ICTS Specialist Series 2026-2027

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 194,800; Full time

Job summary

The University of California - Irvine is hiring for Specialist positions within the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science. Candidates should be driven and motivated with a background in biomedical or translational research. Positions vary by rank and are reliant on funding availability. The salary ranges from $55,000 to $194,800 depending on qualifications.

Applications are accepted until June 30, 2027, with a review date of August 1, 2026. A full curriculum vitae, cover letter, and reference details are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess necessary qualifications for Junior, Assistant, Associate, or Specialist ranks.
• Research experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science.
• Contribute to grant-funded positions.
• Conduct biomedical or translational research.

Skills

Biomedical research

Translational research

Self-driven

Education

Baccalaureate degree or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent

Terminal degree (PhD/MD)

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $55,000-$194,800. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment.

Application Window

Open date: July 1, 2026

Next review date: Saturday, Aug 1, 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

Specialist positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Institute for Clinical and Translational Science at the University of California, Irvine. These are typically grant‑funded positions under the sponsorship of various faculty members. 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.

Junior Specialist rank – Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.

Assistant rank – MS or 5 years experience.

Associate rank – MS or 5-10 years experience.

Specialist rank – Terminal degree (PhD/MD) or 10+ years experience.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Junior Specialist – Must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) or equivalent research experience.

• Assistant Specialist – Must possess a master’s degree (or equivalent) or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.

• Associate Specialist – Must possess a master’s degree (or equivalent) or five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Should have a record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published or in‑press research and a record of university and/or public service.

• Specialist – Must possess a terminal degree (or equivalent) or ten or more years of experience demonstrating expertise. Should have a significant record of academic accomplishments, including published or in‑press research, professional recognition, and a record of university and/or public service.

Application Requirements by Level

Assistant Specialist

Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the contact information for 3-5 references.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10272

Associate Specialist

Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the contact information for 3-5 references.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10272

Junior Specialist

Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the contact information for 3-5 references.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10272

Specialist

Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Please provide the contact information for 3-5 references.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10272

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.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative 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