Assistant or Associate Professor of Biostatistics

About the Role

The Indiana University School of Public Health‐Bloomington (SPH‐B) invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Biostatistics. This is a 10-month, tenure-track appointment. The ideal start date is August 1, 2027, though negotiable. Applications received by November 1, 2026, will receive priority consideration.

The SPH-B seeks individuals to contribute to scientific and academic excellence through rigorous research, teaching, and service in biostatistics, with special emphasis on machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI), advancing interdisciplinary collaboration and applying evidence to improve public health.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and/or maintain a robust research portfolio, including pursuing and obtaining major extramural research funding for cutting-edge research in modern public health science.
• Serve as a corresponding principal investigator and a collaborating investigator.
• Teach and mentor students at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Provide service internally to the department, school, and university.
• Provide service externally to the profession and/or the community.

Areas of special interest include, but are not limited to:

• Modern machine learning methods
• Artificial intelligence (AI)
• High-dimensional data analysis
• Novel clinical trials design

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Doctorate degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Teaching experience at the graduate or professional level.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively and congenially across disciplines.
• Leadership skills.
• Vision for enhancing the academic components of an interdisciplinary department.

For Associate and Full Professor positions:

• Demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for a senior career level.
• Extramurally funded research as a corresponding principal investigator.
• Current funding or strong potential to secure external funding.
• Experience leading sizable research initiatives.

Application Procedure

Submit the following:

• A curriculum vitae.
• A cover letter (no longer than 5 pages) summarizing qualifications and interest, including a research statement, overview of research experience, and a statement of teaching interest and experience.

If selected as a finalist, a list of up to six (6) references will be requested.

Apply at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34343