What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant or Associate Professor position at The University of Georgia?
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Posting Number F2418P Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor Department Public Health-Environ Hlth Sci About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
https://publichealth.uga.edu/
College/Unit/Department website https://publichealth.uga.edu/departments/epidemiology-biostatistics/ Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 07/07/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin August 11, 2025 and continue until filled. Application materials should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of research experience and future goals (2 page maximum), teaching experience and vision (1 page), and the names and contact information of three references (name, address, e-mail address, and phone number). For questions, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Jia-Sheng Wang (jswang@uga.edu), or ehs-admin@uga.edu.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track or Tenured Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications include a doctoral degree in environmental health or a related discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, toxicology, etc.)
Position Summary
The Department of Environmental Health Science in the College of Public Health at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor. This position is an academic year appointment (9 months) with an opportunity to supplement salary during the summer. The anticipated starting date for the position is August 1, 2026.
Successful candidates will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates with exceptional qualifications may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.
Preferred Requirements
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Qualifications include a doctoral degree in environmental health or a related discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, toxicology, etc.) and relevant research publications. Appointments to the Associate Professor position require strong evidence of acquiring and administering external funding (current principal investigator with existing grants is preferred); strong evidence of ability to produce and communicate research; excellence in teaching and working with students; and at least two years of work experience after graduation with PhD (e.g., postdoctoral training or teaching).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
We seek applicants with a strong academic record in teaching, research, and service in environmental health with a focus on computational analyses and One Health. Integrated research bridging human-, animal-, and/or environmental and ecological systems via computational and/or integrative –omics technologies is especially encouraged. Additional qualifications include: excellence in teaching and working with students, evidence of ability to submit strong (fundable) extramural grant proposals, and ability to produce and communicate research. A commitment to inclusive excellence is expected.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No 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) No 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.
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Posting Specific Questions
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Posting Details
Posting Number F2418P Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor Department Public Health-Environ Hlth Sci About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
https://publichealth.uga.edu/
College/Unit/Department website https://publichealth.uga.edu/departments/epidemiology-biostatistics/ Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 07/07/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin August 11, 2025 and continue until filled. Application materials should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of research experience and future goals (2 page maximum), teaching experience and vision (1 page), and the names and contact information of three references (name, address, e-mail address, and phone number). For questions, contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Jia-Sheng Wang (jswang@uga.edu), or ehs-admin@uga.edu.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Open Rank FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track or Tenured Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications include a doctoral degree in environmental health or a related discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, toxicology, etc.)
Position Summary
The Department of Environmental Health Science in the College of Public Health at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor. This position is an academic year appointment (9 months) with an opportunity to supplement salary during the summer. The anticipated starting date for the position is August 1, 2026.
Successful candidates will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate courses. Candidates with exceptional qualifications may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor.
Preferred Requirements
Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Qualifications include a doctoral degree in environmental health or a related discipline (e.g., biology, environmental science, toxicology, etc.) and relevant research publications. Appointments to the Associate Professor position require strong evidence of acquiring and administering external funding (current principal investigator with existing grants is preferred); strong evidence of ability to produce and communicate research; excellence in teaching and working with students; and at least two years of work experience after graduation with PhD (e.g., postdoctoral training or teaching).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
We seek applicants with a strong academic record in teaching, research, and service in environmental health with a focus on computational analyses and One Health. Integrated research bridging human-, animal-, and/or environmental and ecological systems via computational and/or integrative –omics technologies is especially encouraged. Additional qualifications include: excellence in teaching and working with students, evidence of ability to submit strong (fundable) extramural grant proposals, and ability to produce and communicate research. A commitment to inclusive excellence is expected.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No 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) No 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
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
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