Assistant Research Professor of Medicine-Clinical Pharmacology

gy Specific Title Appointment Type Scientist Track Faculty Department IUSM - Medicine - Clinical Pharmacology Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary The Department of Medicine, Division of Clinical Pharmacology at Indiana University School of Medicine ( IUSM ) invites applications for a research-track Assistant Professor position. We are seeking a dynamic, collaborative investigator to expand our early-stage drug discovery and medicinal chemistry efforts targeting Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias ( ADRD ). The Division of Clinical Pharmacology conducts groundbreaking translational research in the area of drug discovery and development, drug interactions, and genomic variants that impact therapeutic effectiveness. The multi-disciplinary research includes collaborations through the Indiana University School of Medicine and the broader IU community.

More information about our growing division can be found here. 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. 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/ . Basic Qualifications Education : Doctorate: PhD (or equivalent) in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, or a closely related field Experience : Minimum of 1-3 years postdoctoral experience is required Department Contact for Questions Cheryl Weatherholt at [email protected] Additional Qualifications Key Responsibilities Research Program: Build and sustain an innovative research program focused on evaluating novel gene targets and prosecuting early-stage drug discovery projects for ADRD Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams and researchers across IUSM to advance collaborative therapeutic pipelines Funding: Seek and secure independent funding within 1-3 years of the appointment Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date 01/01/2027 Posting Number IUSM-02551-2026 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this position?

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