Postdoctoral in Biomedical Imaging (Imaging Instrumentation) 2026-2027

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 69,073 - 82,836; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking a postdoctoral fellow in the TRUE Lab within the Department of Radiological Sciences. The position focuses on cutting-edge radiacoustic imaging technologies for cancer therapy and atrial fibrillation treatment, contributing to an interdisciplinary research team.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD/MD/MD-PhD in a relevant field with strong ultrasound and photoacoustic imaging experience, plus hands-on medical device development or advanced computational skills including signal

Qualifications

• PhD/MD/MD-PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or related field.
• Strong background in ultrasound imaging.
• Experience in photoacoustic imaging.
• Strong hands-on skills in medical device development or strong computational skills including signal processing and image reconstruction.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Photoacoustic imaging

Signal processing

Image reconstruction

Education

PhD/MD/MD-PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, electrical engineering

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The annual salary range for this position is $69,073-$82,836. See Postdoctoral Series Salary Scale.

Application Window

Open date: July 1, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, Aug 2, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

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 at the University of California, Irvine anticipates openings for a postdoctoral fellow in the TRUE Lab. We are seeking a creative, dedicated, and collaborative individual to join our interdisciplinary research team. Our lab focuses on cutting‑edge radiacoustic imaging technologies for applications in cancer therapy and atrial fibrillation treatment.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in ultrasound imaging
• Experience in photoacoustic imaging
• Strong hands‑on skills in medical device development or strong computational skills including signal processing and image reconstruction

Basic Qualifications

• PhD, MD, or MD/PhD in biomedical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, or a related field

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter

• References: 3 required (contact information only)

Job Location

Irvine, CA

EEO 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.