Postdoctoral Fellow, Biology Landeta Lab

Posting Details

Position Details

Title

Postdoctoral Fellow, Biology Landeta Lab

Appointment Status

Non-Tenure Track

Department

IU Bloomington Biology

Location

Bloomington

Position Summary

The department of Biology is a large, unified department with
strong undergraduate degrees, nationally-ranked graduate programs,
and world-class research spanning the breadth of biological
questions and experimental systems – from ecosystems to
microbiology and developmental biology, from evolution to cell
biology, from molecular biology to systems biology, bioinformatics,
and genomics. It is always an exciting time for Biology – enormous
advances in global genome analysis coupled with unprecedented
developments in interdisciplinary research have made the 21st
century the Century of Biology. For more information about the
department, you can find it here: About: Department of Biology:
Indiana University Bloomington.

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and
provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.
See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which
includes contact information.

The Landeta Lab in the Department of Biology at
Indiana University, Bloomington is seeking a Postdoctoral
Fellow. Our department is a large, unified department with
world-class research spanning all levels of biological organization
and diverse experimental systems. Our lab in Microbiology
investigates the processes that take place in the bacterial cell
envelope with emphasis into oxidative protein folding. The
overarching goal for this position is to make timely progress on
our NIH and CFF grants (
https://reporter.nih.gov/search/kpoQKsh8Pkqp4S1_RS1-PQ/project-details/11259946
), which looks for fundamental insights into novel oxidative
reactions, the exported proteins that depend on disulfide bonds,
the substrate specificity among thiol-disulfide oxidoreductases and
finding novel inhibitors against oxidative folding. We are excited
about science and looking for another positive, curious person to
join our team.

Core topics to work on: (1) In vitro assays to determine
inhibitor efficacy against redox membrane proteins

(2) Cysteine enrichment of DsbA substrates in E.
coli and Mycobacteria using proteomics. (3) determine
differences between DsbA proteins of two model organisms, E.
coli and M. smegmatis (4) Establishing termini
restraining for inhibitor-protein crystallography in collaboration
with Prof. Weikai Li.

Other general responsibilities include: Supervising
undergrads; managing general lab operations; writing up research
(e.g. for our annual reports or for manuscripts); presenting
findings at lab meetings, microphiles, retreats and conferences;
and participating in lab meetings.

Basic Qualifications

Education and Experience Required: PhD

Qualifications: Highly motivated candidates with a Ph.D., in
microbiology, biochemistry, biology, or a related field, with a
strong interest in studying oxidative protein folding in bacteria
and targeting this process in pathogens. High degree of initiative,
time management and professionalism, very organized and
detail-oriented with proficient communication skills, written and
oral and ability to work effectively as a team. Experience with
microbial genetics, protein purification, in vitro assays,
molecular biology, proteomics is desirable. Trainees will receive
health insurance as well as a stipend commensurate with
experience.

To apply, please submit (1) a cover letter describing your
research and educational background, your career goals, why you are
interested in this position, and the date you are available to
start, (2) a CV highlighting your publications including a brief
description of the main findings and how you contributed to the
work, and (3) the names and contact info of three references. This
can be submitted at the following link:

https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/33897
.

Department Contact for Questions

For questions about the position, contact Cristina
(clandeta@iu.edu).

Timing and Compensation: Review of applicants will begin
asap and continue until the position is filled. Ideal start date is
Oct 1, 2026. The initial appointment is for 1 year, and
reappointment for up to 3 years is contingent upon satisfactory
performance. Salary will be commensurate with experience, and full
benefits are included. The best consideration date is 09/22.

Additional Qualifications

Salary and Rank

Special Instructions

For Best Consideration Date

09/22/2026

Expected Start Date

Posting Number

IU-101616-2026