PostDoctoral Scholar Open Positions in Computer Science 2026-2027

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

Job summary

UC Irvine's Department of Computer Science invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholars in Irvine, CA. A doctoral degree in Computer Science or a related field is required. The initial appointment is two years, with renewal contingent on extramural funding and project needs.

Screening begins immediately, and openings are in a pool for potential future positions. The department notes that the eventual appointment depends on funding availability and PI requirements; the start date is negotiable,

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D.) or the foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field.

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. See Table 23 Postdoctoral Scholar for the salary range for this position.

T23 See table T23 October '26 for the changes coming in October.

Application Window

Open date: July 1, 2026

Next review date: Saturday, Aug 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

The Department of Computer Science at UC Irvine anticipates openings for Postdoctoral Scholars. A compelling research portfolio in an area related to Computer Science is preferred.

Research Areas

A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D.) or a foreign equal is required. Positions are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators. The initial appointment is for two years. Renewal is based on the availability of support and need. The start date is negotiable.

Screening of applications will begin immediately. Note, that this recruitment is for potential openings in the future (i.e., an open pool) and does not guarantee availability.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D.) or the foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field.

Application Requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10230

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: Affinity 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