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Behavioral & Social Sciences

Assistant Professor - Department of Anthropology

The Department of Anthropology at Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor to begin August 2023. We seek scholars trained in anthropology who specialize in the critical examination of race and/or the experiences of racialized communities (communities of the global majority). Subfield is open.

Pending budgetary approval, review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Additional documentation may be requested at a later stage. Feel free to contact Dr. Steven Black (sblack@gsu.edu) with any questions about the position.

Georgia State is a Tier-1 research institution located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, a thriving, dynamic, and multicultural urban setting. Georgia State enrolls and graduates one of the most diverse student bodies in the country and has received national recognition for its innovative approaches to ensuring student success. The Department of Anthropology is committed to serving this student body and advancing innovative research by building a diverse faculty. The Department is home to 13 collegial, full-time faculty who represent all four of the major subfields of anthropology; it also hosts engaged and passionate undergraduate majors and a thriving MA program.

The successful candidate will contribute to serving this diverse body of undergraduate and graduate students in collaboration with partners throughout the university and community. We welcome applications from women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

At the time of appointment, applicants are required to have (1) a Ph.D. in Anthropology (subfield open; PhDs in related disciplines may be considered if strong graduate-level training in anthropology is demonstrated) and (2) an active research agenda on the critical examination of race and/or the experiences of racialized communities (communities of the global majority). Preferred qualifications include one or more of the following: a regional focus on North America; an ability to teach academic and career skills in the digital humanities, digital media, or related areas; evidence of effective teaching at the university level; a record of mentoring students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in academia; experience mentoring students in applied or practicing career paths; and training in four-field anthropology. The successful applicant will have research and instructional strengths that contribute to the undergraduate and graduate degree programs in anthropology and a commitment to building an inclusive, welcoming environment for faculty, staff, and students.

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer. It continues to be the policy of the University to implement affirmative action and equal opportunity for all employees, students, contractors, consultants and applicants for employment or admission without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, gender, transgender status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or disability.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following materials as a single PDF to anthsearch22@gsu.edu.

Curriculum Vitae
A cover letter detailing the applicant’s research agenda and teaching philosophy
A diversity statement (approximately one page) pointing to experience working effectively with diverse student populations and/or how the candidate considers diversity in their research program and teaching philosophy.

Additional documentation may be requested at a later stage. Feel free to contact Dr. Steven Black (sblack@gsu.edu) with any questions about the position.

Professor of Race and Ethnicity - Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Georgia State University invites applications for an open rank tenure-track position with preference given to Advanced Assistant, Associate or Full Professor to begin in August 2023. We seek a Sociologist who specializes in the areas of race, ethnicity, and qualitative methods.

Georgia State University is an R1 institution, a member of the University System of Georgia, the Georgia Research Alliance, and the Association of American Universities. Georgia State is located in the heart of downtown Atlanta with an undergraduate population that consists of predominantly racially minoritized and/or first-generation college students. Georgia State has been nationally recognized as a leader in innovation for its efforts in enrolling and graduating one of the most diverse student bodies in the country.

The Department of Sociology at Georgia State is united in our commitment to antiracism and social justice in teaching, research, service and community engagement at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We value interdisciplinary scholarship and collaborations across departments and colleges. Our faculty hold affiliate positions in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, Gerontology, Public Health and the Urban Studies Institute. We serve more than 500 undergraduate majors who in addition to a Bachelor's degree, can obtain a Social Justice Certificate through our department before graduation. The department offers an Applied Master's program designed to build a generation of Public Sociologists and a Joint MA/Ph.D. program which attracts students in the department’s six specialty areas: gender, sexuality, race, health, life course, and urban sociology. Research faculty at Georgia State have a 2-2 teaching load and are expected to mentor undergraduate and graduate students at both the MA and Ph.D. levels.

Essential characteristics of the successful applicant:

A Ph.D. in Sociology or related field
A vibrant research agenda commensurate with rank
A commitment to serving Georgia State's diverse body of undergraduate and graduate students
Ability to teach graduate level courses in race and qualitative methods
A commitment to service at the department, University and discipline level

Preferred Qualifications:

An established research agenda in the areas of critical race theory, intersectionality, and/or systemic racism.

We encourage applications from women; persons from racial, ethnic, LGBTQ+ and other groups underrepresented in academic and professional settings; and individuals with a commitment to mentoring members of those groups. Applicants should submit the following materials as one PDF file to sociologysearch@gsu.edu.

