Researcher in Biomedical Engineering (Indiana University Bloomington)

Position Title: Multiple, Open Rank, Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Positions in Biomedical Engineering Appointment Status: Tenure Department: IU Bloomington Vice Provost For Faculty Affairs Location: Bloomington, Indiana Position Summary Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) is engaged in a multi-year initiative to expand its faculty in biomedical engineering. We invite applications for multiple tenure-track/tenured faculty positions at all ranks (assistant, associate, or full professor) to join Intelligent Systems Engineering, or other departments such as Computer Science and Informatics within the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering. We welcome candidates specializing in experimental, translational, computational, and/or AI research, developing engineering systems, technologies, and platforms. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to): 1. Imaging and Biomedical Devices: Advanced biomedical imaging technologies (neuroimaging, optical imaging, ultrasonic imaging) Multimodal and hybrid imaging systems Wearable physiological sensors Point-of-care diagnostic devices and biosensors Portable and miniaturized diagnostic platforms Microfluidic-based biosensing systems Image-guided intervention systems Digital healthcare systems and real-time physiological monitoring technologies Multimodal data integration and analysis for imaging and sensing 2. Human-Centered Models and Systems: Human stem cell–derived organoids and patient-derived organoids Organ-on-chip platforms and microphysiological systems (MPS) 3D bioprinting of tissues and organs Advanced biofabrication techniques and integrated multi-organ models High-content functional screening systems Biomedical digital twins Computational modeling of living systems AI-driven physiological and pathological modeling High-performance computing (HPC) for biological simulations Multimodal data integration and analysis New approach methodologies (NAMs) 3. Precision Medicine and Biomedical Data: Spatial transcriptomics and spatial omics integration CRISPR and advanced gene editing technologies Epigenetic profiling and modulation Biomarker discovery and validation Personalized therapeutic design and clinical decision support systems Longitudinal health data integration Genomic and multi-omics data analysis AI and machine learning for precision diagnostics Predictive modeling of treatment outcomes Biomedical big data analytics and real-time health monitoring Privacy-preserving health data sharing Candidates should complement existing strengths at Indiana University and new initiatives in synthetic biology, chemical biology, biohealth informatics, robotics, nanoengineering & microelectronics, and toxicology. Candidates interested in entrepreneurial activity are encouraged. These are full-time 10-month appointments, with a preferred start date of August 1, 2026. For full consideration, apply by November 7, 2025. Applications will continue to be reviewed until the positions are filled. Responsibilities Tenure-Track/Tenured faculty are expected to: Research Excellence: Develop and maintain a well-recognized research program Secure significant external funding Lead cutting-edge research as a principal investigator Collaborate effectively with other researchers Teaching and Mentorship: Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels Expand educational opportunities for Indiana University students Service and Engagement: Contribute to department, school, and university service Engage with professional communities and local community initiatives Faculty members are expected to work on campus in Bloomington, Indiana. IU evaluates tenure and promotion based on research, teaching, and service. Candidates are encouraged to engage in technology transfer, industry collaboration, and company development. Application Procedure Submit the following documents: Cover Letter: Indicate preferred rank (assistant, associate, full professor) Summarize qualifications in research, teaching, and service Explain interest in Indiana University Curriculum Vitae (CV) Research Statement: Overview of research experience and plans (3–4 pages) Emphasize interdisciplinary, collaborative, funding, and translational opportunities Full professors may rely on CV until advanced consideration Teaching Statement: Outline teaching interests and experience relevant to desired department(s) (1–2 pages) References: Names and contact information for three references For tenure-track positions, references will be contacted upon submission For tenured positions, references will be contacted for candidates invited for interviews Submit applications at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/30517 Full consideration deadline: November 7, 2025 (11:59 pm EST) Questions about the position or application procedures: faculty1@iu.edu Qualifications Doctoral degree or equivalent in engineering, physics, biophysics, mathematics, biology, chemistry, biomedical science, medicine, computer science, or related discipline Demonstrated rank-appropriate achievements in research, teaching, and service Additional Information Before a conditional offer with tenure, candidates must disclose pending investigations or prior findings of misconduct and authorize an inquiry by IUB. About Indiana University Bloomington Founded in 1820, flagship campus of Indiana University Over 47,000 students and 16 colleges/schools Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission Member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) since 1909 Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering: First of its kind and among the largest in the U.S. 207 faculty, 5,764 students Departments: Computer Science, Information and Library Science, Informatics, Intelligent Systems Engineering Cross-cutting degrees: Data Science, Cybersecurity & Global Policy, Business Intelligence & Data Science Indiana University School of Medicine (Indianapolis): Largest U.S. medical school World-class programs in cancer, neuroscience, and biomedical research Collaborative research environment Bloomington, Indiana: College-town atmosphere with city amenities Affordable cost of living, cultural, and recreational opportunities Special Instructions Best Consideration Date: 11/07/2025 Expected Start Date: 08/01/2026 Posting Number: IU-101326-2025 Supplemental Questions: How did you hear about this position? Are you applying for other positions in the School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering? What date did you earn or expect to earn your PhD, and from which institution? Have you held a postdoctoral position? If so, at what institution and dates? Required Documents Curriculum Vitae Letter of Application Statement of Research and Teaching Optional Documents [Optional submissions] If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Position Title:
Multiple, Open Rank, Tenure-Track/Tenured Faculty Positions in Biomedical Engineering

Appointment Status:
Tenure

Department:
IU Bloomington Vice Provost For Faculty Affairs

Location:
Bloomington, Indiana

Position Summary

Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) is engaged in a multi-year initiative to expand its faculty in biomedical engineering. We invite applications for multiple tenure-track/tenured faculty positions at all ranks (assistant, associate, or full professor) to join Intelligent Systems Engineering, or other departments such as Computer Science and Informatics within the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering.

