Department Head and Professor of Plant Pathology

1 day ago


Athens, Georgia, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: Department Head and Professor

The Department of Plant Pathology in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to serve as the Department Head and Professor. This is a tenure-track position with a 9-month academic-year appointment and a guarantee of 2 months of additional summer salary.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership and vision for the department's teaching, research, and Extension programs.
  • Support and enhance the department's interdisciplinary and integrative research and Extension programs in fundamental and applied plant pathology.
  • Lead and oversee the department's teaching and academic programs.
  • Administer and manage the allocation of departmental resources.
  • Participate in the development of policy and strategic planning in the college.
  • Contribute to the research, Extension, and/or teaching mission of the department.
Requirements:
  • Ph.D. in Plant Pathology or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching, research, and/or Extension.
  • Current or previous rank of associate professor or professor with tenure.
  • At least five full years in rank at the associate professor level.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current or previous rank of professor with tenure.
  • At least two years of higher education administrative experience.
What We Offer:
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work with a talented and dedicated team of faculty and staff.
  • Access to state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities.
  • The chance to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and education in the field of plant pathology.

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.



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