Description

External Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 02/02/2026 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit materials through UGAJobs, including:

• Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) describing relevant experience and fit for the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Copy of Transcripts
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• List of 3 references with contact information.

Selected applicants will be required to submit to a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia and provide official transcripts. Candidates that have questions can email: westf@uga.edu.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Lecturer FLSA Faculty Rank Lecturer Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in regenerative medicine, biomedical engineering, bioengineering, developmental biology, animal science, or a closely related discipline.
Position Summary
This is a nine-month, non-tenure track appointment, animal science lecturer (95% teaching) position in the Department of Animal and Dairy Science in collaboration with the Regenerative Bio Science Center, College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at the University of Georgia. The position will be located at the UGA Athens Campus.

The main responsibility of this position is teaching. Research and administrative duties are not required. The teaching assignment is flexible and will be determined in alignment with program needs, departmental priorities, available resources, and the professional interests and goals of both the Regenerative Bioscience program and the strengths of the selected candidate. This position will primarily teach within the RBIO undergraduate program, with additional opportunities to contribute to graduate-level instruction and course development. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening RBIO curriculum by teaching existing courses and developing new classes that align with their expertise and programmatic needs. This could include, but is not limited to, cell and gene therapies, tissue engineering, cell manufacturing, experiential laboratory courses, public service-oriented learning experiences, senior capstone course, or other relevant regenerative bioscience areas of focus. The faculty member is expected to advise and mentor students, enhance career readiness pathways, and foster meaningful industry or community partnerships.
Additional Requirements
This is a renewable position, with the opportunity for promotion to Senior Lecturer based on performance and institutional guidelines. For details on requirements at each faculty rank, please refer to the UGA guidelines for Lecturers at https://provost.uga.edu/wpcontent/uploads/appointment-promotion-guidelines-lecturers.pdf
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based teaching practices and innovative pedagogical approaches, as well as ongoing professional development to continually improve their teaching effectiveness.
• Candidates with expertise in regenerative bioscience curriculum development, including but not limited to stem cell therapies, tissue engineering, and cell manufacturing, are especially encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skill and a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.

Physical Demands 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 responsibility of this position? No 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 Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
This position will primarily teach within the RBIO undergraduate program, with additional opportunities to contribute to graduate-level instruction and course development. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening RBIO curriculum by teaching existing courses and developing new classes that align with their expertise and programmatic needs. This could include, but is not limited to, cell and gene therapies, tissue engineering, cell manufacturing, experiential laboratory courses, public service-oriented learning experiences, senior capstone course, or other relevant regenerative bioscience areas of focus. The faculty member is expected to advise and mentor students, enhance career readiness pathways, and foster meaningful industry or community partnerships.
Percentage Of Time 100

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
5. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents