Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F0176P Working Title Assistant/Associate Professor Department FACS Foods and Nutrition About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website https://www.fcs.uga.edu/fdn Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2019 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/17/2018 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected; however, to be assured of a complete review, candidates should submit their application materials by January 15, 2019.

The application packet must include a cover letter of interest that details how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs of the position as well as responsibilities and qualifications detailed in the posting.. In addition to a cover letter, applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant). All applicants must apply online by submitting materials to UGAJobs.

Confidential requests for information may be directed to:
Dr. Jamie Cooper, Chair, Search Committee
Department of Foods and Nutrition
The University of Georgia
180 Dawson Hall
Athens, GA 30602
Jamie.cooper@uga.edu

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Pay Grade FLSA Faculty Rank Open Rank Contract Type Tenure Status Tenure Track or Tenured Minimum Qualifications

Terminal degree appropriate for the discipline.

Position Summary

Assistant/Associate Professor (50% Research and 50% Teaching), 9-month academic year, tenure-track or tenured appointment in the Department of Foods and Nutrition. This individual will: develop a nationally recognized and externally-funded research program; direct and support research programs of graduate students; teach undergraduate and graduate courses; engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research programs with faculty in FDN and related UGA departments/colleges and contribute to activities that serve the department, college, university, the public and the profession.

Additional Requirements

To be considered for the position of Assistant Professor, the applicant must hold an earned doctorate (at time of appointment) in nutritional sciences or a closely-related scientific field. The applicant must have academic background in nutritional sciences and have demonstrated productivity in basic or clinical/basic research. The applicant should have demonstrated scholarly competence and research productivity, or the potential for such.

To be considered for the position of Associate Professor, the applicant must meet the above qualifications, and have attained tenure at a comparable university or have at least four years of experience and an outstanding record of research productivity. To be considered for the Associate Professor level, candidates must demonstrate clear and convincing evidence of emerging stature as a regional or national authority as appropriate for the position.

To be eligible for tenure on appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. They also must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

Faculty expectations for Promotion and Tenure in the Department of Foods & Nutrition are summarized at: https://provost.uga.edu/_resources/documents/Foods_and_Nutrition_2015.pdf. UGA Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure can be reviewed here: https://provost.uga.edu/_resources/documents/UGA_Guidelines_for_APT_4_2017_online.pdf.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Candidates for the Assistant Professor rank that can demonstrate evidence in preparation and submission of external research grants are preferred

Candidates for the Associate Professor rank with at least one funded research grant as PI and at least one year of post-doctoral research experience are preferred.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Does this position have financial responsibilities? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in nutritional sciences. Direct and support PhD and MS level students. Contribute to activities that serve the department, college, university, the public and profession.

Percentage Of Time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Develop a nationally recognized and externally funded research program. Direct and support research programs of PhD and MS level students. Engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research programs with the department and across campus. Contribute to activities that serve the department, college, university, public and profession.

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Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents