The Indiana University School of Medicine Bloomington Emergency Medicine Residency is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Associate Program Director (APD) to join our collaborative leadership team. This position represents a unique opportunity to shape a new residency program that will matriculate its first intern class in July 2026. The program is only the second emergency medicine residency in Indiana, sponsored by the Indiana University School of Medicine and based at the IU Health Bloomington Regional Academic Health Center. The APD will serve as a key leader in resident education, faculty development, innovation, and quality improvement initiatives, supporting the mission and vision of the residency, Department, School and health system.
The position is a dually employed full clinical (non-tenure track) faculty position within the Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Emergency Medicine and the IU Health Medical Group South (IUHMG-S). It will be supported at a 40% FTE level for administrative work and will include a 60% clinical commitment to be performed in the South Region Emergency Departments, including the IU Health Bloomington, IU Health Bedford, IU Health Paoli and IU Health Morgan.

Qualifications:

• A strong commitment to innovation and educational excellence.
•  At least two years of previous experience in a core faculty role and/or fellowship training in education, administration, or related fields.
•  Effective leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Interest in program operations, systems improvement, and educational scholarship, including ambition to serve in the Program Director role in the future.
• Clinical excellence and the ability to model professionalism and integrity.
•  A collaborative spirit and the ability to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Engagement in national and regional EM organizations is strongly encouraged.

See how you can thrive, right here at IU Health

The new IU Health Bloomington Hospital and Regional Academic Health Center, part of the Indiana University Health Medical Group, opened in December 2021. The facility offers a personalized approach to inpatient services (including intensive care, complex surgeries and comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology services), outpatient services with leading-edge diagnostic testing, flexible space in the emergency department for post-care observation, a dedicated trauma center and a cancer infusion center.

At the same time, the facility strengthens healthcare education by providing space for collaboration and coordination of care and teaching. Students and trainees frequently come to the hospital side of the facility for clinical experiences.

We are pleased to annouce the new IUSM Bloomington Hospital Interal Medicine residency program launches in 2026!

Indiana University Health Medical Group and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.

Bloomington, Indiana is a progressive college town with the perfect blend of charm and culture. Residents enjoy the city's dynamic energy, spectacular scenery, outdoor adventure, and world-class educational opportunities.

• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the best counties to live in America (amongst the best counties in the U.S. for families and young professionals, and as the best county in the state for outdoor activities)
• Vibrant downtown: arts, theaters, museums, and a thriving music scene
• Close proximity to top-ranked Indianapolis International Airport, voted "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
• Home of Big Ten conference member Indiana University, as well as highly-rated schools (ranked by Niche as the number two Indiana county for public schools in 2023)
• Lively nightlife, award-winning wineries and distilleries, shopping, and unique dining (including global cuisine)
• Home to Indiana's only national forest, the largest state park in Indiana (Brown County State Park) and Lake Monroe
• Active lifestyle, including an urban biking trail, camping, caverns, boating, hiking, golfing, fishing, horseback riding, and skiing
• 45 minutes to Indianapolis and 90 minutes to Louisville

About Indiana University Health

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive system. Additionally, IU Health - home to the IU Health Medical Center has been ranked #1 in Indiana for over a decade by U.S. News & World Report. A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s largest medical schools—gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training—advancing healthcare for all. At IU Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross-training development.

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