CV
Cover letter
Research statement
1-page diversity statement highlighting your experience working effectively with diverse student populations and articulating how you attend to issues of diversity in your research program.
Teaching statement articulating your philosophy and commitment to mentorship.
Names and contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct any questions about the position to the search committee chair, Dr. Katie L Acosta at kacosta@gsu.edu.

Lecturer Position - Department of Sociology

The Department of Sociology at Georgia State invites applications for a full-time online Lecturer position to preferably begin Spring 2023 for our new Online BA Major Program in Sociology. The candidate must have the appropriate expertise to teach undergraduate Methods and Statistics, as well as two electives of their choosing for this new online program.

Essential Qualifications:

Ability to teach statistics, as well as quantitative and qualitative research methods
Ability to deliver effective online instruction and a commitment to teaching excellence.
Interest in teaching and mentoring students of diverse backgrounds.
A Ph.D. in hand or evidence that a Ph.D. will be awarded by June 2023.

Preferred Qualifications:

An interest in online education and innovation

Applicants Should Submit the Following Material:

Letter of application that details how the qualifications are met.
Curriculum Vitae.
Statement of teaching philosophy.
Sample syllabi.
A detailed statement on how they will facilitate a diverse and inclusive learning environment both in and outside the classroom.
Any additional evidence of teaching effectiveness.
A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and telephone number) who are willing to provide letters of reference.

Please submit all materials electronically to sociologysearch@gsu.edu. The review of applications will begin on November 1, 2022. Application reviews will continue until the position is filled.

Located in downtown Atlanta and designated as a minority-serving institution, Georgia State University has one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is nationally recognized for its record in student success regardless of race, ethnicity, and income level. Lecturers at Georgia State University are full-time non-tenure track faculty with both teaching and service requirements who directly contribute to this mission of educating a highly diverse student body. Lecturers have the opportunity for promotion to Senior Lecturer and Principal Senior Lecturer. Our lecturers are full members of the department’s intellectual community and leadership team. Lecturers in our department serve as coordinators of our core courses and directors of undergraduate programs, lead study abroad trips, and develop academic teams and experiential learning courses. The College of Arts & Sciences supports professional success for all faculty through mentoring programs and representation of faculty from all ranks in college-level program development. Georgia State is an institutional member of the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.

Further information about the Sociology Department. Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity institution and an EEO/AA employer. An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification.

Humanities

Assistant Professor - Center for Research on the Challenges of Acquiring Language and Literacy (RCALL)

Georgia State University invites applications for one anticipated tenure-track (rank of Assistant) faculty position to contribute to its funded Center: Research on the Challenges of Acquiring Language and Literacy (RCALL). This anticipated position is part of a major initiative to enhance existing strengths in language and literacy at Georgia State and continues our successful hiring in this area. The focus of RCALL is research with children and adults, with or without disabilities, who face challenges in acquiring language and literacy. In this university-funded Center, more than 40 faculty members from 8 departments in the Colleges of Arts & Sciences and Education & Human Development come together to engage in interdisciplinary research. The Center’s faculty has a broad range of external funding support including from the Institute of Education Sciences, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation.

We encourage applicants whose program of research addresses basic or applied, conceptual or methodological issues concerning challenges in the acquisition of language and literacy with a particular interest in intervention research. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in special education, psychology, educational psychology, communication sciences and disorders or related areas. The appointment is open to all programs within the Center. The successful applicant will be the individual who is prepared to take advantage of the interdisciplinary collaborative research opportunities available, has a strong record of programmatic research, can obtain external grant support, and has a commitment to, and experience in, the instruction of undergraduate and graduate students.

We are particularly interested in applicants whose research complements other faculty within this Center.

Inquiries may be made to Co-Directors, Dr. Rose A. Sevcik (rsevcik@gsu.edu) or Dr. Daphne Greenberg (dgreenberg@gsu.edu). Submit curriculum vitae, a brief statement of professional goals and research interests, evidence related to teaching interests and effectiveness, and the names and three letters of reference electronically to Keneé Stephens at kstephens@gsu.edu, with the subject line “Language & Literacy Faculty Search.” The review of applications will continue until the position is filled contingent on available funding.

Academic Professional - Intensive English Program in the Department of Applied Linguistics & ESL

The Department of Applied Linguistics/ESL is happy to announce a non-tenure-track position for an Academic Professional position in the Intensive English Program in the Department of Applied Linguistics, starting in Fall 2022.

