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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Medical & Molecular Genetics

Deadline
Mar 22, 2027
Closing in 154 days
Location
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United States
Employment
Permanent
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Posted Sep 23, 2026

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Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Medical & Molecular Genetics

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Position Details
Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Medical & Molecular Genetics
Specific Title
Appointment Type Tenure Track Faculty
Department IUSM - Medical & Molecular Genetics
Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis
Position Summary The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at the Indiana University School of Medicine is recruiting a Basic Scientist to serve as faculty. The Scientist will be appointed as Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (with tenure or on the tenure track depending upon qualifications). The successful candidate must have either a Ph.D. or M.D. degree and have expertise in molecular mechanisms of disease. The Department is particularly interested in candidates performing basic or translational research to address fundamental mechanisms of human genetic disease, develop functional genomic or therapeutic approaches, and/or use computational and bioinformatic approaches for genetic discovery and phenotypic delineation. The candidate must be able to mentor medical students, graduate students, residents and/or fellows in basic research. It is highly desirable for the holder of this position to have secured long term NIH funding, and to have demonstrated the ability to collaborate with others.The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics offers a highly collegial and interdisciplinary environment that spans clinical medicine and basic research. See https://medicine.iu.edu/genetics.

Indianapolis is the capital and most populous city in the State of Indiana. It is growing economically thanks to a strong corporate base anchored by the life sciences. Indiana is home to one of the nation’s largest concentrations of health sciences companies. Indianapolis has a sophisticated blend of charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. The growing residential base is supported by rich amenities and quality of life – the city possesses a variety of professional sports, arts venues, and outdoor recreation areas. Residents of this dynamic city and surrounding suburbs enjoy leading educational systems and top-ranked universities paired with a diverse population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been named “Best Airport in North America” by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in Indy: https://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/relocation IUSM is committed to being a welcoming campus community and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, and community engagement efforts contribute to robust learning and working environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to improve health equity and well-being for all throughout the state of Indiana.Applicants should apply at:https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34237
Basic Qualifications Doctorate or Terminal degree is required. A PhD, MD, or equivalent and evidence of expertise in molecular mechanisms of disease.
Department Contact for Questions Hunter Hartman
[email protected]
Additional Qualifications The Department is particularly interested in candidates performing basic or translational research to address fundamental mechanisms of human genetic disease, develop functional genomic or therapeutic approaches, and/or use computational and bioinformatic approaches for genetic discovery and phenotypic delineation.
Special Instructions
Priority Application Review Deadline
Expected Start Date
Posting Number IUSM-02508-2026

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Applicant Documents

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  3. List Of References
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