Athens, Georgia
Posted: 31-Mar-26
Location: Athens, Georgia
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Years of Experience:
Required Education:
Internal Number: F2674P
Posting Number F2674P
Assistant Professor in Comparative Disease Computation and Artificial Intelligence (Tenure Track) Department VetMed-Pathology
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The UGA CVM, founded in 1946, is a recognized leader among veterinary colleges. Ranked among the top five public university veterinary medical programs, over 200 faculty in seven departments welcome 150 incoming professional students annually. While dedicated to training future veterinarians and providing the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services to animal owners and veterinarians, the CVM is also a leader in the investigation of animal and human disease. Equipped with technologically advanced biocontainment facilities, such as the Animal Health Research Center, and a One Health Precision Medicine approach that builds on our research and clinical strengths, the CVM has a total research expenditure of $59.1 million. Nearly $12 million funds vaccine research addressing a range of public health concerns from avian influenza to COVID.
The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community.
College/Unit/Department website vet.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 03/30/2026 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are asked to submit the following: 1) a detailed curriculum vitae, 2) a cover letter (maximum 3 pages), which should contain the candidate’s research statement, and may also include their teaching and/or diagnostic service philosophy, and 3) the names, titles, and contact information for three professional references who will submit confidential letters of recommendation at the applicant’s request. Candidates are encouraged to identify their strengths/experiences in these areas as it relates to research, teaching, and/or service in their cover letter.
All application materials must be received by April 30, 206, to ensure full consideration but will be accepted until the position is filled.
Questions regarding this position may be directed to Dr. Elizabeth Howerth (howerth@uga.edu), Chair of the Search Committee or Dr. James Stanton (jbs@uga.edu), Interim Head of the Department of Pathology.
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 (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Position Information
Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must possess a PhD (or equivalent) in a related field.
Position Summary
The Department of Pathology in the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Georgia invites applications for a nine-month tenure track faculty position with a focus on AI. This position will be tenure track at the rank of Assistant Professor.
The selected candidate will be expected to establish a dynamic, externally funded research program and to contribute significantly to the Department’s research mission through collaborative efforts with other faculty. Areas of interest include AI-driven image analysis and computer vision for digital histopathology, integration of multimodal data (e.g., imaging and molecular ), AI-driven genomics and multi-omics analysis, and generative AI in disease modeling.
The successful applicant will join a team of 21 anatomic pathologists, 5 clinical pathologists, and 3 primary research faculty in addition to a motivated group of anatomic and clinical pathology residents, and graduate students. The Department is committed to excellence in teaching that spans undergraduate, professional, graduate, and resident programs. High quality diagnostic necropsy and surgical pathology services are provided to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital as well as to pet owners and food animal producers in the State of Georgia.
Additional Requirements
For information regarding requirements for faculty ranks, please see the University of Georgia’s Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
Preference will be given to individuals with post-doctoral training or similar research evidence in biomedical science.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
We seek outstanding candidates with an active research program and/or a record of applying computational biology and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to the study of animal and human disease. Candidates may use AI and computational methods as primary drivers of their program or as integrative tools within a broader disease-focused research program. Successful applicants will have a strong foundation in biological systems and the ability to address fundamental or applied questions in the pathophysiology of animal and human diseases.
Candidates should also demonstrate a commitment to teaching excellence, including undergraduate instruction and student engagement. The faculty can apply to affiliate with UGA’s Institute for AI, an interdisciplinary unit that promotes AI across the campus and administers AI degree programs.
Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes 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) Yes 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.
Duties/Responsibilities
The major responsibilities of this position is to establish a dynamic, externally funded research program and to contribute significantly to the Department’s research mission through collaborative efforts with other faculty, as well as teach in the College’s undergraduate, professional and graduate programs and participate in the Departmental service.
Percentage Of Time 100
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Required Documents
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information