Postdoctoral Positions in Cell Biology

University of California Irvine

Laboratory for Cephalopod-Inspired Materials
Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Henry Samueli School of Engineering
University of California, Irvine

Job #JPF09404

Position Overview

Salary Range: $66,737 – $74,425 (Experience Level: 0–3 years)
UC Salary Scale Reference (2024–25)

Start Date: Negotiable
Appointment: Initial two-year term, with possibility of extension based on performance and programmatic needs.

Application Window

• Open Date: November 26, 2024
• Next Review Date: December 26, 2024, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time)
  Applications received by this date will receive full consideration.
• Final Date: November 26, 2025, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time)
  Applications received after the review date will be considered only if the positions remain unfilled.

Position Description

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Irvine invites applications for up to three Postdoctoral Scholar positions in the Gorodetsky Group.

The successful candidates will contribute to research on molecular and cellular biology relevant to cephalopod-inspired materials. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:

• Molecular biology
• Recombinant protein expression
• Cell biology and cellular engineering
• Mammalian cell culture, particularly in relation to bioelectronic devices

Candidates with expertise in mammalian cell culture and bioelectronic applications are especially encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application):

• Ph.D. in Biological Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular and Cellular Biology, or a related field, conferred by the time of hire.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

1. Curriculum Vitae – Most recent version
2. Cover Letter
3. Sexual Misconduct, Harassment, and Discrimination Declaration Form
   (Required for all UC Irvine academic position applicants.)

Reference Requirements

• Contact information for three professional references (no letters required at submission).

Application Link

Apply online via the UC Irvine Recruit system:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF09404

Review of applications begins November 22, 2024 and continues until positions are filled.

Job Location

Irvine, California, USA

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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As a University employee, compliance with all applicable University policies and collective bargaining agreements is required. Federal, state, or local directives may impose additional employment conditions.

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