A detailed curriculum vita
A research plan not to exceed three pages.
A combined teaching and mentoring statement not to exceed two
pages.
The names, titles, and contact information for three
professional references.
All these materials should integrate ideas and efforts that support
UGA’s values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and
service (
https://uga.edu/about/mission
).
Questions related to the position may be directed to the Search
Committee member, Dr. Hitesh Handa (
hhanda@uga.edu ) or to Dr.
Robert Woods (
rwoods@ccrc.uga.edu ).
Applications received by December 01, 2026, will receive full
consideration; review will begin immediately and will continue
until the position is filled. References will be contacted only
after initial screening.
Posting Details
Posting Number
F2854P
Working Title
Associate Professor - Materials Engineering - Next Generation
Materials for Advancing Health
Department
ENGR-Chem Material & Biomed
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of
Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and
is the state’s flagship university
(https://www.uga.edu/) . The
proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff.
The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over
31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional
students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges,
including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
About the School of Chemical, Materials, and Biomedical
Engineering
The College of Engineering is one of the nation’s fastest-growing
public colleges of engineering, with nearly 5,000 engineering and
computing students since its founding in 2012. Within it, CMBE
fosters engineering education in a liberal arts setting and
research that meets critical societal needs. The School offers ABET
-accredited B.S. degrees in Biochemical Engineering and Biological
Engineering, along with M.S. and Ph.D. programs and has grown
rapidly to over 500 undergraduate and graduate students and 20
faculty members. Faculty expertise spans biomaterials, therapeutic
devices, diagnostics, biochemical engineering, biomanufacturing,
and sustainable materials.
Additional information is available at
https://engineering.uga.edu/schools/school-of-chemical-materials-biomedical-engineering/
About the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology
The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences is the heart of UGA’s
learning environment, advancing knowledge, research, and creative
activity across more than 40 departments, schools, and institutes.
Within it, BCMB is a multidisciplinary, research-intensive
department of over 60 affiliated members who lead innovative
programs across the spectrum of biochemistry, including
bioinformatics, structural biology, enzymology, epigenetics, cancer
biology, glycobiology, science education, infectious disease, and
molecular medicine. Faculty have access to extensive resources in
genomics, bioinformatics, cryo-electron microscopy, X-ray
crystallography, NMR, cell production, and mass spectrometry.
Additional information is available at
https://www.bmb.uga.edu
College/Unit/Department website
https://engineering.uga.edu/schools/school-of-chemical-materials-biomedical-engineering/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2027
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
10/22/2026
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information,
national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other
protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with
the accessibility of materials related to this search are
encouraged to contact Central HR (
hrweb@uga.edu ).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25
institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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 08.02.18.01.02 .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in
Board Policy
06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Associate Professor
FLSA
Faculty Rank
Associate Professor
Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status
Tenure Track or Tenured
Minimum Qualifications
- Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in
Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical
Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or another field closely
related to the position.
Additional Requirements
- Candidates considered for the associate professor rank must
have qualifications and academic credentials that are commensurate
with promotion guidelines at the University of Georgia.
- Tenured candidates must satisfy University of Georgia
requirements for tenure.
- For information about the requirements for each faculty rank,
please see the
UGA Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and
Tenure.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or
Certification
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or
Competencies
We seek an accomplished scholar whose research develops innovative
materials at the interface of engineering, materials science,
biology, and human health.
Areas of particular interest include:
- Biomimetic and bio-responsive materials;
- Antimicrobial materials and strategies for preventing
implant-associated infections;
- Materials and interfaces for medical implants and devices;
- Biosensors and responsive diagnostic materials;
- Bio-interfaces and the interactions among materials, cells,
proteins, and microorganisms;
- Advanced material platforms that address clinically important
challenges in infection, tissue integration, sensing, or
therapeutic delivery.
Outstanding candidates whose research complements these areas and
strengthens interdisciplinary materials research at UGA are also
encouraged to apply.
Additional Qualifications:
- A sustained record of high-quality scholarly research and
peer-reviewed publication, success in obtaining extramural research
support, and effective teaching and graduate mentoring.
- Ability to contribute effectively to interdisciplinary research
and education spanning engineering and the molecular and biological
sciences.
- Ability to teach core undergraduate engineering courses in ABET
-accredited programs and to contribute to curriculum development
and program assessment.
- Strong record of interdisciplinary research connecting
fundamental materials design with biological mechanisms and/or
translational applications.
- Demonstrated success in building collaborative research
programs, including multi-investigator initiatives and externally
funded partnerships.
- A proven track record translating fundamental materials
discoveries toward applications in human health.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate
and graduate students.
Physical Demands
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of
financial resources?
No
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?
No
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)
No
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
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information
- Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
- Research Portfolio/Philosophy
Optional Documents
