Physical Oceanographer Assistant/Associate Professor - Athens, United States - University of Georgia

Description

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
F1773P

Working Title
Physical Oceanographer Assistant/Associate Professor

Department
VPR-Skidaway Inst Oceanography

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 (
).

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

The University of Georgia's Skidaway Institute of Oceanography (SkIO) is a multidisciplinary research institution located on a 700-acre campus on Skidaway Island.

The Institute's primary goals are to further understanding of marine and environmental sciences, conduct leading edge research on marine and coastal systems, and train tomorrow's scientists.

Our campus is also a host to Georgia Southern University's Applied Coastal Research Lab, NOAA Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary, The University of Georgia's Marine Education Center and Aquarium, and The Nature Conservancy.

Skidaway Institute of Oceanography is also home to the R/V Savannah.

The R/V Savannah is operated by the Institute and is a member of the University National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) fleet.

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive.

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2024

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date
09/27/2023

Job Closing Date

Open until filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement (no more than 3 pages), teaching philosophy (no more than 3 pages), and contact information for three references.

Review of applications begins on November 21, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position and application process should be directed to Search Committee Chair, Dr. Dana Savidge ).

This position is available August 2024.

Selected applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia.

Location of Vacancy
Savannah 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 ).