Project Scientist, All Ranks

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 79,400 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine beckman Laser Institute seeks a Project Scientist to contribute to cutting-edge optical research. The role emphasizes independent work, creative problem solving, and integration of novel laser technologies into current systems.

The position is ongoing, with rank determined by qualifications and funding. This recruitment relies on extramural support, and results depend on demonstrated research productivity and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• PhD, MD or PhD/MD or its foreign equivalent required.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Laboratory research

Publication record

Education

PhD or MD or PhD/MD

Tools

Optical microscopy

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $79,400-$209,000. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment.

Application Window

Open date: July 2, 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

Project Scientist series positions are occasionally available throughout the year at the Beckman Laser Institute at the University of California, Irvine. Applications sought from candidates with strong laboratory research backgrounds and specialized training. This is an ongoing recruitment and positions are dependent upon extramural funding. Rank determination based on qualifications and experience.

Applicants should demonstrate significant, original, and creative contributions to a research or creative program or professional competence and activity. Familiarity with novel optical microscope and laser medical technologies, physics, and optics to integrate various new optical technologies into current systems.

Knowledge of lasers, photonics, applied optics, thermal imaging techniques, and laser alignment through various optical configurations, including microscope.

Applicants will be selected based on interdisciplinary skills and approaches with evidence of past research productivity, strong publication record and specialized training. Should demonstrate independent research, and/or original and creative contributions to a research project or program.

Department

http://www.bli.uci.edu/project-scientist/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application): PhD, MD or PhD/MD or its foreign equivalent.

Application Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – your most recently updated C.V.

• 3‑5 required (contact information only)

Apply Link

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10266

Equal Opportunity 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.

Legal Disclosures

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: Afffirmative 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