Associate or Full Professor

Position Information

Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in biology, medicine, chemistry, physics, bioengineering, or a related field

Position Summary

The Department of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time tenure-track or tenured position at the level of Associate or Full Professor.

We seek highly motivated individuals who will:

* Deliver high-quality education at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

* Establish and maintain innovative, extramurally funded research programs that complement the Department's existing strengths.

Research Areas of Interest

Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to:

* AI/computational drug discovery

* Computational or virtual drug screening

* Chemical biology

* Pharmacology

* Immunology

* Cancer biology

* Drug formulation or drug delivery

* Medicinal chemistry

* Toxicology

* Systems biology

The Department offers a competitive salary, excellent laboratory space, and a generous start-up package to support the successful candidate's research program.

Additional Requirements

* Minimum of three years of experience as a tenure-track Assistant Professor (or equivalent).

* At least three years of postdoctoral training.

* A strong record of research, scholarship, and instruction that is commensurate with the stage in their professional career and aligned with the areas of research and scholarship associated with this position.

For information regarding the requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion & Tenure at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

To be eligible for tenure on appointment, candidates must have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

A background that includes leading funded team-based research is preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

A focus on interdisciplinary scholarship that addresses critical societal challenges.

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Support the delivery of the undergraduate, professional and graduate programs of the College of Pharmacy.

Percentage Of Time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Develop a nationally recognized program of research.

Percentage Of Time 45 Duties/Responsibilities

Support the service mission of the College of Pharmacy.

Percentage Of Time 5

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

* Cover Letter

* List of References with Contact Information

* Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy

* Research Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR (hrweb).

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.