Postdoctoral Fellow / Research Specialist

Appointment Status

Non-Tenure Track

Department

IU Indianapolis Department of Epidemiology - Fairbanks School of Public Health

Location

Indianapolis

Position Summary

The IU Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health (FSPH), in conjunction with the Regenstrief Institute, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Specialist for a National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded fellowship in public and population health informatics. This unique post-doctoral program is located on Indiana University's Indianapolis campus, which is uniquely positioned in the health and life sciences hub for Indiana.

Our fellowship program is looking for people who want to make the world better-and have the innate interest, scientific acumen, and desire to be surrounded by faculty and staff who are committed to transforming the public and population health care system in the U.S. Our program prepares Research Scientists to design, implement, and evaluate the impact of information technologies on population health in the context of public health and healthcare delivery organizations. The goal of the fellowship program is to provide individuals with doctoral training who are interested in developing further analytical, methodological, and professional skills needed for informatics-oriented research positions in academia, government, and industry. The program focuses on scholarly output and preparation for an independent scientist career.

About the School and Department

The mission of the FSPH is to cultivate innovative, interdisciplinary, community-engaged education, research, and service and prepare leaders in public health and health care. Health is defined as the capacity to develop full human potential, not simply the absence of disease. In promoting the health of communities, FSPH emphasizes the prevention of disease and injury and recognizes the interconnectedness of the physical environment and ecosystem to the health of the community. Established in 2012, FSPH is fully accredited by CEPH. The school offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Undergraduate Degrees:
  • BS in Health Services Management
  • BS in Public Health
• Graduate Degrees:
  • Master of Public Health (MPH) with concentrations in: Epidemiology, Health Policy and Management, Interdisciplinary Public Health Studies, Public Health Informatics, Social and Behavioral Sciences
  • Master of Health Administration (MHA)
  • MS in Biostatistics
  • MS in Global Health & Sustainable Development
• Doctoral Degrees:
  • PhD in Biostatistics
  • PhD in Epidemiology
  • PhD in Health Policy and Management
  • DrPH in Global Health Leadership

Prior to 2012, the school was a department within the IU School of Medicine. Long-standing collaborations are in place with key community entities, including the Indiana State Health Department, the Marion County Public Health Department, and a wide variety of community organizations and industry partners.

The Departments of Epidemiology and/or Health Policy & Management will host these fellows. These departments possess a strong track record in NIH-funded research as well as extramural research funding from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the Indiana State Department of Health, and the Department of Veterans Affairs. The departments' faculty are national and international experts in cancer, genetics, coronary heart disease, diabetes, nutrition, health policy, health economics, public health infectious disease reporting, and public health practice.

About the Campus

Our School is located on the IU Indianapolis campus in downtown Indianapolis. IU Indianapolis is Indiana University's premier urban research campus, established following the realignment of IUPUI in 2024. The campus builds on a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement, with a strong emphasis on health sciences, public health, and interdisciplinary research.

IU Indianapolis has been recognized nationally for its commitment to academic innovation and institutional excellence, earning multiple accolades including the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from Insight Into Diversity for ten consecutive years.

The campus is a focal point for health sciences research and education at Indiana University, housing the IU School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Health and Human Sciences, and School of Dentistry. It is also home to the Regenstrief Institute, an internationally respected research organization known for its contributions to health services, biomedical informatics, and patient safety. Selected candidates may engage with one of the Institute's centers, including the Center for Biomedical Informatics, as part of this training program.

About the Community

Indianapolis, known as the "Crossroads of America," is a thriving economic and cultural metropolis offering an exceptionally high quality of life. The city features vibrant cultural districts, world-class museums, historic neighborhoods, professional sporting events, and a diverse culinary scene. Residents benefit from a relatively low cost of living, safe communities, and efficient commutes throughout the region.

The area is home to highly rated public and private schools, both in central urban neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs-many of which are consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States. Indianapolis also offers convenient access to the newly remodeled, award-winning Indianapolis International Airport, and continues to expand eco-friendly transportation options such as downtown bike shares, scooter rentals, and electric vehicle services.

To Apply

Applications should be submitted online at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/13052.

For more information about the FSPH, visit: https://fsph.indianapolis.iu.edu

Basic Qualifications

Requirements:

• Recent graduate (within the past 5 years) with a PhD, DrPH, or MD. Candidates whose programs of study emphasized public health, epidemiology, health policy & management, information science, informatics, computer science, data science, or health services research are preferred.
• Candidates must have received their doctorate prior to beginning the fellowship.
• One-year of successful experience coordinating 2 or more projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills required for working/coordinating with investigators, staff, supervisors, and project personnel across one or more systems.

Department Contact for Questions

Inquiries about this position should be sent to Dr. Brian Dixon, bedixon@iu.edu.

Additional Qualifications

Because this position is funded through NIH/NLM, applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States at the time the position starts and meet other grant-related requirements.

This fellowship has an anticipated duration of one - three years.

The earliest start date for this position is October 1, 2025.

Salary and Rank

Salary will be commensurate with rank and experience within the range of postdoctoral stipends allowed by the NIH. Benefits include health insurance, a standard NIH trainee allowance and travel allotment.

Special Instructions

This position may be hybrid or in-person at Regenstrief Institute located at 1101 W. 10th Street in Indianapolis, IN.

Expected Start Date

10/01/2025

Posting Number

IN-PBHL-EPI-22002