Postdoctoral Scholar - Ardoña Lab

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 69,073 - 74,281; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at UC Irvine invites highly motivated applicants for a postdoctoral scholar position in the Ardoña lab. This role focuses on developing energy-transporting biomolecular assemblies in cellular or physiologically relevant environments.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or related field, with experience in organic synthesis, nanostructure elucidation, bioelectronic

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or related field.
• Experience in organic synthesis and characterization.
• Experience with nanostructure elucidation.
• Experience with bioelectronic devices.
• Experience with cell culture techniques.

Responsibilities

• Work at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, and biophysics.
• Develop energy-transporting biomolecular assemblies in cellular or physiologically relevant environments.
• Collaborate in an interdisciplinary team and communicate results effectively.

Skills

Ph.D. in relevant field

Organic synthesis

Nanostructure elucidation

Bioelectronic devices

Cell culture techniques

Strong communication

Education

Ph.D. in chemical engineering or related field

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Irvine invites highly motivated applicants for a postdoctoral scholar position in the Ardoña lab. This scholar will develop and investigate energy-transporting biomolecular assemblies within cellular or physiologically relevant environments.

Salary

Expected salary range for this position is between Postdoc Level 0 and Level 2 $69,073-74,281. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table.

Application Window

• Open date: April 20, 2026
• Review date: May 19, 2026
• Final date: December 31, 2026

Position Description

The position is suited for candidates interested in working at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, and biophysics. The ideal applicant should have experience in the following areas:

• organic material synthesis and characterization
• nanostructure elucidation
• bioelectronic devices
• cell culture techniques

Good organization, communication, and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team setting are essential. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or other relevant field.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application): Candidates should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or other relevant field.

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least 3 references through our online RECRUIT system.

Apply Link

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10131

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: Affordative 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