Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine

Indiana University, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Indiana, PENNSYLVANIA
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Position Details


Title Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Specific Title Academic Microbiologist
Appointment Type Open
Department IUSM - Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis
Position Summary
Academic Microbiologist
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM), in partnership with IU Health Medical Group (IUHMG), is seeking a highly motivated, academically focused microbiologist to join our Division of Clinical Microbiology at the IU Health Pathology Laboratory (IUHPL).
This position offers an outstanding opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and expanding academic health system and to support the continued growth of clinical, research, and educational excellence across Indiana. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of five academic microbiologists and will have opportunities to participate in innovation, quality improvement, and outreach initiatives. Candidates who wish to pursue a leadership path and demonstrate progressive leadership experience may also be considered for the Division Director position. For MD candidates applying for the Director role, the position is supported by an endowed professorship. Rank and track (tenure or clinical) will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Key Responsibilities:

Academic Microbiologist:
  • Provide clinical microbiology expertise, including oversight of diagnostic testing, test interpretation, and consultative support for clinicians.
  • Participate in quality assurance, method validation, test development, and continuous improvement within the IU Health Division of Clinical Microbiology.
  • Collaborate with infection prevention, infectious diseases, pharmacy, and other clinical teams to support patient care and antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
  • Contribute to the implementation and evaluation of new diagnostic technologies, platforms, and strategies.
  • Develop and maintain a productive scholarly program in areas such as microbiology, infectious diseases, diagnostic innovation, antimicrobial resistance, or host–pathogen interactions.
  • Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows (including Clinical Microbiology Fellows), and graduate students.
  • Engage in outreach, community engagement, various initiatives, and strategic program development within the division and department.
  • Foster a collaborative team culture among faculty, trainees, and staff.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary research activities across the department, school, and health system; encouraged to explore clinical/translational research.


Director Responsibilities:
  • Lead the growth and development of diagnostic microbiology services across the IU Health system, including consultative support for the Academic Health Center and regional facilities.
  • Collaborate within a statewide network of infectious disease diagnosticians and healthcare partners, including Riley Hospital for Children, the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center, and Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital.
  • Support clinical and translational research activities.
  • Promote educational excellence through active engagement with trainees from multiple programs, including:
    • ACGME-accredited Medical Microbiology Fellowship
    • American Society for Microbiology CPEP-accredited Medical and Public Health Laboratory Microbiology Fellowship
    • Pathology residents, Infectious Disease fellows, Pharmacy residents, medical students, and Medical Laboratory Science students
  • Provide mentorship and academic advising for trainees and junior faculty.
  • Oversee the Division of Clinical Microbiology , including technical, regulatory, and quality management responsibilities.

Why Join Us:
  • Collaborative opportunities with a multidisciplinary team in a nationally recognized academic medical center.
  • Access to cutting-edge diagnostic technologies and robust research infrastructure.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to shape the future of diagnostic microbiology through leadership and innovation.
  • Financially-sound department, which is in a stage of growth and expansion.
  • Stable environment with excellent retention practices and professional growth opportunities.
  • 150,000-square foot dedicated central laboratory building in downtown Indianapolis
  • First class facilities, including molecular pathology laboratories.
  • IUHPL serves as the centralized anatomic and clinical pathology testing facility for numerous IU Health hospitals and affiliated clinics performing 19 million diagnostic tests annually.
  • Engagement in promoting innovation and excellence in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.
  • Strong departmental support for translational research.

Benefit Information:
  • IUSM and IUHMG are committed to providing inclusive benefits for eligible employees and their families. To learn more, click here:
    • IU – https://hr.iu.edu/benefits
    • IUHMG – https://team.myiuhealth.org/benefits

About Indianapolis:
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: https://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/relocation
About the IUSM:
IU School of Medicine 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.
Basic Qualifications
  • MD/DO, MD-PhD, PhD, or equivalent degree.
  • Board-certified clinical pathology or anatomic and clinical pathology.
  • Board-certified in Medical Microbiology by either the American Board of Pathology or the American Board of Medical Microbiology.
  • Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Indiana.
  • Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine and scholarly activities.
Department Contact for Questions
Magdalena Czader, M.D., Ph.D.
Virgil Moon Professor of Pathology
Director, Indiana University Health Pathology Laboratories
Vice Chair, Clinical Pathology
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
Indiana University School of Medicine
mczader@iuhealth.org
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Posting Number IUSM-02399-2026