Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, the Associate Directorrequires 10% effort in Teaching, 60% effort in Scholarship, and 30% effort in Service to assist in growing the CBRI and its collaborations.The position is a 12-month, tenure-track appointment.

Required Qualifications

A terminal degree, including Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. or other science or health-related terminal degree (i.e., Pharm.D., D.V.M., D.D.S., D.M.D., D.P.H.). Extensive research experience in biomedical sciences, biology, biochemistry, or a related field working in an academic, industrial, or government research setting commensurate with the appointment of Associate Professor or Professor in an appropriate academic department at Georgia Southern University. in an appropriate academic department at Georgia Southern University At least 5-10 years of experience leading successful cross-disciplinary research teams, as evidenced nationally and, preferably, internationally. Experience in, or at least a firm understanding of, the range of scientific disciplines and areas represented by CBRI's mission. Acute understanding of the priorities, operation, and strategies of securing externally funded grants and contracts to support research. Proven capacity to successfully mentor and develop early-career researchers. History of successful and effective staff management and professional development. A strong track record of external funding in the range of scientific disciplines and areas represented by CBRI¿s mission. Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives. Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development. Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline. Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor level is required for the rank of associate professor along with a strong record of research and service with publications and presentations in professional venues. Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the associate professor level is required for the rank of professor along with a strong record of research and service with substantial publications and presentations in professional venues.

Preferred Qualifications

Extensive research experience at a research-intensive university. Successful and sustained record of achieving high levels of research-based funding as a Principal Investigator. Existing externally funded research in areas of science represented by CBRI and the potential to maintain funding while serving in the Associate Director position. Experience developing and leading successful partnerships with any or all the following external partners: peer universities, healthcare organizations, corporations, governmental agencies, community-based organizations, and concerned individuals. A record of pursuing and supporting technology transfer and licensing, and economic development activities. For the rank of Professor, a record of leading innovative interdisciplinary research collaborations, multiple funded grants over the past five years as PI and a publication record in significant Q1 journals must be realized. A history of success in teaching, research, and service that supports the professor rank at Georgia Southern

Proposed Salary

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled Screening of applications begins May 19, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025.