The Department of Physiology and Pharmacology in the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a visionary and experienced chair, who will accelerate our upward trajectory and growth. Departmental faculty teach and perform research on the physiological, pharmacological, nutritional, neurological, toxicological, and computational foundations of disease and therapeutics, including systems biology, bioinformatics, and predictive modeling. As such, our research is far-reaching, exploring all aspects of physiology and pharmacology and seeking solutions to some of today’s most pressing health issues. Similarly, our educational mission is dynamic and reaches a growing number of undergraduate, graduate and professional students.
We offer a PhD in Integrative Physiology and Pharmacology, are part of UGA’s Interdisciplinary Toxicology and Neuroscience Programs, and support our home college’s dual DVM-PhD program. We also have a thesis M.S. program in physiology and pharmacology in Comparative Biomedical Science and a non-thesis, professional Master’s program with an area of emphasis in physiology and pharmacology as part of the CBS program. The Department also is home to UGA’s fastest growing undergraduate major, Biomedical Physiology.
Further, the Chair of this department will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Georgia, as new Schools of Medicine and Nursing will be joining the established UGA health-related Colleges of Pharmacy, Public Health and Veterinary Medicine in shared initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
1. Earned doctorate (DVM, MD, and/or PhD) from an accredited institution in a relevant field
2. Successful researcher in terms of scholarly productivity
3. Successful teacher and/or mentor in fields related to physiology, pharmacology, toxicology or neuroscience
4. Qualifications for rank at the Associate or Full Professor level or equivalent
5. Strong written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
1. Administrative involvement at the departmental or higher level is highly desirable
2. Active productive research program
Apply at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/458197. Applicant screening will begin immediately. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by December 14, 2025, 2025; however, screening will continue until the position is filled. The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications stated above; a current resume; and contact information for three references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant).
To provide a nomination or seek additional information, please contact Dr. Fred Quinn at fquinn@uga.edu or 706-542-5790. All inquiries will remain confidential.
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)
