"Assistant Professor in Cellular Biology and Anatomy"

Job Summary

The Department of Cellular Biology and Anatomy (CBS), Medical College of Georgia (MCG) at Augusta University (AU) is seeking a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor with expertise in visual system research. Ideally, the successful candidate's research program will investigate eye-related diseases that complement existing strengths in vision research within the institution. The successful candidate will become a member of the James and Jean Culver Vision Discovery Institute, consisting of basic scientists and clinicians investigating a wide range of devastating blinding disorders. Augusta University, home to the only research-oriented, state supported medical school in Georgia, offers an outstanding interdisciplinary environment. The research infrastructure includes a NEI Center Core Grant for Vision Research (P30) plus state-of-the-art core facilities including Biostatistics & Bioinformatics, Cell Imaging, Flow & Mass Cytometry, Immune Monitoring, Integrated Genomics, Small Animal Imaging, Electron Microscopy/Histology, and a biorepository. The position offers a nationally competitive start-up package. Candidates will be expected to participate in teaching and service. This position is considered to be on tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Education - 30%: Teach in the Medical College of Georgia and/or the Augusta University Graduate School and mentor graduate students.
• Research - 60%: Establish vigorous independent extramurally funded research program/s to complement research strengths and goals of vision research and the University.
• Service - 10%: Participate on various committees and provide public and professional service to the community and the department/college/University/USG.

Required Qualifications

A doctoral degree in Medicine or PhD in Biological Sciences. Must demonstrate a strong potential for research including potential for obtaining extramural funding. Assistant Professor- Early level career as a faculty member with appropriate post graduate training. 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Current extramural funding and demonstrated potential for its continuation.

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. 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 Website: https://www.augusta.edu/faculty-affairs/promotionandtenure.php