORTRAN90/95, numerical circulation modeling (ROMS experience especially desirable), quantitative data analysis methods, knowledge of physical oceanography of coastal and continental shelf systems, and scientific writing.  The applicant is expected to prepare research results for publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals, make presentations at national and international scientific meetings, and attend project-related workshops.  The initial appointment is for one year with a possible renewal for a second year, pending satisfactory review of each year's results. Consideration of applicants will continue until the position is filled.

Send resume, a summary of Ph.D. dissertation research, a statement of research goals, and the names and contact information for three references to the Old Dominion University Research Foundation, P.O. Box 6369, Norfolk, VA 23508 or by email to odurfjobs@odu.edu. Please specify job #12017. AA/EOE




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