Specialist Pool

Position overview

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)

Position description

The Department of Earth System Science anticipates openings for all levels in the research Specialist series. Research in the Department focuses on:

• Biogeochemistry
• Atmospheric Chemistry
• Physical Climate

Positions are dependent on extramural funding and research contracts of individual P.I's. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please submit a brief letter describing immediate and long-term research goals, a curriculum vitae including publications, and names of two to three references (please do not solicit letters).

Qualifications

Employee must have a BS in Bio geochemistry, Atmospheric Chemistry, Physical Climate or related fields.

Application 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)
• 3-5 required (contact information only)

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.

Additional Information

• “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.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment.