Multiple Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor Faculty Positions in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering

Indiana University, United States

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Location: Indiana, PENNSYLVANIA
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Title Multiple Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor Faculty Positions in Biomedical Sciences and Engineering
Appointment Status Tenure Track
Department IU Bloomington Vice Provost For Faculty Affairs
Location Bloomington
Position Summary
Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) is engaged in a multi-year initiative to increase the breadth and scope of its faculty in biomedical sciences and engineering. We are inviting applications for multiple tenure-track faculty positions in biomedical engineering, bioengineering or associated applied biomedical sciences at the assistant professor rank to be part of one or more departments, including Intelligent Systems Engineering , Computer Science , Informatics , Physics , Chemistry , Biology , and Mathematics .
We welcome candidates specializing in computational, theoretical, experimental, clinical, or translational research. Candidates should complement one or more of Indiana University’s existing strengths as well as new initiatives in synthetic biology, chemical biology, biohealth informatics, and toxicology. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, computational modeling of living systems, biomedical digital twins, organoids, cell, immune and tissue engineering, biomedical and bioinspired robotics, sensors and bioelectronics, biomedical control, advanced imaging, and nano-scale technologies. Candidates interested in entrepreneurial activity are encouraged.
Successful applicants will be expected to engage in collaborative and transdisciplinary teaching and research. These are 10-month appointments, with a preferred start date of August 1, 2024, although alternative dates can be negotiated. For full consideration, apply by March 1st, 2024. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled and will be evaluated from the date of submission.
Responsibilities: Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) is seeking dedicated Tenured/Tenure-Track faculty members who will contribute to enhancing the academic distinction of their departments. Key responsibilities include:
  • Research Excellence: Develop and maintain a dynamic research portfolio. This involves securing significant external research funding, leading cutting-edge research as a principal investigator, and collaborating effectively with other researchers.
  • Teaching and Mentorship: Engage in teaching and mentoring a diverse student body at both undergraduate and graduate levels, focusing on expanding the educational opportunities available for Indiana University students.
  • Service and Engagement: Contribute actively to the department, school, and university through service roles. Involvement with professional communities and/or local community initiatives is expected.


    • These positions are based at the IUB campus in Bloomington, Indiana. Faculty members are expected to work on campus to fully engage with the department, school, campus, and community.
    Indiana University evaluates tenure and promotion based on performance in research, teaching, and service. All faculty hired under this initiative are expected to excel in research and demonstrate strong performance in teaching and service. In addition, candidates are encouraged to actively engage in technology transfer, collaborate with industry partners, and contribute to company development, reflecting our commitment to practical impact and innovation in research.
    Basic Qualifications
    Qualifications: Candidates must possess a doctoral degree or equivalent in engineering, physics, biophysics, mathematics, biology, chemistry, biomedical science, medicine, computer science or related disciplines from an accredited institution. Candidates should show rank-appropriate achievements in research, teaching and service and a commitment to diversity.
    Department Contact for Questions
    All queries about the position or the application procedures may be addressed to [email protected].
    Additional Qualifications
    Salary and Rank
    Special Instructions
    Application Procedure:
    Early Career, Tenure-Track, Faculty Applicants:
    Please submit the following documents:
  • Cover Letter: Summarize your qualifications, desired rank, and preferred department(s). Explain your interest in Indiana University.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Research Statement: Provide an overview of your research experience and plans (up to 4 pages), emphasizing interdisciplinary and collaborative experiences and funding and translational opportunities.
  • Teaching Statement: Outline your teaching interests and experience relevant to your desired department(s) (up to 2 pages).
  • Diversity Statement: Discuss your experiences fostering an inclusive working and mentoring environment with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities (up to 2 pages).
  • References: Provide a minimum of three references.


    • Application Submission: Interested candidates should apply online at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/22608 .
    All queries about the position or the application procedures may be addressed to [email protected]
    Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer, and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.
    For Best Consideration Date 03/01/2024
    Expected Start Date 08/01/2024
    Posting/OAA # IU-100752-2024

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