Medical Director, IU Gene Testing Lab

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 nations 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 Indianas 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 trials strongly 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 nations 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 nations 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: ...

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