Specialist Series - Open Positions in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics

Specialist Series - Open Positions in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics Join to apply for the Specialist Series - Open Positions in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics role at UC Irvine Position Overview Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$194,800. See Table Specialist Series – Represented Fiscal Year for the salary range for this position. Application Window Open date: August 4, 2025 Most recent review date: Tuesday, Aug 19, 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: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 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 Specialist positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. These positions are under the sponsorship of the faculty member(s) in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, School of Medicine at the University of California, Irvine. Specialists are engaged in any specialized research, professional activity, and University and/or public service. They are expected to use their professional expertise to contribute to the research enterprise of the University and to achieve recognition in the professional and scientific community. Specialists may participate in University and/or public service depending upon funding source and the duties required for the position. CV, Cover Letter are required. Department : Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Junior Specialists - Appointees to the Junior rank should possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or equivalent research experience. Assistant Specialists - Appointees to the Assistant rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree), or five years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Associate Specialists - Appointees to the Associate rank should possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Associate Specialists are normally expected to have a record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published or in-press research in the field and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service. Full Specialists - Appointees to the Full rank should possess a terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of experience demonstrating expertise in the relevant specialization. Specialists at full rank are normally expected to have a significant record of academic accomplishments, including contributions to published or in-press research in the field, professional recognition in the field, and a demonstrated record of University and/or public service. Application Requirements Document requirements Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Reference Requirements 3-5 required (contact information only) Apply link: 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. 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 Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries: Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UC Irvine by 2x Get notified about new Specialist jobs in Irvine, CA . Irvine, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr UC Irvine