Postdoctoral Scholar – BME​/Tissue Engineering

Overview

Postdoctoral Scholar – BME /Tissue Engineering at UC Irvine. This role is anticipated in the UCI Department of Biomedical Engineering for the 2025-26 academic year with opportunities in tissue engineering and biomolecular/cellular engineering related to musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, immunoengineering, biomaterials, neuroengineering, urinary and gastrointestinal engineering, and spatial cell biology.

The UCI Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) in the Henry Samueli School of Engineering is seeking postdoctoral scholars (Levels L0-L3) for the 2025-26 academic year. Positions are contingent on extramural funding. Initial appointments are for two years with renewal based on performance and funding. Total postdoctoral service may not exceed five years, including prior postdoctoral service at other institutions.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. A typical range is $66,737.00 - $77,030.00
. See the salary scales at the UCOP table linked in the announcement.

Qualifications include a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or biology, with experience in one or more focus areas listed below.

Focus research areas:

• Musculoskeletal system
• Cardiovascular engineering
• Immunoengineering
• Biomaterials
• Neuroengineering
• Urinary and gastrointestinal engineering
• Spatial cell biology

Open to applicants who meet these criteria and have relevant research experience.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):

• Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or biology.

Applicants must upload: curriculum vitae; names/addresses of at least two references; and a cover letter describing areas of interest and experience. Applications are submitted via the online RECRUIT system at the UC Irvine portal.

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter – Describe areas of interest and experience
• Reference details – 2-3 references (contact information only)

Reference requirements and other documents are specified in the posting.

Open date:
July 24, 2025

Most recent review date:
Monday, Aug 25, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications received after this date will be reviewed if the position is not yet filled.

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 may be considered only if the position remains unfilled.

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.

As a condition of employment, finalists may be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions in the last seven years related to misconduct. Details include policies on misconduct, sexual harassment, and nondiscrimination as outlined by UC policies.

Job location:

Irvine, CA

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Higher Education