Postdoctoral Fellow - Organic Optoelectronic Materials

Posting Details

Position Details

Title Postdoctoral Fellow - Organic Optoelectronic Materials Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Chemistry Location Bloomington Position Summary

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.

We are seeking a motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to join our interdisciplinary research team at Indiana University, Bloomington. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research on the development of open- and closed-shell organic semiconducting materials for optoelectronic applications. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with access to world-class facilities and to engage in high-impact research at the interface of chemistry, physics, and materials science.

Key Responsibilities:

• Synthesize and characterize organic semiconductors, including small molecules and polymers.
• Perform steady-state spectroscopy (UvVisNIR, luminescence, and CW-EPR)
• Participate in time-resolved spectroscopy experiments (e.g., TCSPC and transient absorption).
• Participate in electrochemical experiments (e.g., CV, EIS, GCD).
• Collaborate closely with team members and external partners to design and interpret experiments.
• Leverage state-of-the-art facilities, including a premier light microscopy center, for advanced optical characterization.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work on groundbreaking research with state-of-the-art instrumentation and resources.
• A collaborative research environment with internal and external partnerships.
• Career development and mentorship opportunities in an exciting, rapidly evolving field.

Basic Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
• Strong background in organic semiconductor synthesis and multi-step synthetic techniques.
• Proficiency in steady-state and/or time-resolved spectroscopy is highly desirable.
• An interdisciplinary mindset and eagerness to expand skills across chemistry, spectroscopy, and materials science.

Department Contact for Questions

Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to: Prof. Ricardo Vazquez, Department of Chemistry, Indiana University, 800 E. Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN 47405, ricvazqu@indiana.edu.

Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank 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.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to http://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/33131. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

For Best Consideration Date 05/18/2026 Expected Start Date 08/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101561-2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment (e.g. H-1B status)?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Application
• List Of References

Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3