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Position overview

Salary range:
The salary range for this position is $66,737-$80,034. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by experience level. See: Postdoc Scholar Salary Scale

Effective 10/1/26: The salary range for this position is $71,491-$85,736. See: Postdoc Scholar Salary Scale

Application Window

Open date: July 1, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Sep 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Wednesday, Jun 30, 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 Qavi Laboratory at UCI is seeking applications for Postdoctoral Scholars from doctoral (PhD, MD, or foreign equivalent) candidates with strong laboratory research backgrounds and specialized training. Applicants can either currently possess the required degree at the time of application or be working towards acquiring the required degree.

The Qavi Lab is interested in developing the next generation of diagnostics for a variety of pathogens and diseases. Relevant skills that will be given preference include experience with lasers, LEDS, optical system hardware, clean room fabrication, electronic circuit design, optical engineering, signal processing, and data analysis. Visit our website for more information about the lab and our work: Qavi Lab

The successful candidate will have a strong background in optics and device fabrication. Preference will be given (not a requirement) to those who have demonstrated high productivity during their doctoral studies with first author publications in well-respected journals. The successful candidate (preferred at time of application) will also demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, strong collaborative and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and organizational skills, ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team, and commitment to mentoring others as well as being mentored.

Substantive inquiries about the position should be directed to:

Abraham Qavi MD, PhD

Assistant Professor of Pathology

Director of Innovative Laboratory Diagnostics

UC Irvine, School of Medicine

aqavi@uci.edu

Initial appointments are for a minimum of two years and renewal is based on performance and available support.

Application Procedure - APPLY HERE

Applicants should complete an online application profile and upload application materials electronically to be considered for the position:

Department Website

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applications for Postdoctoral Scholars are being sought from doctoral (PhD, MD, or foreign equivalent) candidates. Applicant can either currently possess required degree at the time of application or be working towards acquiring the required degree.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter - Cover letter including career motivation and why you are interested in joining the lab

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link:
https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF10258

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.

Job location
Irvine, CA