University of Georgia
Location
Athens, GA | United States
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Position Details Posting Number G/R18253P Working Title Infectious Disease Forecasting Postdoctoral Position Department Ecology-Ctr Ecol of Infec Dis About the University of Georgia Since 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 Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/15/2022 Posting Date 07/18/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement The 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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]). Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Design and conduct research in infectious disease forecasting. Percentage of time 70 Duties/Responsibilities Write scholarly articles and present research at CEID events as well as external meetings. Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities Assist with collaborative projects, including the forecasting working group and CEID initiated research proposals. Percentage of time 15 Position Details Position Information Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary The CEID Postdoctoral Scholar will serve as a scientist-in-residence, working on research projects with the CEID Infectious Disease Forecasting Working Group. Scholars will write scholarly articles and seek to publish research findings in academic journals. Research will also be shared to CEID members during workshops and other events, and to the greater scientific community through presentation at external conferences when appropriate. The selected individual(s) will have access to world class faculty and research scientists and an assigned faculty mentor, technical support for computational projects, and the opportunity to participate in CEID activities including workshops, seminars, collaborative projects and working groups. CEID Postdoctoral Scholars will either take a leadership role in an existing working group, or form a new working group(s) based on research areas of interest to the individual and other CEID members. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position PhD in Ecology or related discipline, relevant to infectious disease research; 0-6 years in Postdoctoral experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Candidates with strong quantitative skills and a background in ecology, evolution, or infectious disease biology are especially encouraged to apply. Physical Demands Traveling to/from buildings around campus as needed for meetings - primarily in the vicinity of the CEID Offices and the Odum School of Ecology. Occasional off-campus travel for research, conferences, etc. Is this a Position of Trust? No 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 requirement of this position? Yes 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) No Contact Information Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Madison Wilson Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Job tags
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