IALR Culture
At IALR, our culture is rooted in a set of core competencies that define how we work and achieve our mission:
Join Our Team
At the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR), we are dedicated to fostering a powerful team environment built on principles of collaboration, integrity and professionalism. Our commitment to these values is a cornerstone of our organizational culture, where every employee plays a pivotal role in our success.
Our growing team is integral to fulfilling our mission: to serve as a regional catalyst for economic transformation. We hope to realize Southern Virginia as a home to a dynamic economy where everyone can live and thrive.
Communication
Provides clear, effective messaging and takes responsibility for understanding others.
Collaboration
Develops and maintains effective relationships with others, inside and outside the organization, to accomplish objectives to build and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships.
Integrity
Displays and promotes conduct and behaviors consistent with IALR standards.
Planning and Prioritization
Plans and organizes work activities; manages several tasks at once. Ensures information is complete and accurate; follows up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
Results Orientation
Focuses on desired results and sets and achieves challenging goals. Seeks out ways to employ technology to optimize organizational and individual performance.
Innovation
Develops new insights into situations and applies different and novel solutions to make improvements.
Continuous Learning and Development
Proactively investigates new perspectives, approaches and behaviors and takes steps to evaluate and improve performance.
External and Organizational Awareness
Considers the organization’s capabilities, mission, vision, values and strategic goals and objectives in work efforts. Identifies and understands how internal and external issues (e.g., economic, political and social trends) impact the work of the organization.
Whether you’re an experienced professional or a recent graduate looking to make a difference, IALR offers exciting opportunities across all experience levels and multiple divisions and departments.
Our employees are the driving force behind:
- Award-winning advanced learning programs
- World-class high-performance manufacturing training, technology development and services
- Innovative applied research services and partnerships
- Results-oriented economic development efforts
- Modern, timeless and flexible offerings from the IALR Conference Center
Disclaimers
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research (IALR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
eVerify Notice:
IALR participates in the Department of Homeland Security’s eVerify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. More information on eVerify and your rights can be found at this link.
Background Check and Drug Screening Notice:
As a condition of employment, the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research (IALR) requires all candidates to successfully complete a background check and drug screening. These checks are conducted to ensure the safety and security of our employees, partners, and the communities we serve. Employment offers are contingent upon the results of these screenings.
ADA Accommodations:
The Institute for Advanced Learning & Research (IALR) is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and hiring process. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at hr@ialr.org or call 434.766.6757.
Questions?