Georgia State, an enterprising R-1 institution in downtown Atlanta, is a national leader in using innovation to drive student success and research growth. The Department of Applied Linguistics/ESL at Georgia State University invites applications for a non-tenure-track position (Academic Professional) in the Intensive English Program (IEP) in the Department of Applied Linguistics to begin November 1, 2022. The IEP has been serving international students for over twenty years with a content-based award-winning curriculum that emphasizes student-centered learning. The Academic Professional will report directly to the IEP Director and work closely on IEP student and faculty issues, along with current and new special programs, including community-based programs.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for IEP student services, faculty engagement, grant-writing, special program management, and IEP instruction. As an Academic Professional, the position involves 20% teaching and 80% administrative/service.

Essential qualifications for the position include:

A Terminal degree in applied linguistics, TESOL or a related field
Experience in teaching English for Academic Purposes in an IEP at the university level
Evidence of successful teaching in online, hybrid, and in-person modalities in ESL, along with a willingness to explore innovative ways to engage students in all modalities
Interest and experience in managing special programs

Preferred qualifications for the position include:

Experience developing and modifying curricula to best suit the needs of specific student groups and levels
Experience with successfully planning and coordinating short-term programs in English
Active professional engagement within the field of Applied Linguistics and TESOL
A track record of collaboration with colleagues within a program and across programs/units
Experience working on special projects locally (Atlanta community programs) or internationally (government-sponsored and university-to-university programs)
Interest in participating actively in the building of new programs, such as English for Occupational Purposes and ESP programs in academic and non-academic areas.
Overseas experience in EFL or related areas
Bilingual (English plus a second language)

Applicants should submit the following materials:

Cover letter (2 single-spaced pages maximum) that includes an overview of commitment to and experience in ESL/EFL teaching and special program development and management.
A current CV
A statement on diversity/equity/inclusion (DEI) as it relates to the candidate’s experience, the current position, and our field. Applicants should explicitly address their readiness for effectively working with a highly diverse student body, which includes many international, first-generation, and immigrant students, along with their approach to working with graduate students and developing and running special programs
Names and affiliations of three potential referees.

Please include documents 1, 2, 3, and 4 in a single PDF file (LASTNAME.FIRSTNAME.pdf) and submit as an email attachment to Chair, Intensive English Program Academic Professional Search Committee, at esl@gsu.edu. Those applicants short-listed by the search committee will be asked to supply reference letters.

The College of Arts & Sciences supports faculty professional success through mentoring programs and representation of faculty from all ranks in college-level program development. Georgia State is an institutional member of the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity. Complete applications received by 5:00 p.m. on October 7, 2022, will be given full consideration; Review begins October 10, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled.

Work modality and schedule

The Academic Professional reports in person to one of the IEP offices Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Occasional weekend or evening work may be required.

The preferred start date is November 1, 2022, but it will remain open until filled.

Lecturer in Biomedical Ethics - Department of Philosophy

Department of Philosophy, Georgia State University
Lecturer (Tenure-track or similar)

AOS: Biomedical Ethics
AOC: Open, with preference for A.I. Ethics, Neuroethics, Philosophy of Race, Feminist Philosophy, Environmental Ethics, and/or social and political philosophy.

The Department of Philosophy at Georgia State in Atlanta, GA, seeks applications for an anticipated position as a Lecturer. Start date: Fall 2023. The Department is home to a thriving, internationally recognized MA program. Georgia State is a research university nationally recognized for its commitment to undergraduate teaching. Located in the cosmopolitan city of Atlanta, Georgia State has one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation. The University and the Department of Philosophy seeks to recruit and retain a diverse community of scholars, and we encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Lecturers at Georgia State are non-tenure-track faculty positions that are indefinitely renewable and have the opportunity for promotion to Senior Lecturer and Principal Senior Lecturer, based on excellence in teaching and appropriate service. Typical teaching load is 4/4. Roughly half the teaching will be an interdisciplinary undergraduate course in Biomedical Ethics that draws students from Biology, Biomedical Sciences, and Philosophy. Other courses will depend on the teaching expertise of the hire and departmental and university needs.

