Postdoctoral Scholar - Open Positions in Biological Chemistry

University of California - Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to join its Department of Biological Chemistry. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for recent doctoral graduates to engage in advanced research and academic training. Scholars will work closely with faculty mentors, gaining invaluable experience that prepares them for future careers in academia, industry, or government. The position is temporary, with fixed end dates, and is designed to foster professional growth and development in a collaborative research environment. If you're passionate about scientific inquiry and eager to contribute to innovative research, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree is required at the time of application.
• Candidates can either have their PhD or be working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research under the oversight of a faculty mentor.
• Prepare for a career position in academia, industry, or government.

Education

Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D.)

Job description

Position overview

Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,480-$77,327. See Table Postdoctoral Scholar Experienced-Based Salary for the salary range for this position.

Application Window

Open date: July 1, 2024

Most recent review date: Monday, Mar 31, 2025 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: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 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

Postdoctoral Scholar positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Department of Biological Chemistry. The Postdoctoral Scholar conducts research under the general oversight of a faculty mentor in preparation for a career position in academia, industry, government, or the nonprofit sector. Appointments are temporary positions with fixed end dates intended to provide a full-time program of advanced academic preparation and research training.

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Department: https://www.biochem.uci.edu

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or the foreign equivalent is required.

The applicant can either have their PhD at the time of the application or they could be working towards the PhD.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter (Optional)

  
  

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

  
  

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

  
  

• Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form

  
  

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09023

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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.


• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy


• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties


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  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.

Job location

Irvine, CA