Orthopaedic Research Fellow — Junior Specialist (35% FTE)

UCI group; California; On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,600; Part time

Job summary

The University of California, Irvine's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a Junior Specialist for a 35% appointment. The role focuses on clinical and translational research across sports medicine, trauma, and arthroplasty, with involvement in 10-20 projects and mentorship during residency planning.

Qualified applicants will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent; apply online with CV, and references. The position supports inclusion and equal opportunity, with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience.
• Experience in clinical and translational research desired.
• 3–5 references required (contact information only)

Responsibilities

• Engage in 10–20 research projects across orthopaedic sports medicine, trauma, and arthroplasty.
• Contribute to abstract presentations at national and regional meetings and manuscript preparation.
• Mentorship support during residency application process.

Skills

Clinical research

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

Position Overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $55,000-$58,600. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table for Specialist Series Scale . “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. The appointment is for 35% of time

Application Window

Open date: January 30, 2026

Most recent review date: Saturday, Feb 14, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, Jan 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 UCI Department of Orthopaedic Surgery anticipates openings for a Junior Specialist position in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, at the University of California, Irvine. We are seeking qualified individuals who are excellent in clinical and translational research. The position will be offered in the Specialist Series at the Junior Specialist level. The position is for 35% of appointment.

This position within the UCI Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers a one-year opportunity for exceptional third and fourth-year US medical students interested in orthopaedic surgery. The research fellow can expect to participate in 10-20 research projects, which include but are not limited to clinical and basic science research in orthopaedic sports medicine, trauma, and arthroplasty. Abstract presentations at national and regional meetings will be supported. Ultimately, publication of the research work in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals will be expected. 10% of UCI orthopaedic faculty will provide mentorship for the residency application process as well as a career in orthopaedic surgery

All qualified applicants, including women and minority candidates, are encouraged to apply online and upload the following documents at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/apply/JPF10009

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have 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)
• 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/JPF10009

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 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.

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