Overview
The Department of Environmental Health Science in the College of Public Health at the
University of Georgia seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor. This is an academic year (9
month) appointment with a starting date by August 1st, 2026 and the opportunity to
supplement salary through external grant funding of summer salary.
We seek applicants with a strong academic record in teaching, research, and service in
environmental health with a focus on computational analyses and One Health. Integrated
research bridging human-, animal-, and/or environmental and ecological systems via
computational and/or integrative –omics technologies is especially encouraged. Minimum
qualifications include a doctoral degree in environmental health or a related discipline (e.g.,
biology, environmental science, toxicology, etc.) and relevant research experience. Preferred
qualifications include: excellence in teaching and working with students, evidence of ability to
submit strong (fundable) extramural grant proposals, ability to produce and communicate
research, and at least two years of postdoctoral training. A commitment to inclusive excellence
is expected. The successful candidates will be required to teach undergraduate and graduate
courses. Candidates with exceptional qualifications may be considered for appointment at the
rank of Associate Professor.
About University of Georgia, College of Public Health, Environmental Health Science Department
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 3,100 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 formed School of Medicine.
