Job Details

Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering

Type: Full-Time
Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
Posted: October 8, 2025
Category: Biological and Biomedical Engineering
Department: Department of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics, Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Expected Start Date: August 1, 2026
Posting Number: IU-101133-2024

Position Summary

The Department of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics (BHI) in the Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering at Indiana University Indianapolis (IU Indianapolis) invites applications for Lecturer appointments in the Biomedical Engineering Program.

We seek exceptional instructors to join a rapidly growing department committed to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Biomedical Engineering Program across traditional classrooms, computer labs, and online formats.

• Develop and enhance curriculum, learning activities, and program goals.

• Contribute to program marketing, recruitment, and student advising.

• Participate in scholarly activity and serve on departmental and school committees.

• Maintain current expertise in the field through collaboration, research, and professional engagement.

• Support departmental growth and excellence through mentorship and leadership in teaching innovation.

Career Advancement for Lecturers

Indiana University provides a clear advancement track for non-tenure track faculty devoted to teaching.
Lecturers may apply for promotion to Senior Lecturer and subsequently to Professor of Teaching, upon meeting the school and campus criteria for teaching excellence and service.

Learn more:

• IU Indianapolis Faculty Guide

• Luddy School Criteria

Qualifications

Required:

• Ph.D. or M.D. in Biomedical Engineering or a closely related discipline

  • OR a Master’s degree (MS/MPH/MBA) with 10+ years of professional experience in Biomedical Engineering

Preferred Experience/Expertise Areas:

• Biomedical device engineering

• Biomedical systems design

• Mobile and wearable health technology

• Imaging technology

• Bio-nanotechnology

• Engineered tissue or organ design

• Regulatory processes, device quality control/testing, and biomedical analytics

About the Department of Biomedical Engineering and Informatics (BHI)

The BHI Department houses a dynamic, interdisciplinary team of 11 faculty and 300+ students across programs in:

• Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Informatics (BMI), and Health Information Management (HIM)

Degree offerings include:

• B.S. in HIM and BMI

• M.S. in Health Informatics and Bioinformatics

• Seven graduate certificates

• Ph.D. in Informatics (Health & Biomedical Informatics Track / Bioinformatics Track)

Biomedical Engineering degree programs are currently under development.

Faculty research is externally funded by organizations such as NIH, NSF, PCORI, VA, and AHRQ and focuses on areas like:

• Clinical and health informatics

• Systems interventions and community research

• Human-computer interaction and usability

• Mobile technology and bioinformatics

BHI collaborates with premier partners, including:

• Regenstrief Institute

• IU Center for Computational Biology and Bioinformatics (CCBB)

• IU Center for Bioethics

• VA Center for Health Information and Communication (CHIC)

• Indiana University Health

• Schools of Nursing, Dentistry, and Public Health

• Purdue Schools of Engineering, Technology, and Science

Learn more: https://luddy.indianapolis.iu.edu

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Letter of Application

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Contact for questions:
📧 Paulette Thornton
Assistant to the Department Chair
Email: pthornto@iu.edu

Employee Benefits

Indiana University offers competitive benefits for full-time faculty, including:

• Health, dental, and life insurance

• Retirement plan contributions

• Tuition assistance

• Wellness and professional development programs

Learn more: https://hr.iu.edu/benefits/neweeo/prof-index.html

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Indiana University Indianapolis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator.
The University provides reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities.

IU prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.