Associate Professor or Professor of Microbiology in Medical Mycology

Posting Number: F2835P

Working Title:

Associate Professor or Professor of Microbiology in Medical Mycology

Department:
Franklin-Microbiology

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Benefits Eligible

08/01/2027

10/07/2026

Yes

Athens Area

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Position Information

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Open Rank
• Faculty Rank:
  Open Rank (Tenure Track)
• Contract Type:
  Academic (9 mo.)
• Tenure Status:
  Tenure Track

Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in Microbiology or a related field.

The Department of Microbiology at the University of Georgia invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position in Medical Mycology at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching, research, and service missions of the Department of Microbiology. Responsibilities include teaching courses in microbiology, mycology, infectious disease, or related topics, as well as participating in service and student mentoring.

The successful candidate will also benefit from participation in the UGA Interdisciplinary Fungal Biology Group, which provides opportunities for scientific exchange, collaboration, and trainee development.

Candidates must have qualifications and academic credentials that are commensurate with the promotion and tenure guidelines at the University of…