Assistant, Associate, Or Full Professor

Position Information

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

Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a pharmaceutical- or biomedical-based science.

Position Summary

The Department of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia is seeking an outstanding candidate to build on the research strengths in the Department, which include strong, active research programs in chemical biology, pharmacology and pharmaceutics, cancer biology and infectious diseases. We hold a particular interest in pharmaceutical/biomedical research that integrates cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI), encompassing areas such as drug discovery and beyond. The position is a full-time, 9-month tenure track position at the level of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.

The primary duties of the faculty member will build be to build and maintain a strong extramurally funded research program focused in any area of pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences including drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology and pharmacokinetics.

The faculty member will be located in Athens, Georgia, home of the University of Georgia.

Additional Requirements

At least two years of postdoctoral training and a strong publication record. A commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels within the College of Pharmacy is required.

To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate or full professor, 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.

Candidates at the Associate Professor level will have demonstrated effective teaching, maintained an independent scholarly program or unique expertise support by competitive extramural funding, and contributed to service duties at the Department, College, University and/or professional level. Candidates at the Associate/Full Professor level should also demonstrate a strong history of extramural funding.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

The successful candidate would build on the research strengths in the Department, which include strong, active research programs in chemical biology, pharmacology and pharmaceutics, cancer biology and infectious diseases.

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

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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

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