UGA Postdoctoral Scholars Program: The UGA Future Faculty for Inclusive Research Excellence (FFIRE) Postdoctoral Scholars program is a comprehensive 2-year fellowship designed to recruit, train, and support outstanding postdoctoral scholars pursuing academic careers. The program integrates rigorous disciplinary research training with academic career development, fostering innovation, and inclusivity in UGA’s research community.
- 🌐 Program Name: UGA Future Faculty for Inclusive Research Excellence (FFIRE) Postdoctoral Scholars
- 🎓 Objective: Recruit, train, and support outstanding postdoctoral scholars for academic careers.
- 🤝 Collaboration: Involves faculty mentors leading innovative and interdisciplinary UGA research groups.
- 📚 Training: Offers rigorous disciplinary research training similar to traditional academic postdocs.
- 🌍 Eligibility: Open to faculty and postdocs from all disciplines.
- 🎯 Focus: Encourages projects that directly advance UGA’s strategic research priorities.
- 💡 Funding: Jointly funded by the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, faculty mentors, and research units.
- 🔄 Comprehensive Support: Includes integrated academic career development programming and mentoring.
UGA Postdoctoral Scholars Program: Future Faculty for Inclusive Research Excellence (FFIRE)
Designation: Postdoctoral Scholar
Research Area: All disciplines; projects advancing UGA’s strategic research priorities are encouraged.
Location: University of Georgia (UGA)
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD conferred prior to August 2024.
- Current UGA postdocs are not eligible.
- Strong research training, productivity, and integrity.
- Commitment to innovative and rigorous collaborative research.
- Potential and commitment to pursue an academic career.
Job Description: The postdoc will engage in collaborative, innovative research projects with UGA faculty mentors, aligning with UGA’s strategic research priorities. The fellowship includes academic career professional development in mentorship, grant writing, academic communication, pedagogy, leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, financial project management, and career exploration. Successful applicants will receive a competitive salary, full benefits, and an annual travel award for conferences.
How to Apply:
- Eligible candidates should apply through UGA’s InfoReady Portal.
- Request a guest account here.
- Submit a full application via the application form.
- Application deadline: March 31, 2024 (for August 2024 admission).
- Application requirements include CV, 3 letters of support, research statement, and personal statement.
Last Date for Apply: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but for consideration in the first round of review for August 2024 admission, submit by March 31, 2024.
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