Assistant Research Professor of Surgery – Surgical Oncology

Specific Title Appointment Type Scientist Track Faculty Department IUSM - Surgery - Surgical Oncology Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary The Indiana University School of Medicine’s Department of Surgery, Surgical Outcomes and Quality Improvement Center ( SOQIC ), is seeking an Assistant Research Professor to support and expand the statistical programs within the Surgical Outcomes and Quality Improvement Center ( SOQIC , www.soqic.org) in the Department of Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine. This individual will partner with SOQIC investigators to provide complex statistical leadership on projects and grants related to surgical quality and safety improvement, health services research, health policy, and outcomes. This individual will mentor junior analysts and resident research fellows and teach SOQIC’s annual statistics summer course. Additional training in models, methods, and grant writing is possible, along with support to present research at national and international meetings.

SOQIC is a collaborative health services, outcomes, health policy, and quality and safety improvement research enterprise of more than 40 faculty, fellows, and staff. Our research spans all surgical specialties and areas of medicine, with a particular focus on general surgery, surgical oncology and multidisciplinary oncology care, trauma/critical care, and vascular surgery. This position is located in Indianapolis on the IU School of Medicine campus and offers hybrid flexibility. Department of Surgery – As one of the largest departments in the country and part of the only academic medical center in the state, the Department of Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine cares for some of the highest volumes of surgical patients in the country with outstanding outcomes.

The department is an international leader in surgical education, health services and outcomes, and quality improvement research. Our nationally recognized research centers are rapidly expanding, particularly in clinical and outcomes research, while our surgical education program continues to set the standard for innovation. With a new $6 billion campus to open in 2027, the Department of Surgery continues to have a tremendous impact on the Hoosier state and around the world. Indiana University School of Medicine – 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. IU Health – IU Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive healthcare system and the only academic center in the state, covering 7 million residents. Our unique integration with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s leading medical schools, provides physicians opportunities in research and innovation. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with dozens of facilities statewide, IU Health is a regional leader in providing the right healthcare when and where it is needed.

IU Health is currently building a new $6B campus consisting of a new 900 bed primary academic hospital and multiple clinic and support buildings, while helping the surrounding community to thrive. Indianapolis – 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 nation’s largest concentrations of health sciences companies.

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 varied population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been 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 Candidates must have a PhD in statistics, biostatistics or relevant field, excellent English communication skills, a desire to mentor master’s level analysts and research fellows, and ability to lead teams with varied backgrounds and experiences. We seek candidates who have a record of success in publishing using complex statistical methods. Candidates with expertise in health services and outcomes research are preferred. High proficiency using statistical software, such as STATA , R, and SAS .

Department Contact for Questions Meghan Hutchinson Human Resources Business Partner Department of Surgery [email protected] Or Brianna D’Orazio, MPH Administrative Director [email protected] Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date Posting Number IUSM-02567-2026 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you hear about this position? Personal Contact: At Professional Meeting or Conference Personal Contact: Direct Contact by Search Committee Personal Contact: Referred by colleague or advisor Personal Contact: School of Medicine recruiter Personal Contact: IUHP Physician Recruiter Announcement: Other Journal or Magazine Announcement: Other Website * Are you a dual career partner (your partner or spouse is already being recruited)? Yes No * Have you previously been employed with IU? Yes No Applicant Documents Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Optional Documents Letter of Application List Of References Copyright © 2026 The Trustees of Indiana University To ensure the security of your data, you will be logged out due to inactivity in 3 minutes at .

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