Postdoc: Main-Group Materials Chemistry

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution is seeking a postdoctoral scholar in Bloomington, IN to develop new functional materials through advanced synthesis. Responsibilities include managing research projects, mentoring students, and publishing results. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, strong publication record, and excellent communication skills. Salary is competitive at $55,000, with an expected start date in June 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry by the start of the appointment.
• Strong publication record in synthetic chemistry and photophysics.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage own academic research project(s).
• Develop new main‑group molecules and polymers.
• Write up new results for publication.
• Maintain excellent record‑keeping through lab documentation.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

Skills

Synthetic chemistry

Photophysics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Tools

NMR

IR

Mass spectrometry

Single crystal XRD

GPC

UV-vis

FL

Job description

A prestigious research institution is seeking a postdoctoral scholar in Bloomington, IN to develop new functional materials through advanced synthesis. Responsibilities include managing research projects, mentoring students, and publishing results. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, strong publication record, and excellent communication skills. Salary is competitive at $55,000, with an expected start date in June 2026.