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Psychiatry - Addiction Physician

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

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Psychiatrist (Interventional / Addiction Psychiatry / Clinical Research) - OPEN TO NEW GRADS! * Location : Orange County, CA * Schedule: Monday - Friday, Hybrid options * Compensation range: Base ...

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How much do addiction research jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for addiction research in California is $188,814.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $133,700.00 and $226,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical work environments and team structures for professionals in addiction research?

Addiction research professionals are often employed by universities, government agencies, hospitals, or nonprofit organizations, working both independently and within collaborative research teams. Teams typically include principal investigators, research assistants, statisticians, and sometimes clinicians or social workers, facilitating a multidisciplinary approach to projects. You may find yourself conducting interviews with participants, analyzing complex datasets, or contributing to grant writing and scientific publications. The work environment is typically dynamic and intellectually stimulating, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and influence public health outcomes. This structure supports professional growth and offers exposure to a variety of research methods and real-world applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in addiction research?

To thrive in Addiction Research, you need a strong background in psychology, public health, or a related field, along with expertise in research methodologies and data analysis. Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, SAS, or R, as well as certifications in human subjects research (like CITI training), are commonly required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams set outstanding candidates apart. These skills are vital for producing reliable research findings that can directly influence prevention, treatment, and policy decisions in addiction care.

What is addiction research?

An Addiction Research job involves studying the causes, effects, prevention, and treatment of substance use disorders. Researchers in this field conduct clinical trials, analyze data, and develop new intervention strategies to improve public health. They may work in universities, government agencies, or healthcare institutions. Their goal is to better understand addiction and inform policies or treatments that can help individuals recover.

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Infographic showing various Addiction Research job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $188,814 per year, or $90.8 per hour.

Postdoctoral Scholar Series, Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior

University of California - Irvine

Orange, CA • On-site

$33.09 - $39.68/hr

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Position overview
Salary range: The annual salary range for this position is $69,073-$82,836. The hourly rate for this position is $33.09 - $39.68. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the Represented Exempt and Non-Exempt Salary Scale for the salary range for this position.
Application Window

Open date: July 10, 2026

Most recent review date: Monday, Aug 10, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Friday, Jul 9, 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

The Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, University of California Irvine, anticipates openings in the Postdoctoral Scholar Series.

Postdoctoral Scholars are individuals in training who have recently earned a doctoral degree and are engaged in mentored research and/or scholarly activity to enhance their professional skills and independence. Appointees work under the general supervision of a faculty mentor or Principal Investigator and contribute to ongoing research projects while developing their own research expertise.

Candidates should have a background in disciplines including, but not limited to, psychiatry, neuroscience, genetics and genomics, neuroimaging, behavioral and cognitive science, addiction research, child and adolescent mental health, computational psychiatry, psychopharmacology, data science, and population mental health, or other relevant research areas employing quantitative, clinical, or translational approaches. This is an ongoing recruitment. Salaries are based on University of California salary scales, which are dependent on academic rank and step, and commensurate with experience.

Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

M.D. and/or Ph.D. candidates with experience with disciplines including, but not limited to, psychiatry, neuroscience, genetics and genomics, neuroimaging, behavioral and cognitive science, addiction research, child and adolescent mental health, computational psychiatry, psychopharmacology, data science, and population mental health, or other relevant research areas employing quantitative, clinical, or translational approaches.

Application Requirements
Document requirements

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

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research

Reference requirements
  • 3 required (contact information only)
Apply link: https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10172
About UC Irvine

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: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.

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.

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Orange, CA

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