Lecturer in Comparative Biomedical and One Health Sciences – Poultry Science

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Working Title Lecturer in Comparative Biomedical and One Health Sciences – Poultry Science Department CAES-Poultry Science 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 University of Georgia is in Athens, Georgia, 65 miles northeast of Atlanta ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). The university, a land-grant/sea-grant university, is ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 edition of America’s Best Colleges. The university is recognized as a research-intensive and community-engaged institution by the Carnegie Foundation. The Department of Poultry Science ( https://poultry.caes.uga.edu ) is a unit of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Athens offers a rich cultural environment interconnected with the university and is perennially identified as one of America’s most livable cities ( http://www.visitathensga.com/about-athens/ ). College/Unit/Department website https://poultry.caes.uga.edu/ Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2027 Job Posting Date 11/04/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should submit the following documentation in electronic format: (1) letter of application; (2) curriculum vita inclusive of teaching experience; (3) Graduate School transcripts (4) a list of references with contact information, (5) 1 to 2-page statement of teaching philosophy inclusive of current/future course development opportunities. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 6, 2027, and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. The position has a start date of August 1, 2027. Questions regarding the position should be addressed to Dr. Casey Ritz, Associate Department Head, critz@uga.edu. The selected candidate will be required to submit to a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with UGA . 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 ). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02 . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom . Classification Title Lecturer Faculty Rank Lecturer Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Poultry Science, Animal Science, Biological Sciences, Physiology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, Infectious Disease, Veterinary Medicine, One Health, a DVM or a closely related field by the start date of employment. Position Summary The Department of Poultry Science at the University of Georgia is seeking applicants for a Lecturer in Comparative Biomedical and One Health Sciences. The position is a nine-month academic-year promotable track position with a 95% Teaching and 5% Service appointment. The primary responsibility of this position is undergraduate teaching. Research responsibilities are not required. Teaching assignments will focus primarily on supporting the Avian Biology and Biological Sciences undergraduate majors through instruction in foundational biological science and pre-health coursework. Course examples could include comparative anatomy/physiology, health related diagnostics, comparative and ecological adaptation, animal agriculture and public health, amongst others supportive of campus wide efforts to pre-health majors. Additional courses are needed to be developed to expand One Health/pre-health instruction and could include that of the use of animals as biological models for animal health, animal well-being assessment, human-animal interactions in health and disease and/or ecological issues relevant to One Health. The teaching assignment will remain flexible to accommodate evolving curricular needs and enrollment growth. Responsibilities include classroom and laboratory instruction; course development; assessment of student learning; participation in curriculum development; and service to the department, college, and university. Full-time lecturer track positions at UGA are expected to ultimately teach a minimum of 18 and a maximum of 24 credit hours p

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