<p>Title Assistant/Associate Professor in Cancer Biology Specific Title Appointment Type Tenure Track Faculty Department IUSM - Bloomington (MSCI) Campus IU School of Medicine Bloomington Position Summary</p> <p>Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM)-Bloomington (https://medicine.iu.edu/bloomington) invites applications for a 12-month, tenure-track position in Cancer Biology. We seek applicants in all areas of Cancer Biology who are using innovative approaches to investigate molecular mechanisms underpinning cancer and/or focusing on therapeutic development. A new faculty member will join a collaborative atmosphere with existing strengths in cancer stem cells, the tumor microenvironment, cancer epigenetics, and the regulation of gene expression within various cancer models including breast, ovarian, prostate and colon cancers.</p> <p>The applicant will be joining a dynamic team of basic and translational researchers on the IU School of Medicine Bloomington campus. This group maintains close connections with the clinical research teams at IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center (IUSCCC) in Indianapolis (https://cancer.iu.edu/) as well as with the Bloomington-based faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences (Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry). The successful candidate will enjoy recently renovated laboratory space with outstanding core facilities (genomics, microscopy/imaging, major animal facilities, chemical biology and others), and access to a large cancer tissue and data repository. A competitive salary and start-up package will be offered, commensurate with experience.</p> <p>Indiana University Bloomington campus (https://bloomington.iu.edu) offers a Big Ten learning environment on an iconic campus. Bloomington, Indiana (https://www.visitbloomington.com) is a thriving college town less than an hour from Indianapolis, and a major international airport, that hosts world-class music, sports, cultural and outdoor attractions and festivals, while simultaneously offering a comfortable and welcoming lifestyle for all.</p> <p>To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, visit https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31425. Please include A Letter of Interest, Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Research Interests (1-3 pages), Statement of Teaching Philosophy (1 page) and Names and contact information for 3 references. Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Basic Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Ph.D. degree in an appropriate discipline, or MD/DO, or equivalent </li><li>A strong publication record in cancer research </li><li>Demonstration of motivation to develop an internationally competitive, and externally funded research program in the field of Cancer Biology </li><li>Senior candidates are expected to have a demonstrated track record of external funding </li></ul> <p>Department Contact for Questions</p> <p>Shelley Burns</p> <p>sheburns@iu.edu</p> <p>Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date 07/01/2026 Posting Number IUSM-02317-2025</p>