Assistant Professor of Health Sciences

Purdue University

Job Description

Req Id: 40283
Job Title: Professor Clinical/Professional Assistant
City: Indianapolis

Principal Duties

The Department of Psychological Sciences in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Purdue University invites applications for an academic-year (9-month) clinical assistant professor (non-tenure track) position based in Indianapolis.

The successful candidate will teach primarily undergraduate psychological sciences courses as well as play a key role in developing and implementing the department’s academic programs at Purdue in Indianapolis, an extension of the West Lafayette campus.

Purdue-Indianapolis faculty will collaborate with West Lafayette faculty to ensure curricular alignment and program excellence, contributing to a collegial, innovative academic environment that emphasizes student success, experiential learning, and community engagement. Thus, this faculty member will have the benefit of joining a large Psychological Sciences department with the opportunity to contribute to the expansion of Purdue’s land-grant mission through the development of urban-based educational programs.

The successful candidate will help shape the growth of Indianapolis-based undergraduate programs while serving varied student populations and community partners in central Indiana. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated record of excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring, as well as experience or interest in program development, curriculum design, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

Applicants should have completed a Ph.D. in Psychology or a related field by Fall 2026, have a record of teaching excellence and innovation at the undergraduate level, as well as a collaborative and collegial approach to working with students, faculty, and staff.

Experience with interdisciplinary health-related programs is desirable.

Psychological Sciences, College of Health and Human Sciences, Purdue University

Established in 1869, Purdue is Indiana’s land-grant university, a comprehensive educational and research institution and member of the American Association of Universities (AAU) and the Equity in Graduate Education Consortium.

Purdue is recognized as a Top 10 public university by QS world rankings and is the #10 most recognized university globally by American Caldwell. In addition to the College of Health and Human Sciences, Purdue University’s strengths in Agriculture, Education, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Management, Pharmacy, Science, and Veterinary Medicine contribute to a robust research and educational environment.

Purdue University in Indianapolis is a fully integrated extension of the West Lafayette campus, bringing Purdue’s academic excellence and innovation to the heart of Indiana. As the state’s only public top 10 university — and its most trusted and innovative—Purdue is strengthening its presence in Indiana’s industrial, technological and health sciences hub.

This expansion delivers a cutting-edge, STEM-driven collegiate experience with a growing focus in business and the health sciences. By connecting Purdue students and faculty in Indianapolis with industry and research partners, we aim to accelerate Indiana’s STEM pipeline, advance health innovation, and fuel the state’s tech ecosystem—creating impact for our region and the world.

The College of Health and Human Science (HHS) is driving innovation in Indianapolis through educational programs in Sports Management, Athletic Training, and Hospitality & Tourism Management, alongside research initiatives like the Accessible Precision Audiology Research Center. Guided by Purdue’s One Health Pillar, we aim to integrate disciplines across health and human sciences to advance human health, reduce risks, and promote preventive care.

HHS’s Indianapolis vision is to prepare students as One Health leaders with cross-disciplinary expertise in nutrition, fitness, toxicology, mental health, and the impact of medications and environmental factors. We are committed to improving lives by fostering developmental health, healthy lifestyles, and sustainable communities.

Leveraging the strengths of HHS’s nine units and collaborations across Purdue colleges, industry, and Indiana health systems, our Indianapolis efforts will expand education, research, and engagement to create thriving organizations and communities.

Application Procedure

Applications must include:

1. a cover letter of interest
2. curriculum vitae
3. a teaching statement

Letters of recommendation will be requested later if the applicant is short-listed.

Interested candidates must apply here: Purdue Careers

Screening of applicants will begin immediately after February 26, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

A background check is required for employment in this position.

Questions regarding the position may be sent to Dr. Kimberly Kinzig, head of the Department of Psychological Sciences (kkinzig@purdue.edu).

Equal Opportunity

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.

Posting Start Date: 1/26/26