Postdoctoral Fellow - Photo Chemistry

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Postdoctoral Fellow - Photo Chemistry

Department of Chemistry, College of Arts + Sciences, Indiana University

Bloomington, IN

Initial appointment for 12 months; possible 12‑month extension based on performance. Competitive salary and benefits package will be offered.

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts + Sciences at Indiana University has a well‑rounded research community with expertise across various disciplines. The Zaleski Lab is inviting applications for a postdoctoral research position focused on the design and synthesis of hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts. The position involves synthetic and photochemical transformations, laser characterization methods, and advanced materials characterization.

Motivated candidates with a Ph.D. in chemistry and a strong background in catalyst synthesis and materials design are preferred. The desired start date is July 1 2026, but may be flexible for outstanding candidates.

• Manage own academic research and administrative activities, coordinating projects to meet deadlines.
• Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols to achieve research objectives.
• Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment.
• Assist in setting up a new research laboratory, including Schlenk lines, equipment ordering, etc.
• Contribute ideas for new research projects.
• Undertake comprehensive literature reviews and write up results for publication.
• Collaborate in preparation of scientific reports, journal articles, and occasionally present papers and posters.
• Act as a source of information and advice on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.
• Represent the research group at external meetings or seminars.
• Carry out collaborative projects with partner institutions and research groups.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry at time of appointment.

• Experience with organometallic synthesis and analytical techniques (NMR, SXRD, mass spectrometry, etc.).
• Deep understanding of the chemistry of main group elements.

$50,000/Postdoctoral Fellow

Submit cover letter, CV, a five‑page maximum research proposal, and contact information for three references to . Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

Prof. Jeff Zaleski,
Department of Chemistry,
Indiana University,
800

E. Kirkwood Avenue,
Bloomington, IN 47405,
email: zaleski

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination for contact information.

Expected start date: 07/01/2026