The Department aims to hire Lecturers long term and has been very successful retaining Lecturers and promoting them to higher ranks. Lecturers are full voting members of the Department (except on decisions regarding tenure-track faculty), and the University and Department fully supports their professional development. Starting salary is expected to be $60,000, depending on experience, with the possibility for additional compensation for summer teaching (10% per course).

Essential Qualifications

Experience and interest in effectively teaching Biomedical Ethics
Ph.D. in Philosophy or related field at time of appointment
Interest in, and preparation for, effectively teaching GSU’s highly diverse student body

Preferred Qualifications

Some background in biomedical sciences or other relevant empirical sciences
Ability to teach A.I. ethics, neuroethics, environmental ethics, philosophy of race, feminist philosophy, and/or social and political philosophy.
Ability to teach in a variety of modalities

Candidates should send as a single PDF file to philsearch@gsu.edu:

Application letter, which includes a statement about their preparation for teaching Biomedical Ethics and for teaching GSU’s diverse student body
CV
Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including at least a teaching statement, sample syllabi (including for Biomedical Ethics), and student evaluations
Names and contact information of at least three references (at least two of whom can speak to the candidate’s teaching abilities)

Questions should be addressed to the chair of the search committee: Andrew Jason Cohen at cohenaj@gsu.edu. For more information about the Department.

Consideration of applications will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by January 10, 2023.

Natural & Computational Sciences

Assistant Professors - Department of Chemistry

Job Summary

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences at Georgia State University (GSU) seeks exceptional candidates for up to two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions.

Georgia State and the Department

Georgia State, a world-class public doctoral research university with more than 54,000 students, is in the heart of downtown Atlanta, Georgia. Georgia State has recently invested significantly into its academic enterprise and is among the Carnegie Foundation’s elite category of Very High Research Activity (R1). Georgia State is ranked No. 1 in public universities for undergraduate teaching and No. 2 for innovation (U.S. News & World Report, 2022).

The Department of Chemistry is a fast-growing program with forty-one faculty. Students and faculty contribute to cutting-edge externally funded research at the interface of chemistry and bio/medical science. Candidates are invited to explore our dynamic/vibrant ongoing research programs, facilities, and resources at research.gsu.edu and chemistry.gsu.edu.

Qualifications For the Position(s)

Essential qualifications: A Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related field, and post-doctoral experience is required. Outstanding research accomplishments, the ability to establish an independent research program with significant extramural funding, an unwavering dedication toward excellence in teaching, and a demonstrated commitment to working with diverse student and faculty populations, are the primary evaluation criteria.

Preferred qualifications for candidates in experimental biophysical chemistry include but are not limited to understanding biological processes, the mechanism of interaction of small molecules with nucleic acids or proteins, large biomolecular motors (machines), or enzyme dynamics.
Preferred qualifications for candidates in bioorganic/medicinal chemistry include but are not limited to research areas of drug design, drug delivery, or understanding complex biological processes.

Georgia State is committed to developing a diverse faculty. Qualified applicants from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

A single PDF file should be sent to: chemfacultysearch@gsu.edu consisting of a cover letter; curriculum vitae; contact information for three referees; research plan/s; teaching philosophy including preferred course(s)/area(s); diversity and inclusion statement (may include previous experience and plans) and estimate of startup needs.

A review of the applications will start on 11/01/22. The position(s) will remain open until filled.

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability, or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Multiple Lecturers - Department of Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science at Georgia State University invites applications for multiple full-time lecturer positions. Each position focuses on providing teaching and service for diverse computer science students. Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate expertise in teaching Computer Science courses. Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Information Technology, Systems, Networks, Databases, Security, and Software Engineering.

Applicants are expected to have the following basic qualifications: 1) a Ph.D. in computer science or closely related fields and 2) the ability to teach Computer Science courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Preference will be given to candidates who are committed to broadening participation in Computing and student mentorship. Applicants are expected to have earned a Ph.D. degree or expected to receive their Ph.D. by December 2023. The anticipated start date is no later than August 2023.

Applications should include 1) a CV, including a complete publication list, 2) a statement of teaching experience and philosophy, 3) a statement on inclusion and diversity in academia, and 4) contact information for at least three references. All materials should be submitted via academicjobsonline.org. The review of applications will commence on October 15, 2022, until the positions are filled. An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification.

