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Title Asst/Assoc/Full Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Specific Title Appointment Type Open Department IUSM - Orthopaedic Surgery Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis Position Summary The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking an outstanding candidate for a research focused, tenure-track faculty position. Applicants should have evidence of excellent research training, including high impact publications. Successful candidates will have either current or potential extramural funding. While all appropriate areas of research within the field of orthopaedics will be considered, expertise in muscle/bone injuries, tendon/ligament injuries, infection, musculoskeletal oncology, and precision medicine/systems biology are of particular interest. 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 largest concentrations of health sciences companies in the nation. 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, being named "Best Airport in North America" by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in Indy: As the nation's largest medical school, IUSM is committed to being an institution that not only reflects the diversity of the learners we teach and the patient populations we serve, but also pursues the values of diversity, equity and inclusion that inform academic excellence. We desire candidates who enhance our representational diversity, as well as those whose work contributes to equitable and inclusive learning and working environments for our students, staff, and faculty. IUSM strives to take an anti-racist stance, regularly evaluating and updating its policies, procedures, and practices to confer equitable opportunities for contribution and advancement for all members of our community. We invite individuals who will join us in our mission to advance racial equity to transform health and wellbeing for all throughout the state of Indiana Basic Qualifications Terminal degree or doctorate degree is required. The faculty rank for this tenure-track faculty position is open (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) and will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. Department Contact for Questions Melissa Kacena, PhD Additional Qualifications Preferred Qualifications: Musculoskeletal Oncology, Precision Medicine/Systems Biology, Muscle/bone injuries, Tendon/ligament injuries, Infection Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date 12/01/2023 OAA IUSM-