ICTS Researcher 2026-2027

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 93,400 - 248,400; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - Irvine is offering Researcher Series positions in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science. The ideal candidate should possess a doctorate and have a strong background in biomedical or translational research. These positions are grant-funded and depend on availability.

The application requires a C.V. and may include optional documents such as a Cover Letter and Statement of Research. Applications are being accepted until June 30, 2027.

Qualifications

• A doctorate or its equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biomedical or translational research.
• Work under various faculty members for grant-funded positions.

Job description

Position Overview

• Salary range: $93,400-$248,400
• Assistant Researcher: $93,400-$122,100
• Associate Researcher: $116,100-$146,700
• Researcher: $136,400-$248,400

Application Window

• Open date: July 1, 2026
• Next review date: Saturday, Aug 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
• Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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

Position Description

Researcher Series positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science at the University of California, Irvine. A candidate for a title in this series must have earned a doctorate or its equivalent. These are typically grant‑funded positions under the sponsorship of various faculty members (https://www.icts.uci.edu/). The ideal candidate should be self‑driven and motivated, with biomedical or translational research experience strongly preferred. Positions are dependent upon extramural funding. Rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Appointments are based on performance and availability of funding.

Basic Qualifications

A candidate for a title in this series must have earned a doctorate or its equivalent.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Teaching Statement – See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement. (Optional)

• Reference requirements: 3‑5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10267

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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
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• APM - 035: Assertive Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

Job Location

Irvine, CA