Associate Professor- Transdisciplinary Research Initiative in Inflammaging & Aging (TRIBA)

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

13 paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Retirement plans

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Job summary

Augusta University's Department of Medicine seeks an outstanding candidate for a tenure-track Associate Professor role within the Transdisciplinary Research Initiative in Inflammaging and Brain Aging (TRIBA). The appointment emphasizes building an innovative, independent research program and securing extramural funding from NIH, foundations, and industry.

The candidate should have an MD, PhD or equivalent, with significant research leadership experience and a track record in aging-related

Qualifications

• MD/PhD or equivalent degree appropriate to role.
• Board eligible or board certified in relevant field.
• At least five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training/experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop an independent, funded research program aiming for NIH R01/RF1 or equivalent grants.
• Participate in teaching and mentorship of graduate students and trainees.

Education

MD/PhD or equivalent

Job description

Associate Professor- Transdisciplinary Research Initiative in Inflammaging & Aging (TRIBA)

Job ID: 255457

Location: Augusta University

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

Job ID: 255457Position #: 40028733The Department of Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University is seeking outstanding applicants for a tenure track position to join the faculty within the new Transdisciplinary Research Initiative in Inflammaging and Brain Aging (TRIBA). The research expertise of qualified applicants should be within or complementary to the existing research expertise in the various disciplines related to aging. The successful candidate will be expected to establish and develop an innovative and independent research program that will attract and maintain extramural funding from government agencies (e.g. the National Institute of Health), private foundations, and industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop a successful research program, with the expectation of obtaining one NIH R01 or RF1 grant, or one other major grant as Principal Investigator, with direct cost revenues of $200,000 - $300,000 per year up to 4-5 years; from Year 4 and forward, the expectation is to be PI or MPI on at least one RO1 or equivalent and havelaboratory grants exceed $400K/year in direct costs. Participate in teaching at the Medical College of Georgia and/or the Graduate School. Mentor graduate students.

Required Qualifications

All Medical College of Georgia faculty should be Board Eligible – Board Certified and have a MD, PhD, or equivalent appropriate degree commensurate with role.

Associate Professor- aminimum of five years at rank of Assistant Professor or comparable training, background, and experience.

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

Please reference the Augusta University Promotion & Tenure guidelines as well as the MCG Promotion & Tenure guidelines for guidance on requirements for promotion and/or tenure at: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/faculty-support-ser/procedures/augusta_university_promotion_tenure_guidelines_feb_2020.pdf https://www.augusta.edu/hr/faculty-support-ser/procedures/2022_2023_mcg_promotion_tenure_guidelines.pdf

Required faculty employment qualifications for all USG institutions and all academic ranks within these institutions shall be:

• Consistent with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)'s requirements for institutional accreditation; Evidence of ability as a teacher; Evidence of activity as a scholar and ability in all other duties assigned; Successful experience (which will necessarily be waived for those just entering the academic profession who meet all other requirements); and, Desirable personal qualities judged on the basis of personal interview, complete biographical data, and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in biomedical related disciplines from an accredited college or university; Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; Demonstrated human research experience (publications in peer-reviewed journals, and extramural funding).

Shift/Salary/Benefits

This position is fiscal year based and works year-round. The intended work commitment or full-time equivalent (FTE) for this position is 1.0 and considered full-time.

Salary and compensation is commensurate with education, experience, and achievements. The salary is subject to availability of funds.

Comprehensive benefits include:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 13 paid holidays
• vacation leave
• sick leave
• generous retirement plans
• tuition waiver
• wellness options
• much more

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.

Rank and salary are determined at the time of hire and are based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, education, credentials, specialty, training, etc. while also considering internal equity and market data.

Advancement through the faculty ranks at Augusta University is only through the annual Promotion and Tenure process in which faculty may apply if eligible (typically five-year increments). For more information on ranks, please review the Augusta University Promotion and Tenure Guidelines: https://www.augusta.edu/hr/faculty-support-ser/procedures/augusta_university_promotion_tenure_guidelines_feb_2020.pdf

College/Department Information

TheMedical College of Georgiais one of the nation's largest medical schools by class size, with 260 students per class. The educational experience is anchored by the main campus in Augusta,regional clinical campusesfor third- and fourth-year students across the state and a second four-year campus in Athens in partnership with the University of Georgia. MCG's expanding partnerships with physicians and hospitals across Georgia currently provides about 350 sites where students can experience the full spectrum of medicine, from complex care hospitals to small-town solo practices. MCG and its teaching hospitals also provide postgraduate education tomore than 500 residents and fellows in 50 different Accreditation Council forGraduate Medical Education-approved programs. Our researchers and clinicians focus on what most impacts the health of Georgia's and America's children and adults, including cardiovascular biology and disease, cancer, neurosciences and behavioral sciences, public and preventive health, regenerative and reparative medicine, personalized medicine and genomics. Our physician faculty also share their expertise with physicians and patients at about 100 clinics and hospitals statewide.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

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

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a background check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.