Postdoctoral Scholars - Open Ranks 2026-27

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

Job summary

The University of California - Irvine is seeking Postdoctoral Scholars for the 2026-27 Academic Year in various areas of Chemistry. Positions are based on funding availability, requiring strong research capabilities in disciplines such as Inorganic, Organic, and Analytical Chemistry.

Recent Ph.D. graduates are invited to apply with their CV, cover letter, and up to five references. This role promises to engage candidates in rigorous research aligned with academic and funding goals.

Qualifications

• Recent Ph.D. graduates with a background in Chemistry or a related field.
• Strong research capability in various Chemistry disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in areas aligned with the Principal Investigators' funding.
• Prepare and publish research findings.
• Engage in collaborative projects in Chemistry.

Skills

Inorganic or Organometallic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry or Chemical Biology

Physical, Atmospheric, or Analytical Chemistry

Polymer, Materials, or Nanoscience Chemistry

Theoretical Chemistry

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field (2021 or later)

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: $69,073 – $82,836.

Position Description

The Department of Chemistry anticipates openings for Postdoctoral Scholars throughout the 2026-27 Academic Year. Applications are being sought from recent Ph.D. graduates with backgrounds in various areas of Chemistry or a related field (degree date of 2022 or later). This is an ongoing recruitment. Positions are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators. Initial appointments are for two‑years and renewal will be dependent on availability of support. Salary will be based on University of California guidelines for Postdoctoral Scholars and is commensurate with experience.

Fields of interest include: Inorganic or Organometallic Chemistry; Organic Chemistry or Chemical Biology; Physical, Atmospheric, or Analytical Chemistry; Polymer, Materials, or Nanoscience Chemistry; Theoretical Chemistry.

Please apply online with a cover letter that describes your immediate and long‑term research goals, a curriculum vitae including a publication list, and the names of three letters of references (do not solicit letters).

Department: https://www.chem.uci.edu/employment

Qualifications

Recent Ph.D. graduates with backgrounds in various areas of Chemistry or a related field (degree date of 2021 or later).

• Inorganic or Organometallic Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry or Chemical Biology
• Physical, Atmospheric, or Analytical Chemistry
• Polymer, Materials, or Nanoscience Chemistry
• Theoretical Chemistry

Application Requirements

Document requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated CV.
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Research (Optional).
• Teaching Statement – See guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement (Optional).

Reference requirements: 3–5 required (contact information only).

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10275

EEO Statement

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.

Job Location

Irvine, CA