"Director of the Center for Microbial Pathogenesis / Professor"

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number
F00270P

Classification Title
Director SubDivUnit AD

Position Title
Director of the Center for Microbial Pathogenesis / Professor

GSU Information

Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, ranked 2nd most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor’s degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad.

A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels.

With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State’s interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 187 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation’s most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University’s rapid research growth.

Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $3.2 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta’s vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship.

Department

Dean's Office - Institute for Biomedical Sciences

College

Institute for Biomedical Sciences

Campus

Atlanta

Position Type

Full Time Faculty

Posting Type

Internal/External

About the Department

The Institute for Biomedical Sciences is a multidisciplinary research and education institute. The Institute performs cutting-edge biomedical research focused on advancing human health and provides interdisciplinary training for the next generation of biomedical scientists and professionals. The Institute for Biomedical Sciences is ranked among the very best in the nation for 4 consecutive years by a reputable authority, based on scholarly research activities. The Institute is focused on advancing human health through cutting-edge research and education programs. Our world-renowned scientists are committed to finding new and innovative solutions to the world’s major health issues. For further information, please visit https://biomedical.gsu.edu/.

Position Description

The Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University invites applications for Director of Center for Microbial Pathogenesis and professor faculty position to begin in August 2025. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Science or a related discipline. Prospective applicants should have an exceptional record of achievement in biomedical research, leadership, a commitment to biomedical science education, and a strong record of scholarly activity, including outstanding external federal funding. The candidate must provide evidence of the successful establishment of an internationally recognized research program and of excellence in innovative scholarly research, including student success activities. All areas of Biomedical Science will be considered, with preference given to candidates with expertise in the areas of microbial pathogenesis, inflammatory and infectious diseases, vaccine and drug development in infectious diseases, immunology, and inflammation. New faculty members will be supported by competitive start-up packages and excellent laboratory space. Outstanding candidates will have the opportunity to be nominated as Georgia Research Alliance Eminent Scholar. GRA Eminent Scholar are expected to engage in translational and/or economic development efforts in their field.

Required Experience

Academic experience on the tenure-track, involving leadership, research, teaching, and service at a higher education institution, is required for a minimum of 10 years.

Required Education

Ph.D. degree in Biomedical Science or a related discipline at the time of appointment

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

Prospective applicants should have an exceptional record of achievement in leading biomedical research, a commitment to biomedical science education, and a strong record of scholarly activity, including outstanding external federal funding. The candidate must provide evidence of the successful establishment of and leading an internationally recognized research program and of excellence in innovative scholarly research including student success activities. All areas of Biomedical Science will be considered with preference given to candidates with expertise in the areas of microbial pathogenesis, inflammatory and infectious diseases, vaccine and drug development in infectious diseases, immunology and inflammation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to lead an internationally recognized program in innovative scholarly research in translational biomedical science in particular in microbial pathogenesis.
• Ability to effectively teach a variety of biomedical science courses offered by the institute.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve discipline, department, or college goals.

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc

None specified.

Pre-Employment Requirements

A criminal background check is required.

Work Hours

The position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).

Salary

Commensurate with experience

Search Chair Contact info

Dr. Cynthia Cornelissen, ccornelissen@gsu.edu

Departmental contact for assistance

LaTina Emerson lemerson@gsu.edu

Job Duties

(Not specified in detail)

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
08/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)
(None)

Open Date
12/20/2024

Review of Applications Begins
01/06/2025

Close Date
(None)

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions Summary

Apply at:
https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/5175

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
1. Resume/CV
2. Letter of Intent/Cover Letter
3. Philosophy of Teaching/Teaching Portfolio
4. Research Statement/Research Portfolio