F1868P
Working Title:
Department Head and Professor – Entomology
Department:
CAES-Entomology
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:
ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The mission of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences is to seek, verify, and apply knowledge related to agriculture and the environment, and to disseminate this knowledge through student education and public outreach programs. CAES is among the best and most established colleges of agriculture in the U.S. In its classrooms, its Agricultural Experiment Stations, and its statewide network of UGA Cooperative Extension offices, the faculty and staff of CAES are dedicated to discovering, teaching, and delivering the science required for healthy living to flourish in Georgia. Agricultural and environmental sciences are only as important as the food you eat, the clothes you wear, and the water and air around you. To improve the quality and guard the safety of life’s necessities, the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences has gathered world-renowned scientists and exceptional students. See https://www.caes.uga.edu/ for additional information.
ABOUT THE ENTOMOLOGY DEPARTMENT:
The University of Georgia, located in Athens, Georgia, is a Research I, land-grant institution in the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1785, the University of Georgia is the state’s largest and most comprehensive educational institution. The campus and community of Athens offer many cultural and recreational opportunities. UGA has approximately 35,200 undergraduates and has been ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top 20 public institutions of higher education in the United States. The main campus is approximately 60 miles from the Blue Ridge Mountains, 185 miles from the coast, and 70 miles from Atlanta, a large, diverse, major metropolitan area. Please visit the University’s website at www.uga.edu for additional information. College/Unit/Department website:
https://www.caes.uga.edu/
Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan:
TRS or ORP
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Benefits Eligible
Advertised Salary:
Competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Anticipated Start Date:
06/01/2024
Job Posting Date:
01/16/2024
Open until filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATION: Nominations are encouraged and will be accepted. Nominations, questions, and/or other inquiries should be directed to Search Committee Chair Dr. Leo Lombardini, Department of Horticulture, Department Head, CAES, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602. Phone: 706-542-0772, Email: [email protected]
Applications received by February 29, 2024, will be assured full consideration; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.
Applicants should submit the following documentation:
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 ([email protected]).
Classification Title:
Department Chair/Head AC
Faculty Rank:
Professor
Contract Type:
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status:
Tenured
Minimum Qualifications:
A Ph.D. in Entomology or a related discipline.
Position Summary:
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences seeks candidates for the position of Professor and Head of the Department of Entomology.
Additional Requirements:
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification:
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:
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?:
Yes
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:
Leadership and Strategic Planning:
Percentage Of Time:
50
Duties/Responsibilities:
Personnel Management and Professional Development:
Percentage Of Time:
20
Duties/Responsibilities:
Resource and Budget Management:
Percentage Of Time:
20
Duties/Responsibilities:
Outreach:
Percentage Of Time:
10
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