Postdoctoral Scholar - Pool Ad

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

Job summary

UC Irvine's Department of Mathematics anticipates possible openings for Postdoctoral Scholars for the 2026-27 academic year. Positions are contingent on extramural funding and researcher contracts; initial appointment is for one year with possible renewal based on performance and support.

Applicants must possess a PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Biology or related fields by the start date.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Biology or related fields by appointment start date.

Education

PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Biology or related fields

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The full time salary range for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment. See the Table of Starting Salaries for Initial Appointment of Postdocs.

Open date: July 1, 2026

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

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

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 Mathematics anticipates possible openings for Postdoctoral Scholars throughout the 2026-27 academic year. Positions are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators (P.I.s). The initial position will be for one year, with the possibility of renewal based on job performance and availability of support.

Applicants must possess a PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Biology or related fields by appointment start date.

Completed applications must be submitted electronically through AP Recruit and must contain:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Research statement
• Two selected reprints and/or preprints (optional)
• Contact information for three references
• Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form

Please reference job #10295 in the subject line of all correspondence.

Applications are welcome at any time. The review process is ongoing, and will continue until positions are filled.

Department

https://www.math.uci.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):

• Applicants should possess a PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Biology, or related fields by appointment start date.

Application Requirements

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Selected reprints and/or preprints (Optional)

Reference Requirements:

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link:

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10295

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: Affiantive 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