Open Rank at The University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia

Job Description:

Posting Number:

F1586P

Working Title:

Open Rank

Department:

VetMed-Infectious Diseases

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 University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.

College/Unit/Department website:

www.vet.uga.edu

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date:

08/01/2023

Job Posting Date:

02/23/2023

Open until filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are asked to submit the following: (1) a detailed curriculum vitae; (2) a cover letter addressing the candidate's commitment to diagnostic service, research, and teaching; and (3) the name, titles, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants should arrange to have three confidential letters of recommendation submitted. The letters should address the candidate's experience in a diagnostic laboratory setting, research experience, leadership qualities and communication skills.


All application materials must be received by March 31, 2023, to ensure full consideration and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Doris Miller (miller@uga.edu), Chair, Search Committee or Dr. Binu Velayudhan (Binu.Velayudhan@uga.edu), Director of the AVDL.

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 (hrweb@uga.edu).

Classification Title:

Open Rank

Faculty Rank:

Open Rank

Contract Type:

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status:

Tenure Track Negotiable

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have a PhD in microbiology or related field.

Position Summary:

The Athens Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (AVDL), College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA invites applications for a full-time Veterinary Microbiologist with a keen interest in and enthusiasm for diagnostic microbiology and molecular biology. This is a twelve-month faculty position and can be either clinical (non-tenure) or tenure track with appointment at the level of assistant, associate, or full professor in a fully accredited diagnostic laboratory and NAHLN member.


This position will oversee bacteriology, mycology, and molecular biology sections of the AVDL as the Section Head of Microbiology. This position will also be in charge of the Research & Development initiatives of the AVDL. This position would collaborate with faculty within and outside the AVDL toward developing new assay platforms and methodologies, and expanding our services. The AVDL is a fully accredited diagnostic laboratory by the Association of American Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, that is also a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network. The laboratory provides services for veterinarians in the State of Georgia and beyond, and the UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The AVDL performs more than 130,000 tests from more than 53,000 case submissions per year that include specimens from a wide variety of species such as dogs, cats, horses, pigs. small and large ruminants, New World camelids, and occasionally other animal species such as birds, reptiles, etc. The position will have emphasis on diagnostic service, and applied research toward development and validation of novel diagnostic assays and platforms. Teaching opportunities for the successful candidate include graduate, professional and undergraduate level courses offered by the Department of Infectious Diseases and/or Department of Pathology.


The percent commitment for this position would include up to 40% research, 50% diagnostic service, and 10% teaching /scholarly activities. Salary, rank, and terms of appointment will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

Additional Requirements:

For information about the requirements for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, please see the
University of Georgia's Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure.


For information about the requirements for appointment at the rank of Clinical Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, please see the
University of Georgia's Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Clinical Faculty.

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

Preference will be given to candidates with a DVM or equivalent degree and with 1-2 years of experience working in a diagnostic laboratory. Candidates with board certification with the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists, American Board of Medical Microbiology or equivalent or eligibility to take the board examination would be preferred. 1 - 2 years of supervisory experience related to managing a team of diagnostician(s), staff and/or research personnel would be a plus. Preferred candidates will have a commitment to diagnostic services, research, and training new technicians/residents/students.

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

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

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?:

No

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

No

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

Yes

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:

Supervise the overall operations of the Bacteriology/Mycology, and Molecular Diagnostics sections in the AVDL. Contribute to laboratory, college, and university governance through participation in laboratory quality control/quality assurance program and service on various committees. Contribute to the profession through participation in professional organizations and the peer-review journal process.

Percentage Of Time:

50

Duties/Responsibilities:

Conduct research toward development of innovative diagnostic assays for infectious and non-infectious diseases of animals and humans. Validate the new assays and make them ready for specific diagnostic sections of the AVDL to be offered to clients. Participate in collaborative or independent research with UGA faculty and/or faculty at other educational institutions.

Percentage Of Time:

40

Duties/Responsibilities:

Participate in the teaching of microbiology to consulting clinicians, DVM veterinary students, residents, graduate students, and any other interested individuals. Participate in training of new technicians and students on diagnostic microbiology and molecular diagnostics techniques. Engage in other scholarly activities.

Percentage Of Time:

10

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