Postdoctoral Fellow/Biomaterials Scientist, Chemistry Zaleski Lab

Indiana University Academic Positions•Bloomington, IN

About The Position

The Zaleski Lab in the Department of Chemistry at Indiana University is hiring a postdoctoral researcher to design and synthesize hybrid molecular and nanomaterial catalysts. The successful applicant will bring substantial experience in bacterial cell growth, management, and analysis, along with expertise in membrane biochemistry, particularly extracellular vesicles. Working knowledge of nanomaterial preparation and cell interactions is a plus. Candidates with experience in vesicle preparation, analysis, and cell interactions, as well as advanced microscopy methods, are highly desired. The role is part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary laboratory team. The successful applicant will contribute to research and team development and receive regular guidance and feedback toward their career goals. The lab offers scheduling flexibility to support work-life balance and maintains a safe laboratory environment. The desired start date is January 15, 2027, but is flexible for outstanding candidates.

Requirements

Ph.D. in a relevant biomaterials area.
Marked experience in bacterial cell growth, management, and analysis.
Considerable expertise in membrane biochemistry, especially extracellular vesicles.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of nanomaterial preparation and interactions with cells.
Strong background in vesicle preparation, analysis, and cell interactions.
Capabilities in advanced microscopy methods, including TEM, confocal microscopy, and light microscopy.

Responsibilities

Manage independent academic research and administrative activities, including small-scale project management and coordination of work to meet deadlines.
Train graduate and undergraduate students in research methods.
Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols to achieve research objectives.
Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment.
Help maintain the research laboratory, including setting up assays and ordering equipment.
Contribute ideas for new research projects.
Conduct comprehensive, systematic literature reviews and write results for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Collaborate on scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters.
Advise group members on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.
Represent the research group at external meetings and seminars, individually or with colleagues.
Conduct collaborative projects with colleagues at partner institutions and research groups.