Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 09/02/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications received before October 4, 2025 will be given full consideration.

Applicants are asked to submit the following information along with their application:

• A cover letter (not to exceed one page) addressing the candidate's experience relative to the responsibilities of the position.
• A detailed curriculum vita.
• A teaching statement not to exceed 2 pages.
• A research plan not to exceed 2 pages.
• The names, titles, and contact information for three professional references.

Questions related to the position may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. William S. Kisaalita at [email protected]
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 ([email protected]).
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in an engineering discipline.
Position Summary
The College of Enginering at the University of Georgia (UGA) invites applicants for a 9-month tenure-track assistant professor position within the School of Chemical, Materials, and Biomedical Engineering (CMB) to begin January 1, 2026. This position will be expected to perform a full time effort of 55% research, 40% instruction, and 5% service.

The development of next-generation biocompatible medical devices that resist clinical complications with thrombosis, infection, and immune response is critical to improving patient outcomes and long-term clinical performance. The College invites applications from outstanding candidates whose research integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address these challenges in cardiovascular biomaterials and related areas. We are especially interested in candidates whose work advances understanding of cell-material interactions, endothelialization, and thromboinflammation, and who apply this knowledge to the design of innovative medical device technologies. Areas of interest include anti-biofouling surface coatings, controlled drug delivery, biocompatibility testing, and immunomodulatory biomaterials.

The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate closely with the newly formed Biointerface Translation and Engineering Center (BTEC) within the UGA College of Engineering to accelerate the development of high-performance medical device technologies and systems to address unmet clinical needs.

The successful candidate is expected to:

(1) Establish an outstanding, internationally recognized research program

(2) Foster and establish collaborations and partnerships within and outside the College of Engineering, as well as industry,

(3) Exhibit a strong commitment to teaching excellence at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and

(4) Compete successfully for extramural funding to support research and a companion graduate and postdoctoral training program

Additional Requirements Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
The preferred candidate will hold a Ph.D. in an engineering discipline with interdisciplinary expertise in biomaterials, surface engineering, and translational medical device development. Competitive applicants will have a strong record of innovative research and advancing technologies toward clinical applications.

Candidates should demonstrate expertise in surface engineering, animal modeling, and translational research, with a strong interest in commercialization and technology transfer. Interdisciplinary approaches that integrate bioinspired design and bridge fundamental materials science with clinical application are especially encouraged.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands
Typical lab and office environment
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.

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Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
5. Research Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents