We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support Dr. McMahon in  a neurophysiology and behavioral laboratory. Postdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years and who will be involved in full-time research or scholarship at the University. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period. 

Responsibilities 

Full-time research or scholarship at the University. 

Preparatory for a full-time academic or research career 

Supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship 

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. 
 

Minimum Qualifications 

Education: Doctoral degree 

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. 

Position Type & Work Location 

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

About UVA and the Community 

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Application Timeline 

Application review will begin after August 6, 2025. 

Additional Requirements  

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 R0074974 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: Apply through your Workday profile by searching “Find Jobs.” 

Reference Check Process  

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.  

Contact 

For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, jf2sw@virginia.edu. 

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