Postdoctoral Scholar Clinical Neuroscience Research

Position overview

Salary range: Salary range: The salary range for this position is $69,073-$82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. See Postdoc Scholar Scale for the salary range. 'Off-scale salaries', i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated experience, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Application Window

Open date: May 11, 2026

Next review date: Tuesday, Jun 9, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Monday, May 10, 2027 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

POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR - CLINICAL NEUROSCIENCE RESEARCH
Our clinical neurology and neuroinformatics research group is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team in the Department of Neurology. Under the direct supervision of Dr. Ali Ezzati, M.D., the candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of expert faculty in neurology, epidemiology, data science, and biostatistics.

About the Role

Our lab specializes in Alzheimer's Disease (AD) and other dementias, with additional focus areas in migraine and other headache disorders, neuroepidemiology, and other neurodegenerative disorders. We use advanced biostatistical modeling, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and neuroinformatics methods to address pressing questions in clinical neurology. This position offers opportunities to work on large biomedical datasets, including cohort studies and clinical trials, and contribute to impactful projects in digital health and translational neuroscience. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in pursuing a career in clinical and translational neuroscience, data science, or digital health.

Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Scholar will:

• Analyze large-scale datasets from cohorts and clinical trials, including longitudinal data.
• Develop and implement predictive models and advanced analytical tools.
• Summarize findings and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to grant writing and the development of clinical research studies.
• Provide mentorship to junior researchers and oversee lab operations.
• Collaborate with faculty on projects involving biomarkers, digital health platforms, and neuroinformatics.

TO APPLY: Please log onto UCI's RECRUIT located at https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10162

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application):

• Recent or anticipated PhD or equivalent degree (within the last 3 years).
• Expertise in Neuroscience, Epidemiology, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Proficiency in R and/or Python programming.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in programming, biostatistics and clinical research.
• Knowledge in cognitive neurology, neurodegenerative diseases, epidemiology, or headache medicine.

Location
This is an in-person position based at the UCI campus in Irvine, California.

Department: https://www.neurology.uci.edu/

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• Recent or anticipated PhD or equivalent degree (within the last 3 years).
• Expertise in Neuroscience, Epidemiology, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Proficiency in R and/or Python programming.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

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

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10162

Job location
Irvine, CA