Catalysis & Nanomaterials Postdoc Scientist

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Zaleski Lab within the Department of Chemistry. The successful candidate will design and synthesize hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts, contributing to research in bio- and chemical transformations.

This position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry and a strong background in catalyst synthesis and materials design. The salary is set at $50,000 per year with an expected start date around July 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field.
• Strong background in catalyst synthesis and materials design.
• Experience with organometallic synthesis and relevant analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage own academic research and activities.
• Develop new scientific techniques and protocols.
• Assist in setting up a new research laboratory.
• Contribute ideas for new research projects.
• Collaborate in preparing scientific reports and articles.

Skills

Catalyst synthesis

Materials design

Organometallic synthesis

Analytical techniques (NMR, SXRD, mass-spectrometry, IR, TEM)

DFT calculations

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Indiana University is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Zaleski Lab within the Department of Chemistry. The successful candidate will design and synthesize hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts, contributing to research in bio- and chemical transformations.

This position requires a Ph.D. in Chemistry and a strong background in catalyst synthesis and materials design. The salary is set at $50,000 per year with an expected start date around July 1, 2026.