Postdoctoral Fellow – Flood Lab: The Department of Chemistry at Indiana University, Bloomington, is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Flood Lab. The lab focuses on designing, synthesizing, and testing electrochromic fluorophores for sensing applications and conjugation with sensor platforms. The successful candidate will collaborate with Professor Takashi Ito’s analytical chemistry team at Kansas State University and work on a National Science Foundation (NSF) supported project. This role involves research in supramolecular chemistry, electrochemistry measurements, and fluorescence spectroscopy.
Summary Table:
- Title: Postdoctoral Fellow – Flood Lab
- Appointment Status: Non-Tenure Track
- Department: IU Bloomington Chemistry
- Location: Bloomington
- Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
- Research Area: Supramolecular chemistry, electrochromic fluorophores, sensing applications
- Eligibility/Qualification: Ph.D. in chemistry by August 2023
- Salary and Rank: $45,000/yr, Postdoctoral Fellow
- Expected Start Date: 10/01/2023
- Last Date for Apply: 08/31/2023
Job Description: The postdoc will engage in the design, synthesis, and testing of electrochromic fluorophores for sensing and conjugation with sensor platforms. Collaborating with the analytical chemistry team at Kansas State University, they will explore structure-property relationships, record fluorescence spectra, and characterize redox switching of fluorescence properties. Professional development opportunities include graduate mentoring, grant writing, seminars, and conference attendance. The project contributes to creating measurement tools for medical diagnostics and biosensing, with applications in redox biology studies.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references through the application portal at http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/19786. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and for best consideration, please apply before August 31, 2023.
Contact Information: For inquiries about the position or application process, please contact: Prof. Amar Flood Department of Chemistry Indiana University 800 E. Kirkwood Avenue Bloomington, IN 47405 Email: aflood@indiana.edu
Additional Information:
- The initial appointment for this position is 12 months, with a potential 12-month extension based on performance.
- A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided.
- Indiana University is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity in its community of students and scholars.
- More information can be found at https://floodweb.sitehost.iu.edu/?page=home.
Important Note: Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer, providing ADA services. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status. The university’s non-discrimination statement can be found at http://www.policies.iu.edu. For inquiries related to Title IX, refer to the address provided in the description.
Deadline: For best consideration, apply before August 31, 2023.
