Specialist Position 2026-2027

Position Overview

Salary range: $57,000–$201,700. Application window:
Open July 15, 2026; next review Friday, Aug 14, 2026 at 11:59 pm Pacific; final date Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 at 11:59 pm Pacific.

The UCI Department of Material Science and Engineering in the Samueli School of Engineering is anticipating openings in the Specialist Series throughout the academic year 2026–2027. These positions offer a stimulating array of research and training opportunities within the various labs in the department. Seeking qualified candidates with experience in the following engineering fields:
Advanced and Additive Manufacturing, Advanced Materials Characterization, Biomaterials, Bioinspired and Self-Assembled Materials, Energy Materials and Sustainability, Materials for Structural Applications and Extreme Environments, Modeling, Theory and Computational Approaches to Materials Science and Engineering, Nanoscale and Functional Materials. These positions require a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related fields, and experience in the focus research area(s) listed above.

This position is open for Specialists at all ranks—Junior, Assistant, Associate, and Full rank determined based on experience. Initial appointments are short‑term and renewal is based on job performance and availability of support. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience.

Basic qualifications:

A B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or related fields. Priority consideration will be provided to those with a specialty in the following areas: advanced and additive manufacturing, advanced materials characterization, biomaterials, bioinspired and self‑assembled materials, energy materials and sustainability, materials for structural applications and extreme environments, modeling, theory and computational approaches to materials science and engineering, nanoscale and functional materials.

• Curriculum Vitae – most recent version
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (optional)
• Teaching Statement (optional)

• 3–5 required (contact information only)

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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.

Irvine, CA