What are the responsibilities and job description for the Open Rank - Assistant, Associate or Full Professor position at University of Georgia?
Posting Details
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Posting Details
| Posting Number | F2763P |
|---|---|
| Working Title | Open Rank - Assistant, Associate or Full Professor |
| Department | VPR-Complex Carbohyd Rsch Ctr |
| 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 (www.uga.edu) is an R1 research land-grant and sea-grant institution located 65 miles northeast of Atlanta in Athens, Georgia. The city of Athens (www.visitathensga.com) and its surrounding communities provide an outstanding quality of life. |
| College/Unit/Department website | |
| Posting Type | External |
| Retirement Plan | TRS or ORP |
| Employment Type | Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility | Benefits Eligible |
| Underutilization | None |
| Advertised Salary | Commensurate with experience. |
| Anticipated Start Date | 08/01/2027 |
| Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) | |
| Job Posting Date | 08/04/2026 |
| Job Closing Date | |
| Open until filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | In addition to your curriculum vitae, please provide a cover letter, a 3-page detailed research plan, and a 1-page teaching statement as a single pdf document (as Other Documents #1). Also, please provide complete contact information (email, address and phone) for three individuals of reference. Questions for the Search Committee may be directed to Anna Bighta (Anna.Bighta@uga.edu). Completed applications received by November 1st, 2026, are assured full consideration. |
| 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. |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.