Postdoctoral Scholar - Open Positions in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics

Postdoctoral Scholar – Open Positions in Microbiology and Molecular Genetics University of California Irvine Posted: 11-Jul-26 Location: Irvine, California Type: Full-time Internal Number: 7317492 Position Overview Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. See Table Postdoctoral Scholar Experienced-Based Salary for the salary range for this position. Application Window Open date: July 1, 2026 Next review date: Friday, Jul 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. Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Position Description Postdoctoral Scholar positions are occasionally available throughout the year in the Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics. The Postdoctoral Scholar conducts research under the general oversight of a faculty mentor in preparation for a career position in academia, industry, government, or the nonprofit sector. Appointments are temporary positions with fixed end dates intended to provide a full-time program of advanced academic preparation and research training. A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or the foreign equivalent is required. The applicant can either have their PhD at the time of the application, or could be working towards the PhD. Qualifications Basic qualifications (required at time of application) A doctoral degree (e.g., Ph.D., M.D.) or the foreign equivalent is required. The applicant can either have their PhD at the time of the application, or could be working towards the PhD. Application Requirements Document requirements Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter (Optional) Reference requirements 3 required (contact information only) Job location Irvine, CA 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: Aff-irmative Action and Nondiscrimination for Employees, Students and Third Parties 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. Department: About University Of California Irvine Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI's unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting‑edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology