The University of Georgia announces a tenure-track faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor in the Center for Molecular Medicine (CMM) (http://cmm.uga.edu). The mission of the CMM is to better understand the molecular and cellular basis of human disease, and then to use this information for the development of new therapies, cures, and diagnostics. To advance this mission, we are seeking applications from talented and accomplished investigators who exhibit potential for developing vigorous research programs. We seek outstanding scientists who are addressing fundamental biological problems whose research either complements or expands existing strengths in the Center.

Candidates with interests including but not limited to the following areas are expressly encouraged to apply:

• Immunobiology: innate and adaptive immunity, host-pathogen interactions, vaccine development, autoimmunity, cancer immunotherapy

• Neuroscience: neurodevelopment, neurodegeneration, neuroregeneration, synaptic dysfunction, age-related cognitive impairment

• Genomics: cutting edge technology development to study single-cell genomics, spatial genomics, 3D organization and function of the nucleus, functional genomics

• Drug development: high throughput compound screening using physiological and disease models including human organoids

We anticipate that successful candidates will have one or more of the following: a record of postdoctoral work, relevant research background, or independent funding. Successful candidates will be expected to build and maintain a vibrant, extramurally-funded research program that integrates with and leverages the highly collaborative research environment at the CMM and UGA.

An attractive start-up package with highly competitive conditions of employment will be offered. Laboratory space will be located in the CMM Building that is connected to the Complex Carbohydrate Research Center (CCRC). The CMM benefits from strong interactions with UGA researchers at other research centers as well as academic departments on campus.

The University of Georgia (www.uga.edu), ranked in the ‘Top 50 National Universities’ by US News, is a Research 1 land-grant and sea-grant institution located ~70 miles northeast of Atlanta in Athens, Georgia. The city of Athens and its surrounding communities provide an outstanding quality of life (www.visitathensga.com).

Please apply at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/343439. Provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, detailed research plan (2-3 pages), and a description of your teaching/mentoring philosophy (1- page) as pdf documents, as well as names and contact information of 3 references. In describing your teaching/mentoring philosophy you are encouraged to directly address how you will contribute to achieving the mission statement of the University in regards to its call for ‘a commitment to excellence in a teaching/learning environment dedicated to serving a diverse and well-prepared student body’ and for fostering ‘the understanding of and respect for cultural differences necessary for an enlightened and educated citizenry.’ Questions for the Search Committee may be directed to Anna Bighta (Anna.Bighta@uga.edu). Complete applications received by November 27, 2023 are assured full consideration.

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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests