Postdoctoral Scholar: Hippo Signaling Pathway - Wang Lab

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

Job summary

A Postdoctoral Scholar position is available in the Wang lab at the Department of Developmental and Cell Biology, UC Irvine, to study the Hippo signaling pathway in organ size control and cancer development.

We use multidisciplinary approaches including proteomics and bioinformatics analyses, biochemical studies and genetic mouse models to dissect Hippo regulation and function, aiming to develop cancer therapies.

Qualifications

• PhD or MD/PhD preferred or recent graduate
• Track record of excellent first-author publications

Responsibilities

• Study the Hippo signaling pathway in organ size control and cancer development
• Perform molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology and cancer biology experiments

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. See Postdoctoral Scholar Scale for the salary range. "Off-scale salaries", i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated experience, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Application Window

Open date: February 12, 2026

Most recent review date: Saturday, Mar 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, Oct 31, 2026 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

A Postdoctoral Scholar position is available in the Wang lab at Department of Developmental and Cell Biology, University of California, Irvine to study the Hippo signaling pathway in organ size control and cancer development.

We are taking advantage of multi-disciplinary approaches including integrated proteomics/bioinformatics analyses, in-depth biochemical studies and sophisticated genetic mouse models to dissect regulation and function of the Hippo pathway in normal physiology and cancer development. Through it, we hope to develop therapeutic approaches by utilizing the Hippo pathway for cancer treatment. We also conduct large-scale proteomics studies exploring various cancer related signaling pathways and protein families with the emphasis on their cross-talk with the Hippo pathway.

We are seeking a highly motivated, independent, and career-oriented candidate with research expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology and cancer biology. We prefer candidates who are about to graduate with PhD or MD/PhD degree, or have graduated within the last 12 months. A track record of excellent first author publication(s) is required. The salary and benefit will follow the NIH standard.

More info

More info: https://devcell.bio.uci.edu/faculty/wenqi-wang/

Lab: https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/wenqiw6/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications

Accepting all applications

Application Requirements

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

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Job location

Irvine, CA