Postdoctoral Scholars - Clean Energy Institute Henry Samueli School of Engineering

Position Overview

Salary:
The salary range for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step ‑scale salaries may be offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Open date:
July 1, 2026

Next review date:
Friday, Jul 31, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date:
Wednesday, Jun 30, 2027 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.

The Clean Energy Institute (CEI) in the Henry Samueli School of Engineering is anticipating openings of postdoctoral scholar positions ranging from basic science of energy (e.g., electrochemistry, combustion kinetics) to applied energy research (e.g., fuel cells, gas turbines, smart grids). These positions require a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and/or Aerospace Engineering. Initial appointments are for two years, and renewal is based on job performance and availability of support.

Total duration of an individual’s postdoctoral service may not exceed five years, including service at other institutions.

Applicants will need to upload curriculum vitae, name/addresses of at least three references and a cover letter expressing area(s) of interest to our online RECRUIT system at: UCI Recruit.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application):
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering or a related field from an accredited University.

• Curriculum Vitae – Most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Teaching Statement – See guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement. (Optional)

• 3–5 references (contact information only)

Apply link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./JPF
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Irvine, CA

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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.

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