Medical Physics Researcher: Cardiovascular CT Imaging

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-70,700 for exempt and $26.35-33.87 for non‑exempt. See Specialist Series Salary Scale

Application Window

Open date: July 7, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, Aug 16, 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 Radiological Sciences, University of California, Irvine, anticipates openings for non‑senate, academic term appointments as Junior Specialist or Assistant Specialist. The position involves research investigation in the areas of cardiovascular and dual energy CT. Research in this laboratory focuses on applications of medical x‑ray imaging for cardiovascular disease and cancer diagnosis.

Basic Qualifications

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

Assistant Specialists - Appointees to the Assistant rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent), or 4–6 years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with a broad background in medical physics, physics, or electrical engineering are preferred. Those who possess a strong motivation to pursue an academic medical physics career are encouraged to apply. Strong background in physics, mathematics and software or hardware development skills are essential for this research. Ability to communicate both verbally and in written format is also important.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Reference Requirements – 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10306

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: Affirmative Action and Non‑Discrimination 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