What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor in Physiology position at Inside Higher Ed?
Posting Number
F2620P
Working Title
Assistant Professor in Physiology
Department
VetMed-Physiology & Pharmacol
About The University Of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.
The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community http://vet.uga.edu/principles-of-community/
College/Unit/Department Website
https://vet.uga.edu/education/academic-departments/department-of-physiology-pharmacology/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2026
Job Posting Date
01/22/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for at least three references.
Applications received by February 24, 2026 are assured full consideration. An attractive start-up package with competitive conditions of employment will be offered. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.
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 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Classification Title
Assistant Professor
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Physiology or a related field.
Position Summary
The Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank. Each candidate will be expected to establish a dynamic and externally funded research program as well as contribute significantly to the Department’s teaching mission in undergraduate, graduate or professional DVM courses. Special importance is placed on instruction in the Biomedical Physiology undergraduate major. Candidates will mentor graduate and undergraduate students as well as postdoctoral research associates.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must have 2 years’ postdoctoral experience in Physiology or a related field, along with at least 1 year of teaching experience.
For information regarding appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, please see the University of Georgia’s Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure https://provost.uga.edu/facultyaffairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, And/or Certification
All candidates must have a publication record appropriate for the rank.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
An ideal candidate will have a research program with an emphasis in either cardiovascular, renal, respiratory or gastrointestinal physiology and knowledge of computational biology approaches. Candidates should also have a commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.
We seek outstanding candidates with active research programs applying innovative approaches, including animal/human models of disease as well as computational biology and/or emerging AI technologies in the study and instruction of physiology. Scientists who address fundamental or applied questions in cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, or gastrointestinal physiology are encouraged to apply.
Physical Demands
Sit and stand for long periods. Physical demands are associated with laboratory work and may include:
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
Candidates will be expected to establish a dynamic and externally funded researchprogram as well as contribute significantly to the Department’s teaching mission, specifically in the Biomedical Physiology undergraduate major. Candidates will mentor graduate and undergraduate students as well as postdoctoralresearch associates. Duties will also include teaching in undergraduate, graduate or professional DVM courses.
Percentage Of Time
100
F2620P
Working Title
Assistant Professor in Physiology
Department
VetMed-Physiology & Pharmacol
About The University Of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.
About The College/Unit/Department
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.
The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community http://vet.uga.edu/principles-of-community/
College/Unit/Department Website
https://vet.uga.edu/education/academic-departments/department-of-physiology-pharmacology/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2026
Job Posting Date
01/22/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for at least three references.
Applications received by February 24, 2026 are assured full consideration. An attractive start-up package with competitive conditions of employment will be offered. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.
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 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Classification Title
Assistant Professor
Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor
Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Physiology or a related field.
Position Summary
The Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank. Each candidate will be expected to establish a dynamic and externally funded research program as well as contribute significantly to the Department’s teaching mission in undergraduate, graduate or professional DVM courses. Special importance is placed on instruction in the Biomedical Physiology undergraduate major. Candidates will mentor graduate and undergraduate students as well as postdoctoral research associates.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must have 2 years’ postdoctoral experience in Physiology or a related field, along with at least 1 year of teaching experience.
For information regarding appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor, please see the University of Georgia’s Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure https://provost.uga.edu/facultyaffairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, And/or Certification
All candidates must have a publication record appropriate for the rank.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
An ideal candidate will have a research program with an emphasis in either cardiovascular, renal, respiratory or gastrointestinal physiology and knowledge of computational biology approaches. Candidates should also have a commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.
We seek outstanding candidates with active research programs applying innovative approaches, including animal/human models of disease as well as computational biology and/or emerging AI technologies in the study and instruction of physiology. Scientists who address fundamental or applied questions in cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, or gastrointestinal physiology are encouraged to apply.
Physical Demands
Sit and stand for long periods. Physical demands are associated with laboratory work and may include:
- Occasionally required to remain seated in a normal position for long periods
- Regularly required to walk about
- Regularly required to maintain balance while walking, standing, crouching, or running
- Routinely required to reach up and out with hands and arms
- Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructions
- Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects, type, pick up objects, move objects, or hold objects
- Routinely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
- Regularly required to climb stairs and/or ladders
- Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds and carry a distance of 10 feet
- Occasionally required to push and/or pull up to 50 pounds at a distance of 10 feet
- Routinely required to stand for long periods
- Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
- Depth perception and the ability to judge distances and spatial relationships
- Adjustable focus
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
Candidates will be expected to establish a dynamic and externally funded researchprogram as well as contribute significantly to the Department’s teaching mission, specifically in the Biomedical Physiology undergraduate major. Candidates will mentor graduate and undergraduate students as well as postdoctoralresearch associates. Duties will also include teaching in undergraduate, graduate or professional DVM courses.
Percentage Of Time
100