Associate or Full Professor

Posting Number : F2185P

F2185P

Working Title :

Associate or Full Professor

Department :

Pharmacy-Clin & Admin Pharmacy

About the University of Georgia :

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https : / / www.

uga.edu / ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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 employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students.

Academic programs reside in 18 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 :

The College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia (UGA) is a distinguished institution known for its excellence in pharmacy education, research, and community service.

We are at the forefront of pharmaceutical research, with faculty and students engaged in groundbreaking studies that contribute to advancements in healthcare and medicine.

Research areas include drug discovery, pharmacology, and clinical pharmacy. The college is highly ranked, placing 15th out of 141 pharmacy programs nationwide according to US News & World Report, underscoring our reputation for excellence.

These elements make the UGA College of Pharmacy a unique and enriching place for students to pursue their pharmacy education and careers.

College / Unit / Department website :

https : / / rx.uga.edu /

Posting Type : External

External

Retirement Plan : TRS or ORP

TRS or ORP

Employment Type : Employee

Employee

Benefits Eligibility :

Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date :

08 / 01 / 2025

Job Posting Date : 10 / 31 / 2024

10 / 31 / 2024

Open until filled :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Applications received by January 3, 2025 will receive full consideration. Interested individuals should submit the following information as a single PDF file in the Other Documents #1 section :

• A cover letter addressing the candidate’s experience relative to the responsibilities of the position with a summary of research accomplishments and future goals
• Curriculum vitae
• A statement outlining teaching philosophy and instruction and mentoring experience
• The names, titles, and contact information for three professional references

Questions about the position should be directed to :

Randall Tackett, Ph.D. Professor The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy 250 West Green Street Athens, GA 30602 Phone : 706-542-5415 [email protected]

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.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

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The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office.

Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https : / / www.

usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18 personnel conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https : / / www.

usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Classification Title :

Open Rank

Faculty Rank :

Open Rank (Tenure Track)

Contract Type : Academic (9 mo.)

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status :

Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications :

Ph.D. degree in a pharmacy-related or biological sciences field and / or Pharm.D.

Position Summary :

The Department of Clinical and Administrative Pharmacy is seeking an outstanding candidate to join our faculty and provide leadership in clinical practice, teaching and scholarly activity.

The position is a 9-month, tenure track position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. This position will be located in Athens, Georgia.

The primary duties of the faculty member include teaching in the undergraduate, professional (Pharm.D.), and graduate (Ph.

D.) programs; establishing an extramurally funded research program, and providing leadership within the department to advance excellence in its research and educational programs.

Additional Requirements :

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree, ideally in a pharmacy-related or biological sciences field, and / or Pharm.D., and one year of post-graduate training.

To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an associate or full professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution.

Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire. Please see UGA and Promotion & Tenure unit criteria for academic rank faculty at https : / / provost.

uga.edu / faculty-affairs / promotion-tenure-evaluation / academic-rank /

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Priority will be given to those with quality teaching and innovations, a track record of research, expertise in anatomy, physiology, and / or pathophysiology, and a strong grantsmanship track record.

Physical Demands :

Physical demands are associated with laboratory work and may include :

• Occasionally required to remain seated in a normal position for long periods
• Regularly required to walk about
• Regularly required to maintain balance while walking, standing, crouching, or running
• Routinely required to reach up and out with hands and arms
• Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally express information or instructions
• Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects, type, pick up objects, move objects, or hold objects
• Routinely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and / or crawl
• Regularly required to climb stairs and / or ladders
• Occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds and carry a distance of 10 feet
• Occasionally required to push and / or pull up to 50 pounds at a distance of 10 feet
• Routinely required to stand for long periods
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Depth perception and the ability to judge distances and spatial relationships
• Adjustable focus

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

Does this position require a P-Card? :

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

Is driving a responsibility of this position? :

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

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 .

Background Investigation Policy :

• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties / Responsibilities :

Support the delivery of the undergraduate, professional, and graduate programs of the College of Pharmacy

Percentage Of Time :

Duties / Responsibilities :

Develop and maintain a nationally recognized program of research

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Duties / Responsibilities :

Support the service mission of the College of Pharmacy

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