Georgia State University is an enterprising public R1 university located in downtown Atlanta, one of the largest and most racially/ethnically diverse cities in the Southeastern U.S. with access to a metropolitan population of over 5 million. A national leader in using innovation to drive student success and research growth and enrolling and graduating one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, Georgia State provides its world-class faculty and more than 50,000 students unsurpassed research, teaching, and learning opportunities. The 2022 U.S. News and World Reports rankings placed Georgia State University as the #2 public institution in undergraduate teaching and the #2 most innovative university in the country.

The Computer Science Department offers programs leading to B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. At Georgia State University, lecturers play a significant role in carrying out the mission of the university. In this aspect, Georgia State University provides a clear career path that includes opportunities for promotion to Senior Lecturer and Principal Senior Lecturer. This path mirrors the process for tenure-track faculty.

Georgia State University, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an equal opportunity educational institution and an EEO/AA employer, and the Department of Computer Science is committed to actively increasing diversity and inclusion in the field of Computing. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. It is our policy to offer equal employment opportunities for all persons without regard to race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

For more information, please contact Dr. Anu Bourgeois (abourgeois@gsu.edu)

Assistant/ Associate Professor Position: Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Department of Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science at Georgia State University invites qualified applications for a tenure-track Assistant/ Associate Professor position to support the development of research in Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (broadly defined) to begin Fall 2023. Applications with expertise in all areas within Trustworthy AI, including but not limited to Safe and Secure AI, Private AI, Robust and Reliable AI, Explainable AI, Human-Centered AI, Responsible AI, and Fairness, Accountability, Transparency, and Ethics (FATE) in AI will be considered. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in computer science or related discipline from a nationally accredited university or international equivalent. Successful candidates must have a strong commitment to academic and research excellence, and an outstanding research record commensurate with the expectations of a major research university. Candidates at the rank of Associate Professor must show evidence of established publication and national/industry funding records.
Georgia State University, the largest in the state of Georgia and an enterprising R1 institution in downtown Atlanta, is a national leader in using innovation to drive student success and research growth. Enrolling and graduating one of the nation’s most diverse student bodies, Georgia State provides its world-class faculty and more than 52,000 students unsurpassed research, teaching, and learning opportunities in one of the 21st century’s leading global cities. Georgia State University is in the heart of one of the largest and most racially/ethnically diverse metropolitan areas in the Southeastern U.S.

GSU’s Department of Computer Science, consisting of 30 research active tenure-track and 10 teaching faculty, offers programs leading to the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees. The Ph.D. program, which first admitted students in 2001, has produced over 150 graduates and has a current enrollment of over 100. The department’s Ph.D. program is nationally competitive and ranks among the best in the Southeast, according to National Research Council data. The M.S. program has over 200 students in M.S. CS and offers a Security and Privacy concentration and a recently approved Certificate in Trustworthy AI, and M.S. Data Science and Analytics (Concentration in Big Data and Machine Learning). The B.S. program is the largest in the university with over 3200 majors.

The Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence program is funded by the university’s Next Generation Faculty Program—a multi-year strategic hiring initiative designed to build core research capabilities by adding faculty excellence in interdisciplinary and innovative research areas. GSU offers an exciting and active interdisciplinary community of scholars in these areas, including those affiliated with the INformation Security and Privacy: Interdisciplinary Research and Education (INSPIRE), the Blumenfeld Center for Ethics, Center for Translational Research in Neuroimaging and Data Science (TReNDS), and the Center for Advanced Brain Imaging. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining an active, funded research agenda, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate’s area of expertise in the Department of Computer Science.

To apply, please visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/23210 and submit (1) a cover letter, (2) an academic CV, (3) statement of research interests, (4) teaching statement that includes candidate’s experience mentoring students under-represented in the sciences, (5) diversity statement, and (6) names and contact information of at least three references. Review of application will begin on December 1, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. In the application letter or teaching material, applicants should explicitly address their readiness for effectively teaching Georgia State’s highly diverse student body, which includes many first-generation college students. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply. The College of Arts & Sciences supports faculty professional success through mentoring programs and representation of faculty from all ranks in college-level program development. GSU is an institutional member of the National Center for Faculty Development & Diversity.
Please direct any questions related to this search to takabi@gsu.edu.

An offer of employment will be conditional on background verification. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. As a campus with a diverse student body, we encourage applications from women, minorities, and individuals with a history of mentoring underrepresented groups in Computer Science.

Assistant Professor in Solar Physics and Astro-Informatics - Department of Physics & Astronomy

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Georgia State University (GSU) is seeking to fill at least one and possibly two tenure-track faculty positions by early 2023 at the assistant professor level.

