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.

The Institute of Gerontology is a research institute consisting of more than 25 affiliated faculty from across the University of Georgia. The institute houses the Cognitive Aging Research and Education (CARE) Center, an interdisciplinary, interprofessional research, mentorship, and outreach space that trains students and postdoctoral fellows from a variety of disciplines to become part of the future cognitive aging workforce. The Institute also houses Innovation@CARE, with dedicated space for clinical trials in visual devices, visual function testing, office space, and space to meet with industry partners.

https://publichealth.uga.edu/research/research-institutes/institute-of-gerontology/

Review of applications will begin on May 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are asked to submit the following:

* A detailed curriculum vitae.

* A short cover letter (1-page max)

* A statement of research accomplishments and future goals (2-page max.).

* The names, titles, and contact information for three professional references.
All applications received by May 1, 2024, will receive full consideration.

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 (hrweb@uga.edu).