Medical Director, IU Gene Testing Lab

Posting Details

Position Details


Title
Medical Director, IU Gene Testing Lab


Specific Title
Associate/Full Professor of Medical & Molecular Genetics


Appointment Type
Tenure Track Faculty


Department
IUSM - Medical & Molecular Genetics


Campus
IU School of Medicine Indianapolis


Position Summary


The Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at the Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM), established as one of the nation's first stand-alone Genetics departments, is undergoing an expansion and invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Associate or Full Professor level to lead clinical gene therapy efforts in the Department.

We seek an accomplished scientist with a M.D., M.D./Ph.D. Ph.D. or equivalent degree, with a funded research program focused on clinical gene therapy , and a track record of collaborative, translational research trials . The successful candidate will collaborate with clinicians, basic scientists, and translational scientists in bringing innovative trials to Indiana.

Why Join Us? Six Key Features of Our Department and Environment:

• National Leader in Research Funding : Ranked #4 in the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research among genetics departments nationwide.
• Robust Faculty Community : Home to 79 primary faculty members with diverse expertise across the spectrum of medical and molecular genetics.
• Six Dynamic Divisions : Molecular, Computational Genomics & Genomic Technology, Hereditary Genomics, Genetic/Genomic Diagnostics and Therapeutics, Education and Clinical Genetics - providing a strong foundation for interdisciplinary research.
• Comprehensive Translational Ecosystem : Leverage resources like the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI), Indiana Biobank, and our dedicated Office of Clinical Trials to propel your discoveries forward.
• Gene Therapy Support Infrastructure : The Department is home to faculty oversee important resources including the IU Vector Production Facility, the IU Gene Therapy Testing Laboratory, the Cell and Gene Therapy Manufacturing Facility, and the sequencing resources of the Center for Computational Biology & Bioinformatics.
• Indiana University Health (IU Health) is Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, comprising the largest physician network in Indiana, 16 hospitals across Indiana, and a deep academic partnership with the IU School of Medicine.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• An established NIH-funded research program focused on genetic therapies, as well as potential industry collaborations towards translational therapeutics.

• Expertise in gene therapy clinical trialsstrongly encourage; the position is open to all disease areas.
• Demonstrated success collaborative research and mentoring of trainees.

Join a vibrant and collaborative research community at the nation's largest medical school . Apply today and help shape the future of translational genetics research.

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 diverse 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.

IUSM 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.

Applicants should apply at:

Basic Qualifications


The successful candidate must have either a M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent degree and an established research program with success in collaborative and clinical trial experience. All areas of genetic disease research will be considered.


Department Contact for Questions


Hunter Hartman: View email address on click.appcast.io

Additional Qualifications


The Department is particularly interested in candidates who are looking to collaborate with the gene therapy support resources available within the Department. This includes the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) vector manufacturing facility, GMP and CLIA testing resources, GMP cell manufacturing, and state-of the-art sequencing and bioinformatics infrastructure.


Special Instructions

Priority Application Review Deadline

Expected Start Date

Posting Number
IUSM-02338-2026