Great employer, wish they had more jobs for non-research-track people - Visiting Assistant Professor Virginia Tech Employee Review

5.0
Aug 28, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Great colleagues, a solid benefits package, beautiful scenery, and overall very good students. Being able to commute every day by bus for free is a great bonus too.

Cons

The main drawback is that unless you're heavily into research and have a strong "pedigree" you can't get into a tenure-track position and there are limited opportunities for faculty who don't fit the research-oriented mold.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

Great culture and easy schedule.

Cons

Sometimes a bit unorganized but okay.

4.0
Jun 25, 2026
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Pros

Nice campus environment and supportive academic community.

Cons

Workload and communication can vary depending on the people you work with.

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