Job Summary
The School of Health Sciences in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Purdue University invites applications for two anticipated full-time, academic-year, tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Health Sciences, based at Purdue’s Indianapolis campus. The successful candidates will lead an independent research program with preference in the following areas: Toxicology focusing on mechanistic discoveries that can be leveraged to improve health and treat disease; Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences focusing on molecular epidemiology to identify modifiable protective and risk factors of human disease; Medical Physics focusing on cancer diagnosis, treatment, or prognosis biomarker discovery; Health Physics focusing on radiopharmaceutical or biomedical research. In all cases, Purdue University seeks to attract candidates with expertise and interest in the integration of AI/machine learning with their research. These positions are part of an initiative to expand programs to the Indianapolis campus, including the recruitment of additional faculty to support and advance the School’s teaching and research missions. As such candidates will be expected to seek out opportunities with partners in Indianapolis.
Responsiblities
Successful candidates will be expected to develop research programs in their fields of expertise, develop an external funding portfolio, build connections with their profession, and contribute to the education and mentoring of graduate and undergraduate students. Successful candidates will teach courses in the Biomedical Health Sciences Pre-professional program. Course modality is generally in person. The potential may exist for teaching online/distance courses during the academic year. Moreover, successful candidates perform service at the School, College, and University levels. The position is competitive with regard to salary, start-up funds, and laboratory space.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in biology, biomedical science, bioengineering, occupational or environmental health sciences, physics, toxicology, radiological health, or a closely related field by the start of employment, demonstrate potential to build an independent research program, exhibit potential to educate and mentor students, and possess a strong commitment to teaching. Outstanding applicants in all areas of health sciences will be considered, including, but not limited to, biomedical engineering, health physics, imaging sciences, industrial hygiene, medical physics, public health, radiochemistry, toxicology, and the broader biomedical health sciences.
Application Process
Applications must include (1) cover letter, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) description of current and future research (3 page maximum), (4) teaching statement (2 page maximum), (5) names and contact information for at least three references. Inquiries and materials will be treated confidentially. Any interested candidate should apply here (internal candidate) or here (external candidate). References will only be contacted at the final stage when campus visits occur.
About the School
The School of Health Sciences at Purdue University is home to over 20 core faculty members, approximately 50 graduate students and over 1000 undergraduate students, and has internationally recognized research and educational programs in Biomedical Health Sciences, Medical Physics, Health Physics, Imaging Sciences, Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, Toxicology, and Medical Laboratory Sciences. Faculty lead active research programs in these areas, with substantial funding from NIH and other agencies. The School is an integral part of the College of Health and Human Sciences, which aims to bring together scholars in the health sciences and human sciences to strategically address issues vital to enhancing quality of life. The College is pursuing significant new initiatives that align with campus-wide plans, with data science and One Health among its strategic priorities. Opportunities for collaboration span the physical and life sciences, mathematics, engineering, as well as the newly reimagined School of Business. For more information about Purdue’s School of Health Sciences, see https://hhs.purdue.edu/hsci/.
About the University
Purdue University is one of the nation’s leading land grant universities with a full range of academic majors, over 50,000 students, more than 10,000 employees, and ranked among the leading research institutions in the country. Purdue is located in West Lafayette, Indiana within easy driving distance of both Indianapolis and Chicago. The diverse greater Lafayette/West Lafayette community (http://www.homeofpurdue.com) has a population of approximately 200,000, and a low cost of living.
Purdue University in Indianapolis is a new, fully integrated expansion of the West Lafayette campus, extending to central Indiana the academic rigor and accessible excellence for which Purdue is known. As the state’s only public top 10 university, most trusted university, and most innovative university, Purdue is focused on strengthening its presence in Indiana’s industrial and technological center. Purdue in Indianapolis is creating an innovative, STEM-based collegiate experience by connecting future-ready students and faculty with local businesses to accelerate Indiana’s STEM pipeline and technology ecosystem, fueling impact for our region and the world. Learn more about Purdue’s latest giant leap at: https://www.purdue.edu/campuses/indianapolis/.
Review
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment is set to begin August 2027. A background check is required for employment in this position. Questions regarding these positions may be directed to Dr. Jason Harris, Chair of the Search Committee jtharris@purdue.edu.
Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.