Assistant Professor in Pharmacology and Toxicology

Job Summary

Job ID 295263

Position # 20013636

The Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology in the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking a faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department is seeking a new colleague with an emphasis on molecular and cellular neuropharmacology, although outstanding candidates in any discipline are encouraged to apply.We are especially interested in candidates whose research might complement the existing strengths in our department in molecular pharmacology, neurological and psychiatric disorders (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, movement disorders, drug abuse, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia). Applicants with relevant expertise in drug discovery and development, systems biology, and/or cell signaling are also encouraged to apply. We offer a generous start-up package, excellent laboratory space, and outstanding core facilities for cell imaging, genome editing and transgenesis, proteomics, small animal imaging and behavior, histology and electron microscopy. This position is considered to be on tenure track. Please see the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure website link in the Shift/Salary/Benefits section of this posting.

Responsibilities

• Establish vigorous independent extramurally funded research programs to complement research strengths and goals of the department and university.
• Develop new methods and technology and work collaboratively with others in the laboratory and in the department.
• Participate in teaching programs for professional and graduate students as well as all other academic and scholarly functions within the department and university.
• Participate in institutional and public service.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

PhD, MD or equivalent from an accredited college or university

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

• Demonstrated success in obtaining external funding for research
• Extensive track record of publications in top scientific journals
• Evidence of a commitment to fostering multidisciplinary collaborations with other academic researchers both inside and outside the university
• Unique, cutting edge technology expertise

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

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 304 students per class. The MCG educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta, with regional clinical campuses for third- and fourth-year students across the state, and two four-year campuses located in Athens (in partnership with the University of Georgia) and in Savannah (in partnership with Georgia Southern University). MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provide more than 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 approximately 575 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.