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Assistant/Associate/Full Research Professor of Surgery Surgical Oncology
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What they do
A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.
$45,989 / year median in Indiana
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Title Assistant/Associate/Full Research Professor of Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
Specific Title Appointment Type Scientist Track Faculty
Department IUSM - Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
Campus IU School of Medicine Indianapolis
Position Summary The Indiana University School of Medicine's Department of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, is seeking an Assistant Research Professor to join the lab of Dr.
C. Max Schmidt. This faculty position will work on various projects to study mechanisms of pancreatic cancer initiation and progression, assist with ongoing projects and lab duties including assisting with running the tissue bank, and perform services that are necessary to implement the education programs and academic objectives of the Department and the Division of Surgical Oncology. This is a full-time position and salary will bemensurate with past experience. Department of Surgery
- As one of the largest departments in the country and part of the only academic medical center in the state, the Department of Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine cares for some of the highest volumes of surgical patients in the country with outstanding oues.
The department is an international leader in surgical education, health services and oues, and quality improvement research. Our nationally recognized research centers are rapidly expanding, particularly in clinical and oues research, while our surgical education program continues to set the standard for innovation. With a new $6 billion campus to open in 2027, the Department of Surgery continues to have a tremendous impact on the Hoosier state and around the world.
Indiana University School of Medicine
- IU School of Medicine ismitted to being a weing campusmunity and we seek candidates whose research, teaching, andmunity 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. IU Health
- IU Health is Indiana's mostprehensive healthcare system and the only academic center in the state, covering 7 million residents.
Our unique integration with the Indiana University School of Medicine, one of the nation's leading medical schools, provides physicians opportunities in research and innovation. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, with dozens of facilities statewide, IU Health is a regional leader in providing the right healthcare when and w it is needed. IU Health is currently building a new $6B campus consisting of a new 900 bed primary academic hospital and multiple clinic and support buildings, while helping the surroundingmunity to thrive. 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 nation's largest concentrations of health sciencespanies. 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 varied population. Indianapolis International Airport is a top-ranked international airport that has been named "Best Airport in North America" by Airports Council International for many years. For additional information on life in
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faculty.medicine.iu/relocation Basic Qualifications PhD and at least one year of postdoctoral research experience Department for Questions Meghan Hutchinson
Human Resources Business Partner
Department of Surgery
mjhutchiiu
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C. Max Schmidt, MD, PhD
Professor of Surgery
Professor of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Pharmacology
maxschmiiu Additional Qualifications Special Instructions Priority Application Review Deadline Expected Start Date Posting Number
IUSM-02517-2026
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance