"Assistant or Associate Professor - Fungal Biology/Mycology"

Position Summary

The Department of Plant Pathology in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) at the University of Georgia is recruiting for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Fungal Biology/Mycology with 70% research, 25% teaching, and 5% service appointment. This is an academic-year (9-month), tenure-track appointment located at the Athens Campus. The successful candidate will develop a dynamic, innovative, internationally recognized, and extramurally funded research program in basic fungal biology. Areas of interest include computational biology and comparative, population, or functional genomics, with the goal of understanding ecological or evolutionary patterns and processes of plant-pathogenic fungi. Research using novel and contemporary approaches into the molecular, ecological, or evolutionary aspects of pathogenic fungal–plant host interactions is also of interest. The position offers rich opportunities for collaborations with colleagues in the Department of Plant Pathology, the Fungal Biology Group, the Plant Center, and the Institute of Bioinformatics. There is an expectation of excellence in grantsmanship, timely communication of research findings via peer-reviewed journal articles, active participation in the mentoring of graduate students and postdoctoral scientists and contributing to a dynamic environment within the university. Initial instructional responsibilities will include teaching Mycology, a split-level graduate and undergraduate student course, and Fungi, Friends and Foes, a large lecture-format course on the impact of fungi on human civilization.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on 15 October 2025; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Miaoying Tian, Chair of the Search Committee (mtian@uga.edu). Materials to be uploaded include i) cover letter addressing the candidate’s experience relative to the responsibilities of the position, ii) curriculum vitae, iii) graduate-level academic transcripts, iv) statement of research interests, v) statement of teaching experience and interests, and vi) names and contact information of four professional references. Selected applicants will be required to submit a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2446P
Working Title: Assistant or Associate Professor - Fungal Biology/Mycology
Department: CAES-Plant Pathology
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date: 05/01/2026
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Minimum Qualifications

The candidate must have a Ph.D. in plant pathology, mycology, one of the plant or microbial sciences, or a related discipline.

Additional Requirements

The candidate must have a Ph.D. in plant pathology, mycology, one of the plant or microbial sciences, or a related discipline. Applicants should have documented research background appropriate for the appointment rank, as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in fungal biology/mycology. Demonstrated success teaching in a classroom setting for one or more semesters. To be considered for the rank of Associate Professor, candidates must have at least 5 full years in rank at the Assistant Professor level. To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an Associate Professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably regional and/or national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire. The criteria for promotion and tenure in the Department of Plant Pathology are summarized at https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/ptu-criteria-plant-pathology.pdf

Applicant Documents

Required Documents:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. List of References with Contact Information
5. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
6. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy