Indiana University

Title Tenure-Track Professor (Associate or Full) Appointment Status Tenure Track Department IU Indianapolis Department of Community and Global Health Location Indianapolis Position Summary

The Department of Community and Global Health at the Indiana University Indianapolis (IUI) Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the level of Associate Professor or Full Professor. We are particularly interested in mid-career and senior scholars with established research programs and strong records of external funding. This position requires on-site presence in Indianapolis consistent with school and campus expectations.

Position Overview

This 12-month appointment (expected start date on or around July 1, 2026) emphasizes excellence in research, teaching, and service with a strong commitment to advancing local and/or global public health. The successful candidate will be a seasoned researcher, scholarly leader, and experienced mentor with a strong history of external funding. He/she will establish and maintain local and/or global strategic partnerships and contribute to building the department’s research and educational capacity.

Key Departmental Assets

The Department offers exceptional opportunities for collaboration through established research infrastructure and partnerships, including:

• Diabetes Impact Project-Indianapolis Neighborhoods (DIP-IN): $12 million, eight-year community-based initiative in partnership with Eli Lilly and Company.
• IU Indianapolis ECHO Center: Nationally recognized hub for technology-enabled learning reaching nearly 9,000 participants across 89 counties and 46 states.
• Global Health Partnerships: Active collaborations with Jomo Kenyatta University (Kenya), Amrita University (India), AMPATH (Kenya, México, Nepal), and IU Center for Global Health.
  
  

In addition to Community and Global Health, the Fairbanks School provides multidisciplinary collaboration opportunities across departments in Health Policy and Management, Epidemiology, and Biostatistics and Health Data Science, creating a rich environment for research, teaching, and service.

Primary Responsibilities

Research and Scholarly Excellence

The faculty member will establish and maintain a vigorous, externally funded research program from federal agencies (NIH, NSF, CDC), foundations, industry, or other sources. The successful candidate will publish in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences, while mentoring junior faculty and graduate students. The position requires building upon and expanding the department’s existing research infrastructure and partnerships.

We seek candidates with demonstrated research expertise in areas such as: social determinants of health and health disparities; implementation science and program evaluation; prevention and management of chronic diseases; and social/behavioral sciences. Preference for candidates with established community partnerships and applied experience within the United States and/or internationally.

Teaching and Mentorship

The faculty member will contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs, particularly the MPH program, MS in Global Health and Sustainable Development, and/or DrPH in Global Health Leadership. The successful candidate will mentor and advise doctoral students, serve on doctoral committees, and develop innovative curricula reflecting contemporary public health challenges. The position requires demonstrating excellence in both in-person and online/asynchronous teaching.

Leadership and Service

The faculty member will contribute to departmental strategic planning and program development and serve on department, school, and university committees. The position involves building and maintaining external partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, NGOs, and/or international organizations, while mentoring junior faculty in research and career development.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD, MD, or equivalent) in public health, social sciences, behavioral sciences, health sciences, or closely related field
• Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity with peer-reviewed publications appropriate to mid-career or senior level
• Proven success in securing and managing extramural research funding as principal investigator
• Active participation in national organizations and leadership activities
• Excellence in teaching and mentoring at the graduate level
• Strong mentorship record with early career faculty
• Commitment to fostering inclusive learning and research environments and addressing health disparities
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a variety of communities, stakeholders, and interdisciplinary teams
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with online and hybrid teaching modalities
• Doctoral-level student advising and doctoral committee service
• Curriculum development and academic program leadership experience
• Bilingual or multilingual capabilities
• National or international recognition in field of expertise
  
  

About Indianapolis And IU Indianapolis

Indianapolis is the state capital and 16th largest city in the nation with a metropolitan population of more than 2 million, home to outstanding cultural institutions and professional sports teams. The IU Indianapolis campus is a separate R1 research campus and the health and life sciences campus of Indiana University. The Department and School maintain close relationships with Indiana’s regional health systems, the IU School of Medicine, state and local health departments, and other stakeholders, providing rich opportunities for collaboration.

For more information about research opportunities: Regenstrief Institute, IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, AMPATH Global

Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit an application by midnight (EST), February 15, 2026. Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience.

Required Application Materials:

• Cover letter (up to 2 pages)
• Curriculum vitae
• Three representative publications
  
  

Optional Application Materials:

• Research statement (no more than 3 pages) detailing current research program and future research directions, as well as vision for building capacity for research excellence
• Teaching statement (no more than 2 pages) describing teaching philosophy, experience, and approach to mentorship of graduate students and early career-track faculty.
  
  

Electronic submission required: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31794

Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Sherri Bucher, Department Chair, shbucher@iu.edu

Basic Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD, MD, or equivalent) in public health, social sciences, behavioral sciences, health sciences, or closely related field
• Demonstrated record of scholarly productivity with peer-reviewed publications appropriate to mid-career or senior level
• Proven success in securing and managing extramural research funding as principal investigator
• Active participation in national organizations and leadership activities
• Excellence in teaching and mentoring at the graduate level
• Strong mentorship record with early career faculty
• Commitment to fostering inclusive learning and research environments and addressing health disparities
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities, stakeholders, and interdisciplinary teams
  
  

Department Contact for Questions

Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Sherri Bucher, Department Chair, shbucher@iu.edu

Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date Expected Start Date 07/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101453-2026