Undergraduate and graduate positions
The Sardar group is seeking highly motivated graduate and undergraduate students. If you are interested of joining our group, feel free to email Rajesh at rsardar@iu.edu or stop by his office in LD326P.
Openings
Postdoctoral positions
The research group of Prof. Rajesh Sardar at Indiana University Indianapolis (IU Indianapolis) has an open postdoctoral position in analytical chemistry and biosensing. The group is at the forefront of development of nanoplasmonic biosensors for detecting circulating biomarkers in biological biofluids for early detection of various cancers. Learn more about our research. Specific projects are part of an exciting research program funded by NSF and NIH focusing on the development of unique nanoplasmonic biosensors for applications in liquid biopsy detection and quantification of cancer-derived biomarkers.
The duration of the initial appointment will be for one year. The position can be renewable based on research productivity, performance, and funding.
Consideration for the postdoc position will be given to candidates with:
- Deep understanding of colloidal-based noble metal nanoparticle synthesis, optoelectronic properties of noble metal nanoparticles, design and fabrication of solid-state biosensors.
- Special consideration will be given to candidates with deep fundamental understanding of CRISPR biotechnology.
- Ph.D. in science or engineering fields within the past 3 (three) years.
- Capability of operating the scanning electron microscope, atomic force microscope, and Raman and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy instruments.
- Solid communication skills, both verbal and written.
- A doctorate degree in Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related disciplines.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a Postdoc member at IU Indianapolis.
Applicants should be scientifically driven and self-motivated individuals with the highest commitment to excellence in scholarship. Additionally, graduate students near completion of their Ph.D. are invited to apply.
Candidates should send a PDF file named “PDOC2025RS_Lastname_Firstname.pdf” containing a cover letter, curriculum vitae, 2-3 representative peer-reviewed publications, and the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three (or more) references to rsardar@iu.edu with subject line “PDOC-2025RS: Lastname Firstname”. Only PDF material will be considered.
About IU Indianapolis
Indiana University Indianapolis (IU Indianapolis) is a public research university in Indianapolis, Indiana. IU Indianapolis has been recognized as one of the most innovative universities in the world by Reuters' Top 100: The World's Most Innovative Universities. The Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology builds on the strength of thirty years of research, training and outreach activity and has collaborated closely with the IU School of Medicine, Eli Lilly and Company, Corteva, Roach Diagnostics, PST Diagnostics, and Beckman-Counter, among others in the city. The department draws on an expansive and collegial community of scholars and practitioners from multiple disciplines devoted to the serious study of chemistry and chemical biology.
The IU Indianapolis campus is located near downtown Indianapolis, a city that uniquely combines the cultural amenities of urban life with the residential qualities of smaller communities and is highly affordable. Indianapolis is the major center for industry and government within the state and provides a vibrant sport, dining and entertainment venues. IU Indianapolis is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.