Project Scientist: Terrestrial Locomotion - McHenry Lab

Position overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $76,700 - $201,900. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. See Project Scientist Series- Represented Fiscal Year, Exempt and Project Scientist Series- Represented Fiscal Year, Non-Exempt.

Application Window

Open date: February 12, 2026
Next review date: Friday, Feb 27, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 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

The Project Scientist will conduct collaborative research on the musculoskeletal mechanics of terrestrial locomotion, with an emphasis on experimental and computational approaches. The position involves designing and executing experiments using vertebrate animal models, including frogs and alligators, to investigate muscle physiology and locomotor function, alongside developing and applying computational models of musculoskeletal mechanics. The Project Scientist is expected to manage and analyze complex datasets, contribute to experimental design across biological and engineering domains, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team of researchers. The role also includes supervising and coordinating the research activities of undergraduate and graduate students in both engineering and biology.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate strong expertise in data analysis, animal experimentation, and collaborative research.

Qualified candidates should send curriculum vitae and cover letter along with the names and addresses of three references to the following on-line recruitment URL to submit the material requested:

https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10030

Lab: https://mchenrylab.bio.uci.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Accepting all applicants

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10030

About UC Irvine
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Job location
Irvine, CA