Project Scientist - Gorodetsky Lab

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 121,800; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine's Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering invites applications for a project scientist (Assistant level) in the Gorodetsky Group in Irvine, CA. The position requires a PhD and expertise in high‑throughput fabrication and characterization of organic electronic or bioelectronic devices.

The appointment is initially for one year with the possibility of extension based on performance and milestones.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant engineering fields at the time of application.
• Experience with high-throughput fabrication and characterization of organic electronic or bioelectronic devices.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage in high‑throughput fabrication and characterization of organic electronic or bioelectronic devices.
• Collaborate with Gorodetsky Group to achieve programmatic objectives and milestones.
• Present research findings clearly in written and verbal formats.

Skills

High-throughput fabrication

Bioelectronic devices

Excellent communication skills

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields

Job description

Position Overview

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Irvine invites applicants for a project scientist in the Gorodetsky Group at the Assistant level.

Salary range: $97,000–$121,800. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment.

Application Window

Open date: November 5, 2025

Most recent review date: Thursday, Nov 20, 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: Wednesday, Nov 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will be accepted until this date. Those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position Description

The position requires a PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields. Expertise with high‑throughput fabrication and characterization of organic electronic or bioelectronic devices is required. The start date is negotiable. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and completion of programmatic objectives and milestones.

• Conferred PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.
• Expertise with high‑throughput fabrication and characterization of organic electronic or bioelectronic devices.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to work with a wide variety of lab members in a team environment.

Qualified candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, a cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to the online recruitment URL: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09931.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• Three letters of reference required.

Apply link

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09931

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, finalists must disclose 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 violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination.
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Job location

Irvine, CA