Open Rank Faculty- Center for Biotechnology and Genomic Medicine
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Duties - 95% -Conduct cutting edge research in the fields of cardiovascular research, vision research and/or molecular genomics. -Carry out research projects independently; design and execute research experiments, perform data analysis, write manuscripts, and publish results. -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. -Assist with training and supervision of students, postdocs, and technicians.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D., MD, or Ph.D./MD or equivalent; Research experience and extramural funding. -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.
About Us
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.
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.
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
Please upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, Professional References, etc., as one document.
Other Information
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