We are looking for solar physicists with significant expertise in the MHD of the solar corona and flares and/or in Big Data and Machine Learning, along with a desire to enhance Georgia State's solar physics and big data curriculum, with a focus on minority and female education and mentoring. Georgia State tenure-track faculty divide their efforts between research (40%), teaching (40%, including student mentoring), and service (20%, institutional and professional). The new hire(s) will join our Astro-informatics Cluster, a close collaboration between the solar/stellar physics and remote sensing for space sciences groups in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, and the Computer Science department at Georgia State. Our ideal candidate will have a strong background in solar and stellar physics and demonstrated expertise in Big Data analysis and Machine Learning applied in these fields, with evidence of initiative to expand the research of the cluster in related subjects.

One of the positions will be funded for the first five years through NSF's prestigious Faculty Development in the Space Sciences (FDSS) program. NSF support includes summer salary, travel, publications, and graduate student support. The second position will be funded (pending budgetary approval) through the Georgia State Next Generation Program for strategic faculty hiring.

Applicants should have the following basic qualifications: 1) Ph.D. in astronomy, physics, or closely related field, 2) postdoctoral research experience, 3) evidence of the ability to establish and maintain a successful research program, 4) evidence of the motivation and ability to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels with a diverse student body, including the mentoring of women and under-represented minorities, 5) evidence of the ability and desire to work in a large, collaborative environment.

Georgia State University, an enterprising R-1 University, is in the heart of downtown Atlanta, a vibrant and growing international city in the Southeast. The Atlanta area offers an excellent climate with mild winters and pleasant summers, and a cost of living below the national average. Georgia State enrolls and graduates one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and advances innovative research by building a diverse faculty. Georgia State University therefore strongly encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in the physical sciences who will enrich the research, teaching, and service missions of the university. Georgia State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Applications should include 1) a CV, including a detailed publication list, 2) a statement of the candidate’s research interests describing how the proposed research will be synergistic with and complement existing research of the cluster, 3) a statement of teaching experience and philosophy with a focus on inclusiveness and promotion of diversity in science, and 4) contact information for at least three references. All materials should be sent via email to AstroSearch@astro.gsu.edu. Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Dr. Piet Martens at pmartens@gsu.edu. Applications received by October 1st, 2022, will receive full consideration.

Assistant Professor in Condensed Matter Physics - Department of Physics & Astronomy

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Georgia State University (GSU) is seeking to fill a tenure-track position of Assistant Professor in the field of Experimental Condensed Matter Physics covering, but not limited to, any of the subfields of Quantum Information Science, Nanoscience, Nanophotonics, Nanotechnology, and Neuromorphic Computing. An appointment at the Associate Professor level may be considered for qualified candidates. Applicants from both the US and abroad, and from all socio-ethnic backgrounds, are invited to apply. Georgia State University is a “majority-minority” institution, with one of the most ethnically diverse student bodies in the nation. The Department of Physics and Astronomy has a strong commitment to increasing the diversity of its faculty members, and especially encourages applications from persons of underrepresented minorities in the physical sciences, including, but not limited to, women, African-Americans, and Latino Americans.

The successful applicant will be expected to establish a vigorous research program that attracts external funding (essential), teach graduate and undergraduate physics courses at all levels (essential), and mentor graduate (essential) and undergraduate (preferred) student research. Georgia State tenure-track faculty divide their efforts between research (40%), teaching (40%, including student mentoring), and service (20%, institutional and professional). Candidates for this position must possess a PhD in physics or closely related field, post-doctoral experience, and evidence of consequential research scholarship (all essential). Substantial startup research funds are available for the successful candidate. Georgia State physics hosts experimental infrastructure for nano-imaging, 2D materials growth, semiconductor sample fabrication, UV to far-infrared optoelectronics, and low temperature and high magnetic field studies. The local area offers considerable opportunities for scientific collaboration at neighboring institutions including Georgia Tech, Clark Atlanta, Emory University, Spelman College, Morehouse, and the University of Georgia.

