Postdoctoral Fellow/Synthetic Chemist; Chemistry Zaleski Lab

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

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Résumé du poste

Indiana University in Bloomington invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow/Synthetic Chemist in the Zaleski Lab. The role focuses on designing and synthesizing hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts, with start around February 1, 2027. A Ph.D.

in chemistry and strong purification/characterization skills are essential. The lab supports career development with mentoring, flexibility, and a balance between research and safety.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry is required.
• Strong expertise in inorganic and organic synthesis and analytical tools.
• Experience with purification and characterization techniques is essential.

Responsabilités

• Lead own academic research and manage timelines.
• Train graduate and undergraduate students in methods.
• Develop new experimental protocols and adapt existing ones.
• Operate specialist lab equipment in a research setting.
• Maintain and organize the laboratory and ordering of supplies.
• Contribute ideas for new research directions.
• Review literature and prepare reports and manuscripts.
• Collaborate on reports, journals, and occasional presentations.
• Mentor group members on protocols and techniques.
• Represent the group at external meetings/seminars.
• Collaborate with partner institutions on projects.

Connaissances

Inorganic synthesis

Organic synthesis

Analytical techniques

NMR

EPR

Mass spectrometry

X-ray diffraction

DFT calculations

Schlenk lines

Formation

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Outils

Schlenk lines

Description du poste

Posting Details

Title: Postdoctoral Fellow/Synthetic Chemist; Chemistry Zaleski Lab

Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track

Department: IU Bloomington Chemistry

Location: Bloomington

Department Information: The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts + Sciences at Indiana University, consists of a well-rounded research community with cutting-edge expertise in a wide variety of modern disciplines including analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials chemistry, and biochemistry.

Job Summary: The Zaleski Lab in the Department of Chemistry at Indiana University is accepting applications for a postdoctoral research position. The position involves the design and synthesis of hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts (see here for recent work: Accts. Chem. Res. 2019, 52, 1957; Chem. Sci. 2025, 16, 255). The desired start date is February 1, 2027, although this is flexible in-order-to accommodate the needs of outstanding candidates.

The successful applicant will use a deep understanding of synthetic inorganic and organic ligand chemistry, as well as molecule preparation and purification to achieve research goals. Nanomaterial and catalysis experience is a plus but not required. Motivated applicants with a Ph.D. in any area of synthetic chemistry will be considered. A candidate with a strong background in solution-phase synthetic preparations and characterizations, as well as familiarity manipulating air- and moisture-sensitive chemicals, is ideally suited for the project. We seek to employ someone with demonstrable experience in chemical purification and characterization of starting materials and reaction products by standard techniques (NMR, EPR, IR, Mass spectrometry, X-ray diffraction, TEM, and DFT calculations also desirable).

The Zaleski Lab is a dynamic multidisciplinary laboratory environment. The successful applicant will play an integral role within our growing team and will emerge with a skill set that is equally relevant to academia and industry. Trainees receive regular guidance and feedback to ensure progress is made toward their career goals, whatever those may be. Trainees are also afforded the scheduling flexibility needed to maintain an appropriate work life balance and a safe laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

1. Manage own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management and coordinating multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.
2. Train graduate and undergraduate students in research methods
3. Adapt existing, and develop new, scientific techniques and experimental protocols to achieve research objectives.
4. Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment.
5. Assist in maintaining a research laboratory (e.g. setting up Schlenk lines, ordering equipment etc.)
6. Contribute ideas for new research projects.
7. Undertake comprehensive and systematic literature reviews and write up the results for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
8. Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters.
9. Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.
10. Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone.
11. Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups.

Basic Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry
• Experience with inorganic and organic ligand synthesis and relevant analytical techniques (NMR, EPR, SXRD, mass- spectrometry etc.) is essential. The preferred candidate will have a deep understanding of organic and/or inorganic synthesis.

Department Contact for Questions

Prof. Jeff Zaleski, Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405, [e-mail].

Salary and Rank

$52,000/year, Postdoctoral Fellow

Special Instructions

The initial appointment for this position will be for 12 months. Additional 12-month extension will be available based on performance. A competitive salary along with a benefits package will be offered.

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 here which includes contact information.

Additional Information

For Best Consideration Date: 12/15/2026

Expected Start Date: 02/01/2027

Posting Number: IU-101745-2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you previously been employed with IU?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of Application
3. List Of References

Optional Documents