Deadline
Mar 16, 2027
Closing in 148 days
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United States
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Full time
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Posted
Sep 17, 2026
About the role
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Assistant/Associate/Full Research Professor of Surgery – Surgical Oncology
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Position Details| Title | Assistant/Associate/Full Research Professor of Surgery – Surgical Oncology |
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| Specific Title | |
| Appointment Type | Scientist Track Faculty |
| Department | IUSM - Surgery - Surgical Oncology |
| Campus | IU School of Medicine Indianapolis |
| Position Summary | The Indiana University School of Medicine’s Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, is seeking an Assistant Research Professor to join the lab of Dr. C. Max Schmidt. This faculty position will work on various projects to study mechanisms of pancreatic cancer initiation and progression, assist with ongoing projects and lab duties including assisting with running the tissue bank, and perform services that are necessary to implement the education programs and academic objectives of the Department and the Division of Surgical Oncology. This is a full-time position and salary will be commensurate with past experience. Department of Surgery – As one of the largest departments in the country and part of the only academic medical center in the state, the Department of Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine cares for some of the highest volumes of surgical patients in the country with outstanding outcomes. The department is an international leader in surgical education, health services and outcomes, and quality improvement research. Our nationally recognized research centers are rapidly expanding, particularly in clinical and outcomes research, while our surgical education program continues to set the standard for innovation. With a new $6 billion campus to open in 2027, the Department of Surgery continues to have a tremendous impact on the Hoosier state and around the world. Indiana University School of Medicine – IU School of Medicine 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. IU Health – IU Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system and the only academic center in the state, covering 7 million residents. Our unique integration with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s leading medical schools, provides physicians opportunities in research and innovation. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with dozens of facilities statewide, IU Health is a regional leader in providing the right healthcare when and where it is needed. IU Health is currently building a new $6B campus consisting of a new 900 bed primary academic hospital and multiple clinic and support buildings, while helping the surrounding community to thrive. Indianapolis – 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 varied 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 |
| Basic Qualifications | PhD and at least one year of postdoctoral research experience |
| Department Contact for Questions | Meghan Hutchinson Human Resources Business Partner Department of Surgery [email protected] OrC. Max Schmidt, MD, PhDProfessor of SurgeryProfessor of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Pharmacology[email protected] |
| Additional Qualifications | |
| Special Instructions | |
| Priority Application Review Deadline | |
| Expected Start Date | |
| Posting Number | IUSM-02517-2026 |
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