Indiana University

Position Summary

The Department of Community and Global Health at the Indiana University (IU) Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health (FSPH) in Indianapolis, Indiana invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track faculty position at the level of Clinical Assistant/Associate/Professor. This position requires on-site presence in Indianapolis consistent with school and campus expectations.

Position Overview

This 12-month appointment (expected start date on or around July 1, 2026) emphasizes a balanced integration of teaching and community-engaged practice with service to the university. The position offers the opportunity to mentor the next generation of public health leaders while maintaining active community partnerships and applied scholarly work.

Primary Responsibilities

Teaching and Mentorship: The successful candidate will teach and mentor students across the department’s undergraduate and graduate programs, with particular emphasis on graduate-level courses, and student mentorship and doctoral project advising in the DrPH in Global Health Leadership program. Teaching responsibilities may include providing instruction in skills-based courses such as program evaluation, monitoring and evaluation, and qualitative research methods, as well as contributing to the Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) concentration of the MPH program. The position includes collaboration on experiential learning opportunities, such as practicum, capstone, or internship experiences. Excellence in both in-person and asynchronous online teaching formats is expected.

Community-Engaged Practice and Research: The faculty member will conduct community-based participatory research or applied practice in collaboration with community partners. This includes developing and maintaining partnerships with local, national, and/or international community organizations and stakeholders. The position involves pursuing applied scholarship and disseminating findings to both academic and community audiences, as well as engaging in grant and contract development to support community-engaged work.

Leadership and Service: This position provides opportunities to contribute to the Social and Behavioral Sciences concentration, including curriculum coordination and program development. The faculty member will serve on department, school, and university committees, contribute to the department’s strategic initiatives in community partnership development, and collaborate with the Department Chair and colleagues to ensure program quality and growth.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD, or equivalent) in public health, social sciences, behavioral sciences, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• Experience with and commitment to community-based participatory research and/or community-engaged program evaluation
• Strong qualitative and/or mixed methods research skills
• Record of scholarship appropriate to career stage (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, program evaluations)
• Experience working collaboratively with a variety of communities and stakeholders
• Commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments and advancing population health especially in communities of greatest need.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience serving on doctoral committees and advising executive doctoral students in applied projects
• Established partnerships with community organizations, health departments, or other practice settings (local, national, or international)
• Experience in online and hybrid teaching modalities
• Track record of successful grant or contract management
• Expertise in public health program planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Experience in curriculum development and program coordination
• Bilingual or multilingual capabilities

About Us

We seek individuals who share our vision for communities where opportunities for health and wellbeing are abundant and valued for all. The Department of Community and Global Health values community engagement, high-impact educational practices including service and experiential learning, and a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and practice that benefits both students and the community.

Indianapolis is the state capital of Indiana and the 16th largest city in the nation, home to outstanding cultural institutions and several professional sports teams situated in a diverse regional economy. The Indianapolis campus, known as IU Indianapolis, is the health and life sciences campus of Indiana University and the focal point of health profession education in the State of Indiana. The Department and School maintain close relationships with health systems, state and local health departments, the state Medicaid agency, nonprofits, and other stakeholders.

Application Process

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit an application by midnight (EST), February 15, 2026. Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience. We are committed to broadening our expertise and welcome applications from outstanding individuals from all backgrounds.

Applicants are required to submit:

• Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) summarizing relevant qualifications and interest in the position, including:
  • Description of community-engaged practice/applied research experience
  • Existing or potential community partnerships (local and/or global)
  • Relevant teaching and mentoring experience.
• Curriculum vitae

Electronic submission of all application materials is required and can be submitted online at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/31709. Inquiries about the position may be sent to Dr. Sherri Bucher, Department Chair, Department of Community and Global Health, shbucher@iu.edu.

Basic Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree (PhD, DrPH, ScD, or equivalent) in public health, social sciences, behavioral sciences, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching
• Experience with and commitment to community-based participatory research and/or community-engaged program evaluation
• Strong qualitative and/or mixed methods research skills
• Record of scholarship appropriate to career stage (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, technical reports, program evaluations)
• Experience working collaboratively with a variety of communities and stakeholders
• Commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments and advancing population health especially in communities of greatest need.

Department Contact for Questions

Inquiries about the position may be sent to Dr. Sherri Bucher, Department Chair, Department of Community and Global Health, shbucher@iu.edu.

Additional Qualifications