26-27 Project Scientist Series (Open Ranks) - Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences (Pool Recruitment)

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

The UC Irvine Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences seeks candidates for Project Scientist positions at Assistant, Associate, or Full rank. These roles involve leading independent and collaborative research efforts, with a strong emphasis on grant writing and NIH applications.

Appointments depend on extramural funding and may be ongoing or for a limited period. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree and have a proven publication record; mentoring and communication skills are

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. or foreign-equivalent required.
• Experience in grant writing and NIH grant applications strongly preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to mentor diverse research teams is essential.
• Demonstrated publication record in reputable journals.

Responsibilities

• Contribute creatively to research projects and collaborative efforts.
• Mentor and train diverse research teams and trainees.

Skills

Grant writing

Mentoring

Publication record

Communication skills

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D./M.D./M.D.-Ph.D.)

Tools

NIH grant applications

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: $79,400-$209,000 annually, and $38.03 -$100.10 hourly.

Application Window

Open date: September 2, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Sep 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the UC Irvine School of Medicine anticipates occasional openings in the Project Scientist Series at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Project Scientist rank.

Applications are being sought from candidates who have earned Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. or its foreign equivalent. Previous track record in independent and collaborative research are highly desirable. Experience in grant writing and submission, preferably with knowledge of NIH grant applications strongly preferred. Strong communication skills and ability to mentor and train diverse research teams is essential. Demonstrated publication record in reputable scientific journals. Project Scientists make significant and creative contributions to research or creative projects. Appointees may be ongoing members of a research team or may be employed for a limited period to contribute high-level skills. Project Scientists have a broad range of knowledge and competency with a high level of independence.

Positions are dependent on extramural funding. Project Scientist series positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

Department Of Ophthalmology And Visual Sciences Website

https://ophthalmology.uci.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

• A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D. or M.D./Ph.D) or the foreign equivalent is required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affinehe Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, CA