University of Georgia
Postdoctoral Associate AD
University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting NumberG/R02385P
Working TitlePostdoctoral Associate AD
DepartmentCAES-Plant Pathology
About the University of GeorgiaSince our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment TypeEmployee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date07/01/2019
Posting Date04/29/2019
Closing Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of VacancyAthens Area
EOO StatementThe University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
USG Core Values StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/ResponsibilitiesDevelop assays for the rapid molecular detection of azole-resistant strains of Aspergillus fumigatus in environmental samples and monitor antifungal resistance of human pathogens in agricultural environments.
Percentage of time75
Duties/ResponsibilitiesCommunicate regularly with the PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the project.
Percentage of time10
Duties/ResponsibilitiesPresent results to the scientific community and for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Percentage of time10
Duties/ResponsibilitiesTrain graduate students, undergraduate students, and other researchers in the lab on methods and techniques as needed.
Percentage of time5
Position Details
Posting NumberG/R02385P
Working TitlePostdoctoral Associate AD
DepartmentCAES-Plant Pathology
About the University of GeorgiaSince our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment TypeEmployee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date07/01/2019
Posting Date04/29/2019
Closing Date
Open Until FilledYes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of VacancyAthens Area
EOO StatementThe University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
USG Core Values StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/ResponsibilitiesDevelop assays for the rapid molecular detection of azole-resistant strains of Aspergillus fumigatus in environmental samples and monitor antifungal resistance of human pathogens in agricultural environments.
Percentage of time75
Duties/ResponsibilitiesCommunicate regularly with the PI regarding research and other issues relevant to the project.
Percentage of time10
Duties/ResponsibilitiesPresent results to the scientific community and for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Percentage of time10
Duties/ResponsibilitiesTrain graduate students, undergraduate students, and other researchers in the lab on methods and techniques as needed.
Percentage of time5