Job Description

Position Details

Title Assistant/Associate/Professor of Psychiatry Specific Title Appointment Type Open Department IUSM - Psychiatry Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary

The Department of Psychiatry at the Indiana University School of Medicine invites applications for openrank, tenure or scientist-track faculty positions for conducting research within the expanding Department of Psychiatry. Qualified candidates will have a relevant doctoral degree. Candidates will be expected to have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and funding commensurate with their rank. The department is looking to further expand its basic, translational, and clinical research programs, particularly in the areas of adolescent substance use disorders, alcohol use disorders, dementia/traumatic brain injury, and mood disorders, although outstanding candidates in other areas will also be considered. Successful candidates will be expected to establish and maintain an energetic, independent, and well-funded research program, and contribute to the educational, service, and/or clinical missions of the medical school. Faculty rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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 largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. 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, being 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.

Basic Qualifications

terminal degree or doctorate degree required

Department Contact for Questions

Tracy Colvill, tcolvill@iu.edu

Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date Posting Number IUSM-02383-2026