Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Digital Media, Behavior Change, & Public Health Department

Science. The SPH -B seeks individuals who will contribute to academic excellence in research, teaching, and service in support of the Department of Applied Health Science’s mission to prevent disease and promote the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. This 10-month appointment would ideally start August 1, 2027 , although an earlier or later start date is negotiable. Applications received by 11/1/2026 will receive full priority consideration, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Responsibilities: Tenured/Tenure-track faculty are expected to substantially contribute to the overall academic excellence of the department by developing and/or maintaining a robust research portfolio including pursuing and obtaining major extramural research funding to conduct cutting-edge research in modern public health science both as a corresponding principal investigator and a collaborating investigator; teaching and mentoring students at the undergraduate and/or graduate level as designated by the department chairperson; and actively providing service internally to the department, school and university and externally to the profession and/or the community. Areas of interest include examining how social media, digital environments, and emerging technologies influence health behaviors and outcomes among youth and young adults, as well as developing and evaluating digital interventions to prevent or address health risks and conditions such as tobacco use, diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity, and injury. Related areas of interest may include digital health, health communication, behavior change, and technology-enabled approaches to promoting health and well-being. About IUB : Founded in 1820, Indiana University Bloomington ( IUB ) is the flagship campus of Indiana University and has been a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities ( AAU ) since 1909. Indiana University Bloomington prides itself in offering outstanding academics grounded in world class research and vibrant campus life. Located in Bloomington, IN, IUB strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments to cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity; inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong educational programs; meaningful experiences outside the classroom; expansive global educational opportunities; first-rate library and museum collections; and far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and region. Indiana University Bloomington is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The campus enrolls more than 48,000 students and is home to 16 degree-granting schools and colleges. IU Bloomington offers more than 200 undergraduate majors as well as extensive graduate and professional study opportunities, including more than 90 master’s degrees and more than 80 Ph.D. programs. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces throughout, IU Bloomington is widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful college campuses. For more information about Indiana University Bloomington, visit https://bloomington.iu.edu/ . About SPH -B: The School of Public Health-Bloomington ( SPH -B) is located in the heart of the Bloomington campus and comprises five collaborative academic departments with 300 faculty and staff. Indiana University provides IU SPH -B faculty outstanding teaching and research support through programs like the Faculty Academy on Excellence in Teaching (F.A.C.E.T.); extensive research development and research administrative support through the Office of the Vice President for Research; and innovative collaborations with organizations such as the NCAA, the Indianapolis Colts, Indiana University Athletic Department, the US National Park Service, and a wealth of local, national, and international partners to broaden the scope of the faculty and student experience. SPH -B continues its rapid expansion embracing a comprehensive and holistic approach to promoting health and wellbeing within the research, teaching, and service aspects of our mission. With an emphasis on high-quality, impactful research, excellence in teaching, and meaningful service, there has never been a more exciting time to join our growing and evolving team. For more information about the School of Public Health – Bloomington, visit https://www.publichealth.indiana.edu/ . About Bloomington: Nestled in the rolling hills of south-central Indiana, and home to 85,000 residents, the city of Bloomington offers the feel of a college town with many of the amenities of a large city. From off-Broadway plays and musicals, the LOTUS World Festival of Music, quick access to 250,000 acres of public recreation lands, outstanding public schools and a reasonable cost of living, Bloomington offers much to all. For more information about Bloomington, IN, visit https://www.visitbloomington.com/ . Basic Qualifications Qualifications: Candidates must hold a doctorate degree in public health, behavioral or social science, health communication, psychology, health informatics, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. Candidates must have teaching experience at the graduate or professional level. Excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively and congenially across disciplines are required. Leadership skills and vision for enhancing the academic components of an interdisciplinary department are essential. Candidates for associate and full professor positions must also demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for a senior career level, including extramurally funded research as a corresponding principal investigator, current funding or strong potential to secure external funding, and experience leading sizeable research initiatives. This position is part of Indiana University Bloomington’s interdisciplinary Shaping Health Through Media: Trauma, Technology, and Society faculty cluster, which brings together scholars across public health, media and communication, psychological and behavioral sciences, education, and technology. The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop interdisciplinary collaborations focused on understanding how media and emerging technologies shape health and well-being and how these environments can be leveraged to improve health outcomes. Department Contact for Questions Questions about the PeopleAdmin application procedure may be directed to Dave Archer at dwarcher@iu.edu . Questions regarding the position may be directed to Lisa Koontz, Director of Faculty Operations, lmkoontz@iu.edu , or Grace Sembajwe, Executive Associate Dean, gsembajw@iu.edu . Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions Application Procedure: Please provide a (1) curriculum vitae and (2) cover letter no longer than 5 pages in length summarizing your qualifications and interest in the position, which includes a research statement and overview of research experience, and a statement of teaching interest and experience. If selected as a finalist, we will additionally request a list of up to six (6) references. References will be contacted if you are selected for a finalist interview and/or job offer. Interested candidates should submit applications at: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34468 . Before a conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously. For Best Consideration Date 11/01/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2027 Posting Number IU-101700-2026