Georgia State University, an enterprising R-1 University, is in the heart of downtown Atlanta, a vibrant international city in the Southeast. The Atlanta area offers an excellent climate with mild winters and pleasant summers, and a cost of living below the national average. Georgia State enrolls and graduates one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and advances innovative research by building a diverse faculty. Georgia State University therefore encourages applicants from members of underrepresented groups in the physical sciences who will enrich the research, teaching, and service missions of the university. Georgia State is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter, a curriculum vitae with a comprehensive publication list that identifies their most important publications, description of research interests and future plans, teaching philosophy, and a statement on how they will contribute to a diverse and inclusive atmosphere at Georgia State, which should include a description of previous experience with promoting diversity. Candidates should also submit the names and contact information of at least three potential references, who may be contacted by the search committee to write letters of reference. Applications should be emailed to PhySearch@phy-astr.gsu.edu as PDF attachments. Questions regarding the position can be addressed to Dr. Mike Crenshaw, chair of the search committee, at crenshaw@phy-astr.gsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on 2022 October 1st, and will continue until the position has been filled. Hiring is contingent on confirmation of available funding by Georgia State University.

Research Assistant Professor Position - Department of Biology

The Department of Biology is seeking to fill a new non-tenure track faculty position at the Research Assistant Professor level. Responsibilities include supervising and providing specialized technical assistance to laboratory personnel, performing research experiments, and assisting in the writing and submission of manuscripts and research grants to extramural funding agencies. Qualified individuals must have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Biology, Biochemistry or a related field, have post-doctoral training and research experience, and have a broad background in the area of central and peripheral nervous system regulation of adipose biology and energy balance. Preference will be given to applicants who possess the expertise in studying neuronal regulation of peripheral tissue metabolism and whole-body energy homeostasis, including electrophysiology techniques, optogenetic and chemogenetic approaches, neural anatomy and histological methodologies, single and dual viral tract tracing and traditional tract tracing to identify neuronal circuitry, as well as small animal surgery techniques aimed at understanding adipose tissue biology and function. The successful candidate is also expected to establish an independent research program.

An applicant should submit a cover letter indicating interest in the position, a statement describing relevant experiences and long-term career goals, a resume/CV, a diversity statement that shows the candidate’s willingness to work with diverse colleagues and students, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Confidential inquiries and application materials should be sent to Dr. Bingzhong Xue, Department of Biology, email: bxue@gsu.edu.

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. Additional documentation may be requested at a later stage. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background verification.

Multiple Tenure-Track Faculty Positions - Department of Biology

Life Sciences at Georgia State University is experiencing dynamic growth in multiple departments across the University. The Department of Biology is central to this growth, with excellent research programs in cellular and molecular biology, microbiology, and metabolic physiology, and educational programs across the biology spectrum. We invite applications for two tenure-track positions at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Biology to contribute to this growth. We seek outstanding researchers with expertise in cellular and molecular approaches, systems biology, bioinformatics, and metabolomics to strengthen institutional expertise in microbiology, quantitative biology, and research related to metabolic disorders.

Successful candidates must hold a Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in Biology or a closely related discipline. Successful candidates must demonstrate in their research statement their potential for developing a vigorous extramurally funded research program that will synergize with the research strengths in the Department of Biology mentioned above and have a strong potential for research collaboration across life sciences at Georgia State. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated ability to obtain extramural funding, a strong publication record, and experience mentoring and teaching students from diverse backgrounds.

Selected candidates will be expected to teach graduate and undergraduate biology classes and sustain a vibrant, collaborative, externally funded research agenda. A competitive salary, start-up funds and laboratory space will be provided. Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a detailed research statement including current and future research agenda, a statement of teaching philosophy, a diversity statement that shows the candidate’s aptitude or experience working effectively with diverse student populations, and a list of names and contact information for at least three references to: biologysearch@gsu.edu. Feel free to contact Dr. Hang Shi with any questions about the position using this email address.

Georgia State is an enterprising R-1 university located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, a vibrant international city in the Southeastern U.S. Recent increases in research expenditures and investments in infrastructure have made the University one of the top research institutions in the nation. Our core facilities, animal facilities, a BSL-4 lab and several BSL-3 labs support ongoing research, and extensive interactions and collaborations with other Departments, Centers and Institutes foster strong interdisciplinary research at Georgia State. In 2022, US News and World Report ranked Georgia State as the 2nd most innovative university and had it tied for the number 1 public university for best undergraduate teaching. Georgia State enrolls and graduates one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and has received national recognition for its innovative approaches to ensuring student success. The university and the department are committed to serving this student body and advancing innovative research by building a diverse faculty.

Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. Additional documentation may be requested at a later stage. An offer of employment will be conditional upon background verification.

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