Postdoctoral Scholar - Ardoña Lab

Position Overview

The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Irvine invites highly motivated applicants for a postdoctoral scholar position in the Ardoña lab. This scholar will develop and investigate energy-transporting biomolecular assemblies within cellular or physiologically relevant environments.

Salary range: $69, (Postdoc Level 0–2)

Location:

Irvine, CA.

Open date:
April 20, 2026;
Review date:
May 19, 2026;
Final date:
December 31, 2026. Applications will be considered until the final date, and those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The position is suited for candidates interested in working at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, and biophysics.

Responsibilities include:

• Experimental development and analysis of organic material synthesis and characterization.
• Elucidation of nanostructures.
• Design and testing of bioelectronic devices.
• Application of cell culture techniques.

• Ph.D. in chemical engineering, materials science, biomedical engineering, chemistry, or other relevant field.
• Experience in organic material synthesis, nanostructure elucidation, bioelectronic device development, and cell culture techniques.
• Strong organization, communication, and teamwork abilities.

• Curriculum Vitae.
• Cover Letter.
• Statement of Research (Optional).
• Contact information for at least 3 references.

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.

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