We welcome candidates specializing in experimental, translational, computational, and/or AI research, developing engineering systems, technologies, and platforms. Areas of interest include (but are not limited to):

1. Imaging and Biomedical Devices:

Advanced biomedical imaging technologies (neuroimaging, optical imaging, ultrasonic imaging)
Multimodal and hybrid imaging systems
Wearable physiological sensors
Point-of-care diagnostic devices and biosensors
Portable and miniaturized diagnostic platforms
Microfluidic-based biosensing systems
Image-guided intervention systems
Digital healthcare systems and real-time physiological monitoring technologies
Multimodal data integration and analysis for imaging and sensing

2. Human-Centered Models and Systems:

Human stem cell–derived organoids and patient-derived organoids
Organ-on-chip platforms and microphysiological systems (MPS)
3D bioprinting of tissues and organs
Advanced biofabrication techniques and integrated multi-organ models
High-content functional screening systems
Biomedical digital twins
Computational modeling of living systems
AI-driven physiological and pathological modeling
High-performance computing (HPC) for biological simulations
Multimodal data integration and analysis
New approach methodologies (NAMs)

3. Precision Medicine and Biomedical Data:

Spatial transcriptomics and spatial omics integration
CRISPR and advanced gene editing technologies
Epigenetic profiling and modulation
Biomarker discovery and validation
Personalized therapeutic design and clinical decision support systems
Longitudinal health data integration
Genomic and multi-omics data analysis
AI and machine learning for precision diagnostics
Predictive modeling of treatment outcomes
Biomedical big data analytics and real-time health monitoring
Privacy-preserving health data sharing

Candidates should complement existing strengths at Indiana University and new initiatives in synthetic biology, chemical biology, biohealth informatics, robotics, nanoengineering & microelectronics, and toxicology. Candidates interested in entrepreneurial activity are encouraged.

These are full-time 10-month appointments, with a preferred start date of August 1, 2026. For full consideration, apply by November 7, 2025. Applications will continue to be reviewed until the positions are filled.

Responsibilities

Tenure-Track/Tenured faculty are expected to:

Research Excellence:

Develop and maintain a well-recognized research program
Secure significant external funding
Lead cutting-edge research as a principal investigator
Collaborate effectively with other researchers

Teaching and Mentorship:

Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels
Expand educational opportunities for Indiana University students

Service and Engagement:

Contribute to department, school, and university service
Engage with professional communities and local community initiatives

Faculty members are expected to work on campus in Bloomington, Indiana. IU evaluates tenure and promotion based on research, teaching, and service. Candidates are encouraged to engage in technology transfer, industry collaboration, and company development.

Application Procedure

Submit the following documents:

Cover Letter:
- Indicate preferred rank (assistant, associate, full professor)
- Summarize qualifications in research, teaching, and service
- Explain interest in Indiana University
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Research Statement:
- Overview of research experience and plans (3–4 pages)
- Emphasize interdisciplinary, collaborative, funding, and translational opportunities
- Full professors may rely on CV until advanced consideration
Teaching Statement:
- Outline teaching interests and experience relevant to desired department(s) (1–2 pages)
References:
- Names and contact information for three references
- For tenure-track positions, references will be contacted upon submission
- For tenured positions, references will be contacted for candidates invited for interviews

Submit applications at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/30517

Full consideration deadline: November 7, 2025 (11:59 pm EST)

Questions about the position or application procedures: faculty1@iu.edu

Qualifications

Doctoral degree or equivalent in engineering, physics, biophysics, mathematics, biology, chemistry, biomedical science, medicine, computer science, or related discipline
Demonstrated rank-appropriate achievements in research, teaching, and service

Additional Information

Before a conditional offer with tenure, candidates must disclose pending investigations or prior findings of misconduct and authorize an inquiry by IUB.

About Indiana University Bloomington

Founded in 1820, flagship campus of Indiana University
Over 47,000 students and 16 colleges/schools
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) since 1909

Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering:

First of its kind and among the largest in the U.S.
207 faculty, 5,764 students
Departments: Computer Science, Information and Library Science, Informatics, Intelligent Systems Engineering
Cross-cutting degrees: Data Science, Cybersecurity & Global Policy, Business Intelligence & Data Science

Indiana University School of Medicine (Indianapolis):

Largest U.S. medical school
World-class programs in cancer, neuroscience, and biomedical research
Collaborative research environment

Bloomington, Indiana:

College-town atmosphere with city amenities
Affordable cost of living, cultural, and recreational opportunities

Special Instructions

Best Consideration Date: 11/07/2025
Expected Start Date: 08/01/2026
Posting Number: IU-101326-2025

Supplemental Questions:

How did you hear about this position?
Are you applying for other positions in the School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering?
What date did you earn or expect to earn your PhD, and from which institution?
Have you held a postdoctoral position? If so, at what institution and dates?