Postdoctoral Scholar – Clinical Neuroscience Research

Position Overview

Postdoctoral Scholar – Clinical Neuroscience Research (UCI Department of Neurology)

$69,073 - $82,836, based on experience and UC salary scales.

Open Date:
May 11, 2026
Final date to receive applications:
May 10, 2027 (review until July 31, 2026)

Our clinical neurology and neuroinformatics group focuses on Alzheimer’s Disease, other dementias, migraine, neuroepidemiology, and neurodegenerative disorders. The role involves working with large biomedical datasets, developing predictive models, and contributing to grant writing and publications. It is an excellent opportunity for those interested in clinical and translational neuroscience, data science, or digital health.

• Analyze large‑scale datasets from cohorts and clinical trials, including longitudinal data.
• Develop and implement predictive models and advanced analytical tools.
• Summarize findings and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Contribute to grant writing and the development of clinical research studies.
• Provide mentorship to junior researchers and oversee lab operations.
• Collaborate with faculty on projects involving biomarkers, digital health platforms, and neuroinformatics.

• Recent or anticipated Ph.D. or equivalent degree (within the last 3 years).
• Expertise in Neuroscience, Epidemiology, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields.
• Proficiency in R and/or Python programming.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with evidence in peer‑reviewed publications and conference presentations.

• Background in programming, biostatistics and clinical research.
• Knowledge of cognitive neurology, neurodegenerative diseases, epidemiology, or headache medicine.

In‑person position based at the UCI campus in Irvine, California.

Neurology Department, University of California, Irvine.

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (most recent version)

Three references (contact information only).

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 any other protected category covered by the UC anti‑discrimination policy.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to provide disclosure regarding any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years that determined misconduct, as defined by university policies. Compliance with all applicable university policies and collective bargaining agreements is mandatory.

Irvine, CA