Specialist Series, Open Ranks, Beckman Laser Institute

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 201,700; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine's Beckman Laser Institute seeks applicants for a one-year appointment focusing on translational optical imaging. Responsibilities include image collection analysis and computer-based instrumentation, with emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration.

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (preferred in physics, chemistry, or optical engineering) and have experience in biophotonics and programming in LabVIEW and MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, or optical engineering.
• Master’s or terminal degree or equivalent for higher ranks.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration ability and research experience.

Responsibilities

• Image collection analysis and computer-based instrumentation.
• Work in interdisciplinary environment; contribute to translational imaging projects.

Education

Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent)

Master’s degree (or equivalent)

Terminal degree (or equivalent)

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Biophotonics

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $57,000-$201,700. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment.

Application Window

Open date: July 2, 2026. Final date: Wednesday, June 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 Beckman Laser Institute at the University of California, Irvine seeks applicants with an interest in translational optical imaging. Responsibilities include image collection analysis and computer-based instrumentation. Experience in biophotonics and LabView and MATLAB programming desirable.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree preferably in physics, chemistry, or optical engineering. Candidates must have the ability to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Experience in biophotonics and LabView and MATLAB programming desirable.

Requirements

Candidates must have the ability to work in an interdisciplinary setting. All appointments are for one year with the potential for extension dependent upon performance and funding.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Junior Specialist – Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent).
• Assistant Specialists – Master’s degree (or equivalent), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization.
• Associate Specialist – Master’s degree (or equivalent) or five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Expected to have record of academic accomplishments, contributions to published or in-press research, and a record of university/public service.
• Specialist – Terminal degree (or equivalent) or ten or more years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Expected to have significant record of academic accomplishments, contributions to published or in-press research, professional recognition, and record of university/public service.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10265

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: 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