Assistant Professor; s in Physiology

Overview

The Department of Physiology and Pharmacology at the University of Georgia, College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for two tenure track faculty positions at the Assistant Professor rank. We seek outstanding candidates with active research programs applying innovative approaches, including animal/human models of disease as well as computational biology and/or emerging AI technologies in the study and instruction of physiology. Scientists who address fundamental or applied questions in cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, or gastrointestinal physiology are encouraged to apply.

Each candidate will be expected to establish a dynamic and externally funded research program as well as contribute significantly to the Department’s teaching mission in undergraduate, graduate or professional DVM courses. Special importance is placed on instruction in the Biomedical Physiology undergraduate major. Candidates will mentor graduate and undergraduate students as well as postdoctoral research associates.

Establish and maintain a dynamic externally funded research program. Contribute to the Department’s teaching mission across undergraduate, graduate, and professional DVM courses. Mentor graduate and undergraduate students as well as postdoctoral research associates. Teach with emphasis on Biomedical Physiology undergraduates.

• A doctoral degree in Physiology or a related field.
• Two years postdoctoral experience in Physiology or a related field, along with at least 1 year of teaching experience.

• All candidates must have a publication record appropriate for the rank.

• An ideal candidate will have a research program with an emphasis in either cardiovascular, renal, respiratory or gastrointestinal physiology and knowledge of computational biology approaches.
• Commitment to teaching excellence and student engagement.

Applicants should submit a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and contact information for at least three references. Apply at  Applications received by February 24, 2026 are assured full consideration. An attractive start-up package with competitive conditions of employment will be offered. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2026.