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Job #JPF
09870

* Earth System Science / School of Physical Sciences / UC Irvine

Position overview

Salary range: $76,700 - $201,900

Application Window

Open date:
August 15, 2025

Most recent review date:
Monday, Sep 1, 2025 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, Aug 14, 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 Department of Earth System Science anticipates openings for all levels in the Project Scientist series. Research in the Department focuses on:

Biogeochemistry

Atmospheric Chemistry

Physical Climate

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in these or related fields. Applicants must also have a proven track record of research

Positions are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual Principal Investigators. The positions may be full or part-time. Dependent upon extramural funding, salary is commensurate with experience.

Please submit a brief letter describing immediate and long-term research goals, a CV including publications, and the names of three references (please do not solicit letters).

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Applicants must have Ph.D. in Physical Climate, Atmospheric Chemistry, Biogeochemistry or related fields

Application Requirements

Document requirements

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

* Cover Letter

* Statement of Research (Optional)

* Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.

(Optional)

Reference requirements

* 3-5 required (contact information only)

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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.

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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