"25-26 Researcher (Open Ranks) - Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences - Basic/Translational Research"

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the UC Irvine School of Medicine anticipates openings in the Researcher Series at the Assistant, Associate, and Full Researcher rank. Applications are being sought from recent Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. graduates in the field of Ophthalmology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or equivalent. Interdisciplinary skills and approaches in Immunology, Microbiology, Pathology, and/or Neuroscience are strongly desired. The incumbent will be expected to perform research, provide university and/or public service, demonstrate professional competency and activity. This is an ongoing recruitment. Positions are dependent on extramural funding. Rank and salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must possess a Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree in the field of Ophthalmology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or equivalent.

Application Procedure: Each application must contain a curriculum vitae. Interested candidates should apply through UC Irvine's RECRUIT system located at: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09633

Department: https://ophthalmology.uci.edu/

Salary Range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,400 - $248,400. See Researcher Series - Represented - Fiscal Year - Exempt and Researcher Series - Represented - Fiscal Year - Non Exempt.

Application Window: Open date: July 2, 2025. Most recent review date: Friday, Aug 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time).