Open Rank Faculty- Pharmacology & Toxicology

Augusta University

Augusta, GA

Job posting number: #7147437 (Ref:ej-4207379)

Posted: May 22, 2023

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description



Open Rank Faculty- Pharmacology & Toxicology

Job ID: 258652
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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Job Summary

Job ID: 258652

Position #: 40056025

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG), at Augusta University (AU) seeks a faculty member for the Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor to fill a twelve-month tenure-track faculty position. Our university has a new initiative to recruit up to 20 new faculty members in the scientific fields of inflammaging and brain aging to perform research to improve outcomes for those suffering from Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. Investigators with outstanding research accomplishments in these areas as well as collaborative interests that complement the other existing strengths in our department in neurological and psychiatric disorders (Parkinson's Disease, drug abuse, schizophrenia) or cardiovascular disease (heart failure, ischemia/reperfusion injury, systemic and pulmonary hypertension, diabetes) will be given preference. Applicants with relevant expertise in drug discovery and development, systems biology, and/or cell signaling are particularly encouraged to apply. We offer a generous start-up package, excellent laboratory space, and outstanding core facilities for cell imaging, genomics and proteomics, small animal imaging and behavior, zebrafish, histology and electron microscopy.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in teaching programs for professional and graduate students as well as all other academic and scholarly functions within the department and university. The faculty member will be expected to establish vigorous independent extramurally funded research programs to complement research strengths and goals of the department and university.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. and/or M.D. from an accredited college or university and must be eligible for a faculty appointment at the Assistant, Associate and Full Professor level as indicated below:

Assistant Professor- Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate post graduate training

Associate Professor- Mid level career faculty member with at least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Professor- Senior level career faculty member with at least five years at the rank of Associate Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

  • Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation;

  • Evidence of ability as a teacher;

  • Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned;

  • Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and,

  • Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

    Shift/Salary/Benefits

    This position is fiscal year based and works year-round.

    The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

    Assistant Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

    Associate Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

    Professor- Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

    Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more!

    Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

    Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

    Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Guidelines: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/faculty-support-ser/procedures/augusta_university_promotion_tenure_guidelines_feb_2020.pdf

    College/Department Information

    The Medical College of Georgia is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 260 students per class. The educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state and a second four-year campus in Athens in partnership with the University of Georgia. MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provides about 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education to more than 500 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

    About Us

    Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 9,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

    Location

    Our Health Sciences Campus:

    1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

    Equal Employment Opportunity
    Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

    How To Apply
    To be considered an applicant for this position, you must apply online at http://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/faculty.
    Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.

    Other Information

    This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

    Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.


    To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=258652&PostingSeq=1

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    Job posting number:#7147437 (Ref:ej-4207379)
    Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
    Employer Location:Augusta University
    Augusta,Georgia
    United States
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