Assistant Professor - Row Crop Entomologist

Posting Details
Posting Details Posting Number F2567P
Working Title Assistant Professor - Row Crop Entomologist
Department CAES-Entomology
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 Department of Entomology includes 38 faculty, 65 graduate students, 25 undergraduate entomology majors, and 80 undergraduate applied biotechnology majors, with diverse interests from very applied to fundamental studies. We are a multi-campus environment with an excellent reputation in research, extension and teaching. The three campuses of the University of Georgia (Athens, Tifton and Griffin) are multi-disciplinary, multi-agency facilities with access to well-equipped research farms throughout the state. Opportunities for collaboration within the UGA Commodity Teams and with colleagues in other departments and institutions are plentiful and encouraged. The UGA Department of Entomology is an internationally recognized department committed to interdisciplinary research, teaching and extension at local, regional, national and international levels. Our programs encompass basic and applied research on insects and other arthropods in diverse systems including agricultural/urban, medical/veterinary, aquatic and other ecosystems. College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External
Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee
Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/03/2026
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 11/19/2025
Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should submit the following: a cover letter summarizing background and qualifications, detailed curriculum vitae (25-page limit), a one page statement of research experience and interests, and an extension statement outlining experience, interests, and goals. Applicants should also submit names and contact information for three professional references. Complete applications received by December 31, 2025 will be assured of full consideration. Inquiries can be directed to Phillip Roberts, Search Committee Chair, by email at proberts@uga.edu. Location of Vacancy Tifton Area
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