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Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor
Statesboro, GA
Job Description
Non-Tenure Track Assistant Professor
Job ID: 269338
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!
Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
Location
Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
Department Information
The Institute for Water and Health
Asli Aslan, MSc, PhD
912-478-2565
Job Summary
Reporting to the Institute for Water and Health Director, the successful candidate will contribute to the IWH's mission on providing scientific and technological solutions to support a collective vision of safe water, sustainable environment, and resilient communities. Successful applicants are expected to develop an independent and sustainable scholarly research program in one or multiple areas of (but not limited to): wastewater epidemiology; microbial source tracking; drinking water safety; climate change and coastal environmental health research; or developing sustainable water and wastewater treatment technologies. They are also expected to mentor student researchers, and participate in outreach and training activities of IWH. Demonstrated experience in developing proposals for extramural funding, publishing in quality peer-reviewed journals, and presentations in relevant professional meetings is necessary. As a part of multidisciplinary IWH team, the successful candidate will have access to state-of-the-art IWH laboratory facilities, resources, and networks. The position will require occasional short-term travel for conducting research and outreach, meetings with stakeholders and other agencies regarding assigned projects, and includes public presentations of project deliverables. This is a 12-month, non-tenure track position with a 100% research appointment.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Developing and submitting timely research proposals to obtain extramural funding for cutting-edge research
Conducting and managing ongoing and new research projects
Publishing peer-reviewed manuscripts in professional journals
Conveying study results and recommendations to scientific audiences, stakeholders, and decision makers
Developing training programs and seminars for water professionals
Required Qualifications
Earned doctorate degree (PhD or equivalent) in natural sciences, environmental engineering, public health, or other closely related fields
Proficiency and experience in water research (water quality assessment, water resource management, or related areas)
Demonstrated research experience from designing research questions to dissemination of results
Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives
Preferred Qualifications
Previous post-doctoral experience in water research
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.
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
Conditions of Employment
Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.
Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Other Information
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Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
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