Postdoctoral Biomaterials Scientist: Nanomaterials Research

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow/Biomaterials Scientist in the Zaleski Lab. The role focuses on designing and synthesizing hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts, with emphasis on extracellular vesicles and membrane interactions. Start date January 15, 2027, flexible for outstanding candidates.

The successful candidate will have Ph.D. in a biomaterials field and strong background in bacterial biochemistry, membrane biology, and advanced

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomaterials or related field required.
• Experience with bacterial biochemistry, membrane biology and extracellular vesicle preparation.
• Experience with advanced microscopy (TEM, Confocal, light) highly desired.
• Ability to perform literature reviews and publish findings.

Responsibilities

• Manage own academic research and coordinate multiple project activities to meet deadlines.
• Train graduate and undergraduate students in research methods.
• Adapt existing and develop new techniques to achieve research objectives.
• Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment.
• Maintain and organize the research laboratory, including ordering equipment.
• Collaborate on new research ideas and publish results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Prepare scientific reports and present papers/posters at meetings.
• Advise group members on protocols and techniques; represent the group externally.
• Collaborate with partner institutions and research groups.

Skills

bacterial biochemistry

membrane biology

analysis methods

microscopy

vesicle preparation

cell membrane interactions

Education

Ph.D. in Biomaterials

Tools

TEM

Confocal microscopy

Light microscopy

Job description

Indiana University, Bloomington, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow/Biomaterials Scientist in the Zaleski Lab. The role focuses on designing and synthesizing hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts, with emphasis on extracellular vesicles and membrane interactions. Start date January 15, 2027, flexible for outstanding candidates.

The successful candidate will have Ph.D. in a biomaterials field and strong background in bacterial biochemistry, membrane biology, and advanced