Junior Specialist - (Kevin Beier Lab )

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine invites applications for a Junior Specialist in the Beier Laboratory, Department of Physiology and Biophysics, School of Medicine. The role entails wet-lab research on Alzheimer's disease, substance use disorders, depression, or pain, with initial appointment for one year and renewal contingent on funding.

Applicants must hold a BS/BA in biology or a related field and have 1–2 years of wet-lab experience; publications in biology are encouraged. Salary follows UC guidelines.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in biology or related field required.
• 1–2 years of wet-lab experience encouraged.
• Publications in biology or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet-lab experiments related to Alzheimer's disease, substance use disorders, depression, or pain.
• Maintain accurate lab records and follow safety and compliance guidelines.

Skills

Wet lab experience

Biology background

Education

BS/BA in biology or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The annual salary range for this position is $57,000 - $201,700. The hourly rate for this position is $27.30 - $96.60. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the Represented Salary Scale Tables.

Application Window

Open date: October 6, 2026

Next review date: Friday, Nov 6, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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

Position Description

Junior Specialist position in the Beier Laboratory in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics, School of Medicine, University of California, Irvine.

Applications are sought from candidates with a BS and/or BA degree with a strong laboratory research background, publications, and specialized training in biology, biomedical sciences, or related fields.

At least one or two years with wet lab research is strongly encouraged. Research will be related to Alzheimer's disease, substance use disorders, depression, or pain. This is an ongoing recruitment.

Position is dependent on extramural funding. Initial appointments are for one year and renewal will be dependent on availability of support. Salary will be based on University of California guidelines for the Junior Specialist and will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

For specific research programs and activities, please visit: Department of Physiology and Biophysics and Beier Laboratory .

Department: http://physiology.uci.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Appointees to the Junior rank should possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• PDF's of 3-5 most impactful publications (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
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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