Professor

Position Details Posting Number: F00278P Classification Title: Professor Position Title: Professor Department: Dean's Office - Institute for Biomedical Sciences College: Institute for Biomedical Sciences Campus: Atlanta Position Type: Full Time Faculty Posting Type: Internal/External About the Department The Institute for Biomedical Sciences is a multidisciplinary research and education institute focused on advancing human health through cutting‑edge research and education programs. It provides interdisciplinary training for the next generation of biomedical scientists and professionals and is ranked among the very best in the nation for scholarly research activities. Position Description The Institute for Biomedical Sciences invites applications for a tenure‑track faculty position at the Professor level to begin in August 2025. The position is open to candidates with a Ph.D. in Biomedical Science or a related discipline who have an exceptional record of achievement in biomedical research, a commitment to biomedical science education, and a strong record of scholarly activity including outstanding external federal funding. Candidates must provide evidence of a successful, internationally recognized research program and of excellence in innovative scholarly research, including student success activities. The role will be supported by competitive start‑up packages and excellent laboratory space. Outstanding candidates may be nominated as Georgia Research Alliance Distinguished Investigators, who are expected to engage in translational and/or economic development efforts in their field. Responsibilities Lead an internationally recognized program in innovative biomedical research. Teach a variety of biomedical science courses offered by the institute. Secure and manage external federal funding. Collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve department and college goals. Mentor students and contribute to interdisciplinary training. Qualifications Required Experience: Academic tenure‑track experience involving research, teaching, and service at a higher education institution, a minimum of eight years for the rank of Professor. Required Education: Ph.D. in Biomedical Science or a related discipline at the time of appointment. Preferred Qualifications: Exceptional record of achievement in biomedical research with outstanding external federal funding; evidence of establishing an internationally recognized research program; expertise in inflammatory and infectious diseases, microbial pathogenesis, vaccine and drug development, immunology, or inflammation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to continue an internationally recognized program in innovative scholarly research; effective teaching skills; strong oral and written communication; collaborative teamwork to achieve departmental or college goals. Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations: None specified. Pre-Employment Requirements: Criminal background check. Employment Details Work Hours: May require non‑standard hours including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, or other campus locations. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Desired Start Date: 08/01/2025. Open Until Filled: Yes. Contact Information Search Chair: Dr. Leszek Ignatowicz, View email address on click.appcast.io. Departmental Contact: LaTina Emerson, View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr