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

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 257,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine seeks candidates for Researcher Series at Assistant, Associate, or Full Researcher ranks in the Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences Department. Candidates should have a doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D) and a strong track record in research, with grant-writing experience preferred.

Positions depend on extramural funding and may be offered throughout the year. Expect mentorship of diverse research teams and a productive publication record in reputable

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D) or the foreign equivalent is required.
• Proven track record in independent and collaborative research.
• Experience in grant writing and NIH grant applications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Develop and submit grant applications to NIH and other agencies.
• Mentor and train diverse research teams and students.
• Publish findings in reputable scientific journals.

Skills

Grant writing

Strong communication

Mentoring diverse teams

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D) or foreign equivalent

Job description

Position overview

A reasonable estimate for this position is $96,700 - $257,100 annually and $46.32-$123.14 hourly.

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Application Window

Open date: September 1, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Sep 30, 2026 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.

Final date: Tuesday, Aug 31, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time).

Position description

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the UC Irvine School of Medicine anticipates occasional openings and invites highly qualified applications in the Researcher Series at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Researcher rank.

Applications are being sought from candidates who have earned Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. or its foreign equivalent. Proven track record in independent and collaborative research. Experience in grant writing and submission, preferably with knowledge of NIH grant applications. Strong communication skills and ability to mentor and train diverse research teams. Demonstrated publication record in reputable scientific journals.

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

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• 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 - Complements a CV and introduces an applicant to a potential Principal Investigator/Faculty. (Optional)
• Statement of Research - Statement describing past, present and future research direction. (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 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: Affi­mative 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