BRAIN HEALTH AND COMMUNITY ASSISTANT SPECIALIST

Position overview



Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $61,300-$80,000. See Specialist Series - Represented Fiscal Year. [

Application Window

Open date: February 2, 2026

Next review date: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Dec 31, 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

BRAIN HEALTH AND COMMUNITY ASSISTANT SPECIALIST

The University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine, Department of Neurology, seeks an Assistant Specialist for research in The Glover Lab led by Dr. Crystal M. Glover. The Glover Lab studies aging and brain health among at-risk special populations. The Glover Lab hosts a growing portfolio of grant-funded research projects that 1) facilitate rigorous study design in aging and dementia research; 2) examine decision making associated with complex and sensitive topics in older age; 3) elucidate barriers, facilitators, and strategies for research participation and study retention; 4) understand the experiences of dementia caregivers; and 5) investigate protective and risk factors of healthy aging.

This research portfolio employs quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods; and community-engaged approaches.

This position embodies a multi-faceted role as lab coordinator for a research portfolio that includes several ongoing grant-funded projects under the supervision of Dr. Crystal M. Glover. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Previous experience with qualitative and mixed methods, data collection, and data analyses are strongly preferred. Prior experience with various elements of successful research conduct, such as approvals and compliance with institutional and regulatory policies, and community-based research efforts, including providing community talks and supporting participant recruitment and retention, is desired. The lab coordinator will join a growing team involved in conducting research projects in The Glover Lab and will manage a variety of aspects of this research portfolio, in collaboration with the team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who aims to join a collaborative group to facilitate optimal outcomes in aging for all.

This position is offered at a 100%-time appointment for one year with the potential to renew annually.

Salaries are based on University of California salary scales, which are dependent on academic rank and step, and commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should apply through

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications: Required at time of application

* Master's degree (or equivalent degree) in psychology, neuroscience, public health, social work, or related health

or social sciences field.

* 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 specializations.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* English ability (oral, reading, and writing abilities) for: 1) Creating, reading, and implementing research protocols; 2) Collecting, documenting, and analyzing study data; and 3) Communicating with research participants

* Exceptional record-keeping and tracking of study-related efforts

* Strong organizational and time-management skills

* Ability to multi-task

* Capacity to build and maintain rapport with community members from various backgrounds, research participants, colleagues, and international collaborators

Preferred qualifications:

* Evidence of specialized research and related skills and approaches of past job productivity

* Bilingual English and Spanish or another language (oral, reading, and writing proficiency)

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Valid drivers license and ability to travel by car to various locations in Orange County. May be required to work on weekends as needed.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements

* Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

* Cover Letter


* Miscellaneous / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

* 3-5 required (contact information only)

Department :

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Basic qualifications: Required at time of application

* Master's degree (or equivalent degree) in psychology, neuroscience, public health, social work, or related health or social sciences field

o 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 specializations.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills

* English ability (oral, reading, and writing abilities) for:

o Creating, reading, and implementing research protocols

o Collecting, documenting, and analyzing study data

o Communicating with research participants

* Exceptional record-keeping and tracking of study-related efforts

* Strong organizational and time-management skills

* Ability to multi-task

* Capacity to build and maintain rapport with community members from various backgrounds, research participants, colleagues, and international collaborators Application Requirements

Document requirements

Additional documents may be requested

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Miscellaneous/Additional Documents (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

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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: Affirmative 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